Functional ovarian cysts are produced by the ovary in a normal menstrual cycle and are the most common. These functional cysts can be of two types:
- Follicular cysts: if the follicle has not ruptured for ovulation.
- Corpus luteum cysts: if fluid accumulates in the corpus luteum.
Both types of cysts usually resolve on their own. In addition, there are other types of non-functional ovarian cysts such as cystadenomas, endometriomas, and dermoid cysts.
Read the full article on: What are ovarian cysts? – Types, symptoms and treatment ( 58).
By Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Sara Salgado B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Sergio Rogel Cayetano M.D. (gynecologist), Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist).
Last Update: 11/09/2021