HEALTH EDUCATION LEAFLET
✅ WHAT IS AN OVARIAN CYST?
An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled or solid mass that develops in the ovary. It commonly occurs in women aged 30–45.
⚠CAUSES – RISK FACTORS
- Hormonal imbalance
- Endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Stress, obesity
🚨 WARNING SIGNS – WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR
- Lower abdominal pain
- Menstrual irregularities
- Unusual abdominal enlargement
❗ COMPLICATIONS
- Ovarian torsion, cyst rupture
- Compression of the bladder or intestines
- Risk of malignant transformation
🏥 TREATMENT
- Monitoring for functional benign cysts
- Surgery for large cysts or those with complications
📢 KEY MESSAGE
“Early detection of ovarian cysts – Timely treatment – Protection of reproductive health.”
