Ovarian Cyst or PCOS? confused

[MTan]

Hi,

I was wondering if cysts on ovaries are the same thing as PCOS. Also, how does prolactin levels relate to cysts on ovaries?

Thanks

[brooklynmommy]

Polycystis Ovarian Syndrome was named for the appearance of the ovaries (which often are bumpy looking with lots of cysts on them), but it is certainly not the only symptom.  It is important to understand that just because a woman have ovarian cysts doesn't mean she has PCOS.  Blood work can help to diagnose PCOS.  The cysts that appear with PCOS are a result of egg follicles not fully maturing or being released.  This can actually happen to anyone, but a woman with PCOS will have lots of them all over her ovaries.  There are other causes for ovarian cysts and it's something you need to talk to your OBGYN about.  Good luck!

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I HAVE PCOD AND IT CAUSES SEVERAL OTHER DISEASES IF YOU DONT GET TREATMENT MINE IS METFORMIN AND SPIROLACTONE AND I REALLY FEEL LIKE A NEW WOMAN!

[Tjoyce]

PCOS cysts are described looking a particular way, so I believe the kind of cysts, or if they are caused by pcos by the ultrasound. I believe there is a clear distinction and your doctor should be able to tell you.  Search PCOS and you will learn more. Good luck, Tjoyce