Monday, November 2, 2009

Ovarian Cysts Infertility, Our Family's Story.

By Amanda Clark

There are a number of things that you should know about ovarian cysts infertility. Infertility is most likely to occur if there are complications with ovarian cysts, and not always a result of the very first cyst you get. My family suffers from ovarian cysts, we have overcome the problems, and we have children.

Ovarian cysts can cause complications if not treated or diagnosed by a doctor. You can even prevent cysts by using oral contraceptives or hormone medications. Many women, including most of the women in our family have suffered from ovarian cysts and we have not become infertile.

Both my mother and my sister had the ovarian cysts. My mother had ovarian cysts primarily near menopause, during which time she also had miscarriages. These were some of the complications she experienced related to menopause. My sister had a number of ovarian cysts in her late teens; however, after having children she rarely has had any other problems with ovarian cysts.

In all of my 39 years, I have only had one cyst; it was easily removed as an outpatient procedure. Through regular checkups, the doctor can check to make sure that you are staying healthy, particularly if you plan to have children. If you are not planning to have children, make regular checkups and plan to use an oral contraceptive.

My youngest sister has never had an ovarian cyst, and she has always used oral contraceptives. Birth control, or hormone medicines, can prevent the body from developing cysts, as your body will not produce follicles.

While many families may have ovarian cysts as a family heritage, it is important to understand that they do not always cause infertility unless left unchecked and uncared for by the doctor. You can prevent your ovarian cysts inferility can be avoided by keeping your doctor's appointments.

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