Dr Matthew Boente MD

The female reproductive system has two ovaries which can produce eggs as well as hormones like estrogen and progesterone. When the ovaries produce eggs, they develop in an ovarian lining called the follicle. And once the egg has developed, it breaks through the follicle (ovulation). During this process, it is possible for the fluid in the follicle to form a structure called an ovarian follicle (cyst) according to Dr. Matthew Boente MD. Image source: medicalnewstoday.com Image source: newtimes.co.rw If this is your first time hearing about ovarian cyst, do not be alarmed. Ovarian cysts are common among women. As they are, they are completely harmless to the female body. However, there are some complications that come with the continued growth of the cyst. Let’s talk about a more unusual condition with ovarian cysts. It is possible for doctors to find a cancerous growth within the cystic ovarian mass at the time of surgery. And while this condition is less common