Ovarian Cysts

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs or pockets within or on the surface of an ovary. Many women have ovarian cysts at some time during their lives. Most ovarian cysts present little or no discomfort and are harmless. The majority of ovarian cysts disappear without treatment within a few months. However, some ovarian cysts especially those that have ruptured may produce serious symptoms.

There are various types of cysts like follicular cyst, nonfunctional cyst, dermoid cyst, chocolate cyst etc. Follicular cysts dissolve every cycle after release of the egg. Whereas dermoid cyst are a bit tricky and may need treatment or even surgery. Ovarian cysts can hamper the chances of pregnancy. Also there might be cases where ovarian cysts can be malignant or cancerous that needs advanced treatment.

Symptoms & Treatment

Mostly ovarian cysts do not show any symptoms but symptoms may appear in case the size grows. The symptoms may include:

Abdominal bloating or swelling
Painful bowel movements
Pelvic pain before or during the menstrual cycle
Painful intercourse
Pain in the lower back or thighs
Breast tenderness
Nausea and vomiting

It is not that all cysts require surgery. The first line of treatment for ovarian cysts in India is to wait and watch if it changes size or causes severe symptoms. If there are symptoms that the gynaecologist in India may opt for medical management or else a laparoscopic surgery. In case the gynaecologist is having doubt that the cyst can be cancerous then she might suggest a hysterectomy.

Best Doctors and Cost

Dr Suman Rastogi is one of the best and extensively trained gynaecologist in India for the treatment of ovarian cyst through medicine without surgery and also through surgery at Umeed Hospital, Purnia. The cost of Ovarian Cyst treatment at Umeed Hospital, Purnia depends upon the line of treatment. In case our gynaecologist Dr Rastogi feels that patient will respond well to medicines then it is the cost of consultation and medicines that needs to be borne. In case patient needs surgery for the removal of ovarian cyst at Umeed Hospital, Purnia then the cost of the same would range between Rs 45,000 to Rs 65,000. The hospital stay is 2-3 days. If you have an individual health insurance policy then this surgery is covered after a period of 2 years from the date of inception of the policy. However if you are a beneficiary of company given policy then the surgery is covered from day one. Always go through the terms of your health insurance policy like room rent capping and co-payment to avoid any kind of financial shocks later on.