Complex ovarian cysts have both fluid and solid components with at least 50% of the cyst being solid. It is the solid component in the cyst that may be cause for concern. The only way to be sure that the cyst is either benign or malignant is by surgery. It is up to your physician, through testing, to determine whether cancer is present and to make the proper diagnosis. In most cases, 85% of this type of cyst is benign.

There is not one common method of treatment that is used for this or any type of cyst. Each individual must be evaluated on the type of cyst they have. The 3 most common types of cysts are Dermoid, which is not a cancerous cyst, but can be painful if it twists upon itself. Endometrioma, is when the cyst grows outside the uterus and can lead to ovarian complications. And the third is Cystadenomas, which contains liquid and mucus. These cysts can get quite large and can twist upon themselves, which can cause a great deal of pain.

The size of the cyst will also be taken into consideration when determining treatment. Some cysts may require immediate surgery, while others may be treated with medication for a time to determine if shrinkage is occurring. The age of the patient, previous health history, and other symptoms, which are present, will determine what type of treatment you and your doctor choose.

Although most Complex Ovarian Cysts are benign, this knowledge should not be taken lightly. Ovarian cysts may grow and can lead to health problems and complications. Some women have no pain at all while others suffer lower back pain, nausea, pelvic discomfort during sex, abnormal bleeding, breast tenderness, and vomiting. There is no conclusive evidence at this time as to why some women experience pain and some do not.

Laparoscopic surgery may be used to remove the cyst in some woman whereas others may end up having an ovary removed or in radical circumstances, a hysterectomy. None of these symptoms alone or together confirm or deny the possibility of cancer. Only through testing can this be determined. Therefore you should not assume that by having complex ovarian cysts or having any of these symptoms that you indeed have cancer.

If you currently or have suffered from ovarian cysts, and are thinking of preventive measures, recent suggestions are supplements, herbs, and vitamins that can help balance the hormones and improve body function while improving your body's immunity and boosting liver functions. Others claim that a cancerous ovarian cyst should not be treated with natural methods due to the complications that could incur. If you choose to use alternative medicine to prevent the risk of ovarian cysts, it is strongly suggested that you discuss what methods of treatment you prefer with your physician before starting on a regimen or making a final decision.