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The female reproductive system contains two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus. The ovaries — each about the size of an almond — produce eggs (ova) as well ...
Ovarian cysts are sacs, usually filled with fluid, in an ovary or on its surface. Females have two ovaries. One ovary is located on each side of the uterus.
Ovarian torsion. Ovarian torsion happens when an ovary moves out of its typical position and becomes twisted. Cancer. Most adnexal tumors and masses are not ...
Polycystic ovaries, hormone imbalance and irregular periods are telltale signs and symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome. Find out about treatments.
A tubo-ovarian abscess is a pus-filled pocket involving a fallopian tube and an ovary. Endometriosis. Endometriosis happens when tissue similar to the uterus ...
This condition, also called premature ovarian failure, happens in women under age 40. Hormone therapy can lessen symptoms.
Diagnosis. A cyst on your ovary can be found during a pelvic exam or on an imaging test, such as a pelvic ultrasound. Depending on the size of the cyst and ...
January 6, 2012. Dear Mayo Clinic: Is it true that ovarian cancer may actually start in the fallopian tubes? Will having a tubal ligation lessen my chance ...
Learn more about cancer of the ovaries, including symptoms and treatments, such as surgery, chemotherapy and targeted therapy.
Some cysts that form in an ovary or on its surface are linked with lower chances of becoming pregnant. But it depends on the type of ovarian cyst you have.
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