Ovarian cyst treatment can vary based on your individual circumstances.  Some ovarian cysts are harmless and others can be a grave danger to your health. Most cases are referred to as functional cysts that develop at the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle. These types of cysts usually go away on their own after the eggs contained in the cysts have been released.

In some cases ovarian cysts can contain cancerous cells, cut off blood supply to the ovaries and continue growing.  Some form of ovarian cyst treatment is necessary in these cases.  Below we have outlined the four best treatment options available for the different types of cysts.

1. Cystectomy- A cystectomy is a surgical procedure in which a cyst is removed from the ovary.  This procedure is very useful for treating non-cancerous cysts.  A cystectomy is also a popular ovarian cyst treatment because it leaves the ovaries in tact. By leaving the ovaries in tact a woman will not lose her ability to have children.  Unfortunately this procedure is not an option with cancerous cysts.  Also, it is an invasive surgical procedure and risks are associated.

2. Oophorectomy- An oophorectomy is another surgical procedure used in cases of last resort, such as cancer.  This is a serious ovarian cyst treatment and will change a woman permanently.  In this procedure the ovary or ovaries are removed.  By removing the ovaries a woman can no longer produce or regulate the amount of estrogen in her body. She is also no longer able to create her own eggs for reproduction.  Doctors often prescribe hormone replacement therapy for the estrogen issues.  However this becoming less used because of possible links to breast cancer.

3. Oral Contraception- Also known as birth control pills, this method is non invasive  usually the first step in treatment if you have a family history of cysts.  If a woman is not menstruating, she can not form functional cysts because she is not releasing eggs.  Birth control pills allow a woman to prevent her period from coming, thus keeping functional cysts from forming.  This is mostly a preventative ovarian cyst treatment and can cause other problems later with pregnancy.

4. Natural Treatment-  Some woman choose to use a natural treatment.  Sometimes these methods are said to not work.  Other times they are said to work miracles.  There is no overwhelming scientific proof either way.  The fact is natural treatment is non-invasive and has almost no risks associated with it.  This type of ovarian cyst treatment may be the perfect cure for a woman that does not want surgery or to take a pill for the rest of her life.

All of these ovarian cyst treatment options have their place in the world and all are necessary in certain cases.  Regardless of which one you choose, you should get your doctors opinion.