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Information about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ovarian cysts.

What is a Functional Ovarian Cyst?

A look at the most common type of ovarian cysts. Learn what it means when your health care provider says you have functional ovarian cysts.

What are Ovarian Cysts?

Ovarian cysts are described and explained.

What You Need to Know About Ovarian Cysts

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs which are similar to blisters, and are common during the reproductive years. The good news is they usually go away without treatment. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of various types of ovarian cysts.

Ovarian Cysts 101

A simple look at ovarian cysts with resources for learning more about diagnosis and treatments.
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