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    Ovarian Cysts (adjunctive care)

    Also known as: ovarian cysts, cyst on ovary, functional ovarian cyst

    Ovarian cysts are fluid sacs on the ovary — most functional cysts settle within months; larger or complex ones need assessment. Sudden severe pain suggests torsion or rupture and is an emergency. Chinese medicine treats phlegm-stasis, constraint and deficiency patterns alongside surveillance.

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    Lifestyle & Diet

    • •Most cysts settle on their own — follow the surveillance plan.
    • •Sudden severe pain needs emergency assessment.
    • •Report any new symptoms between scans.
    • •Fertility planning should involve the specialist early.

    Cautions & Contraindications

    See sources
    • •Blood-moving formulas avoided in pregnancy without prescription.[]

    When to reassess or seek care again

    See sources

    Review with each ultrasound: cyst size, type, symptoms. Escalate sudden pain immediately.

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    Sources & Further Reading

    Clinical guidance, red flags and safety notes on this page draw on the following current sources alongside the classical references above.

    1. Ovarian cyst — NHS
      NHS · 2024
    2. Ovarian cysts — MedlinePlus
      National Library of Medicine · 2024
    3. Healthdirect Australia
      Healthdirect Australia · 2024

    Educational reference for licensed practitioners. Not a substitute for individual clinical assessment. Refer to conventional care for any red-flag or undiagnosed presentation.