Ovarian Cysts: What Is A Functional Cyst? What Is Normal? When Is An Ovarian Cyst A Problem?

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses ovarian cysts. This topic comes up often when patients are getting an ultrasound, CT scan or any type of imaging. So often you are told that you have a cyst but there is no follow up. Watch this video to learn what ovarian cysts are, why do they occur, and when they are a problem.

Questions Answered:

What is an ovarian cyst?

Why do ovarian cysts occur?

What is the follicular phase?

Why is a functional cyst needed?

What is a corpus luteum?

What is the corpus luteum’s function?

What if you see a functional cyst while you are on birth control?

What is an endometrioma?

What causes a simple cyst?

How can birth control help?

What problems can cysts cause?

What is ovarian torsion?