Does ovarian tumor affect sex life?

Ovarian cysts are very harmful. Not only do they affect the body itself, but they also directly affect women's reproductive function. The most important thing is that ovarian cysts may become malignant and threaten life. For these, we should know how harmful ovarian cysts are. Let our experts give a detailed introduction to the question of how harmful ovarian cysts are.

How harmful are ovarian cysts?

1. Cause edema and affect life

In addition to loss of appetite, weight loss and abdominal distension, patients with ovarian cysts may also experience vomiting, fever and severe abdominal pain; in the later stages, it may even lead to edema of the abdomen and limbs.

2. Leading to premature aging of women’s appearance

Ovarian cysts can cause endocrine disorders, premature aging, malignant changes, and even ovarian cancer.

3. Cause miscarriage and dystocia

Ovarian cysts may cause miscarriage in early pregnancy, ovarian cyst pedicle torsion is more likely to occur in mid-pregnancy, and larger cysts in late pregnancy may lead to abnormal fetal position, which may block the birth canal and cause dystocia during delivery.

4. Cause infertility and affect fertility

Once the ovarian cyst becomes larger or degenerates, it is possible that the sperm, eggs or fertilized eggs cannot function normally, thus affecting fertility and leading to infertility.

5. Canceration occurs, threatening life

Ovarian cysts can easily become infected, twisted, bleed or burst, threatening the patient's life. Some tumorous cysts can even become cancerous.

The above is a detailed introduction to the harm of ovarian cysts. I hope it can help female friends. If you have any questions, you can have a one-on-one communication with our gynecology online consultation experts. The experts will patiently answer your questions and keep your privacy confidential.