A polycystic ovary is a condition in which the follicles never erupt from the ovaries.  This may be associated with a pathological condition known as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). This is a very common disorder and occurs in nearly 1 out of 5 women. (more…)

Why is the diagnosis important?

The search for a diagnosis to explain ovarian cysts should be done with complete awareness of all of the possibilities.  Ovarian cysts can result from a devastating process such as ovarian cancer, or may be simply normal, enlarged follicles in a young patient who is ovulating. The reason for the cyst(s) must be determined in order to provide appropriate medical care. (more…)