In most cases the woman has ovary pain on the left as a result of a serious illness. The concomitant clinical picture depends on the area of localization of pathological processes. A gynecologist will help diagnose and eliminate the cause of the disease. It is important to go to the hospital in a timely manner and undergo an examination in order to prevent serious consequences.
Record content:
- 1 Can only one ovary hurt and why does it happen?
- 2 The nature of the pain
- 3 Non-hazardous sources of pain
- 4 Diseases characteristic of the left ovary
- 5 Why does the ovary hurt on different days of the cycle?
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6 Diagnostics and treatment
- 6.1 Drug therapy
- 6.2 Folk remedies
- 7 When is the best time to see a doctor?
- 8 Ovarian Pain Videos
Can only one ovary hurt and why does it happen?
Separately, the appendages in a woman's body can hurt. The provoking cause is physiological or pathological factors. In any situation, additional symptoms also appear, which should definitely alert a woman and force her to go to the hospital.
The nature of the pain and the area of localization of pathological changes will help the specialist to establish a diagnosis and prescribe treatment.
The nature of the pain
By the nature of the pain syndrome, the specialist can suggest the cause of the pathological condition and assign the woman the most informative examination.
| Name | Causes |
| Nagging pain | Women note a feeling of heaviness and prolapse of the ovary. The pathological condition occurs for the following reasons:
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| Aching |
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| Sharp |
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| Sharp pain | The pathological condition is characterized by severe painful sensations that do not help stop drugs. In some situations, painful shock appears. This condition often occurs when the ovary ruptures against the background of a cyst overgrowth. |
The ovary on the left hurts (it is important to identify the reasons in women at an early stage of the development of the disease) and are disturbed by accompanying complaints, consultation of a gynecologist is necessary. Pain syndrome and its intensity will help to preliminarily establish a diagnosis, differentiate pathological processes. In emergency situations, surgical treatment is required, especially if the disease threatens the patient's health.
Non-hazardous sources of pain
There are numerous physiological reasons against which a woman is worried about pain in the left ovary:
- menstrual period;
- ovulation;
- period of bearing the baby;
- emotional overload;
- postpartum period;
- great physical activity;
- complications after surgery;
- long-term treatment with certain drugs.
Hormonal disorders or disruptions in a woman's body are also accompanied by painful sensations in the left ovary. Physiological conditions are not accompanied by additional clinical signs.
Diseases characteristic of the left ovary
Most diseases of the appendages occur with painful sensations in the ovarian region. It is necessary to conduct a comprehensive examination in order to establish the correct diagnosis.
Pain in the ovary on the left in women is provoked by the following pathological reasons:
| Name | Description |
| Inflammation | Oophoritis, adnexitis. Pathological processes provoke inflammation, increase and swelling in the area of the appendages. There is a pulling pain in the ovaries, which spreads to the lower back.
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| Infection | The pathogenic flora provokes the development of the inflammatory process, against which a pulling pain syndrome appears. In some situations, an infectious lesion of the appendages is accompanied by additional clinical symptoms (characteristic discharge, unpleasant odor). |
| Ovarian cancer | A malignant tumor is often accompanied by a severe pain syndrome already at a late stage of development. At an early stage, it develops without pronounced signs. The specialist identifies pathological processes during the examination or during the ultrasound examination. |
| Apoplexy | The disease is characterized by rupture of the ovary. It is accompanied not only by pain, but also by high body temperature, general weakness, vomiting and increased sweating. Severe pain syndrome is the cause of loss of consciousness. |
| Endometriosis | The pathological condition is characterized by increased proliferation of the glandular tissue of the uterus. The first sign is a pulling pain syndrome. As the disease progresses, uterine bleeding appears cheniya between menstrual cycles and failure of menstruation. |
Cystitis, ectopic pregnancy, cyst or adhesions are also the cause of a painful syndrome in a woman on the left side in the ovarian region. Comprehensive diagnostics and a doctor will help to establish an accurate diagnosis. Independent actions are categorically excluded in order to avoid serious consequences.
Why does the ovary hurt on different days of the cycle?
Pain syndrome when the ovary is damaged by pathological processes, regardless of the cycle, indicates the development of a serious disease. In some situations, physiological factors are an exception.
| Name | Description |
| The first phase of the cycle | A common cause of painful sensations is a follicular cyst. A benign neoplasm that forms as a result of an incompletely mature follicle. There is a serous fluid inside the cyst. It provokes not only pain, but also discomfort in the lower abdomen. There is a delay in menstruation, with the appearance of which abundant discharge appears. In most cases, the follicular cyst resolves on its own. Certain situations require its removal. |
| Mid-cycle | Pain in the left ovary occurs more often against the background of ovulation, when the egg is maturing. The ovary is stretched and characteristic clinical signs appear. Nausea, vomiting, bloating, lower abdominal discomfort. After 1-2 days, the symptoms disappear on their own. |
| Second phase of the cycle | Pain appears as a result of the formation of a luteal cyst. Its dimensions reach 3-8 cm. There is also a delay in menstruation for 3-14 days, the woman has an aversion to strong odors, taste preferences change, nausea and vomiting occur. The mammary glands swell, upon contact with which pain is manifested. |
A gynecologist will help to establish an accurate diagnosis by prescribing a comprehensive examination for a woman. Based on the results, the specialist, if necessary, will select a special treatment and give other recommendations.
Diagnostics and treatment
A gynecologist and comprehensive diagnostics will help a woman to determine the main cause of pain in the left ovary area. The results of the examination are important if the discomfort is causing the illness. The gynecologist is guided by the data obtained when drawing up an individual therapy regimen.
The ovary on the left hurts (the gynecologist will help to establish the reasons for women) and discomfort appeared, the patient is prescribed the following examination methods:
| Name | Description |
| Examination by a gynecologist | The doctor examines the organs of the reproductive system, probes and identifies pathological changes. |
| Ultrasound examination (ultrasound) | The specialist examines the ovaries for the development of cysts. |
| General blood analysis | The endocrine function of the appendages is assessed. |
| Laparoscopy | A diagnostic method that is assigned to a woman if there is a suspicion of the development of malignant processes. |
| Vaginal swab | The study will determine the causative agent of the disease and its sensitivity to antibacterial agents. |
| Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) | Diagnostic methods of examination that allow you to obtain the maximum amount of information for making an accurate diagnosis. |
| Computed tomogram (CT) |
Despite the presence of pain in only one ovary, the entire reproductive system of the female body is subject to examination. It is necessary to differentiate the disease or physiological changes in order to choose the right treatment.
The therapy is carried out using complex methods as prescribed by a gynecologist. The specialist takes into account the results of a complete examination, the patient's complaints and the individual characteristics of the body.
Prescribed drugs, in the absence of serious contraindications, you can use folk remedies. In emergency or urgent situations, surgery is performed (apoplexy, rupture of a cyst, ectopic pregnancy).
Drug therapy
The specialist selects medicines, taking into account the results of the examination and the individual characteristics of the female body. It is important to adhere strictly to dosages to prevent side effects.
| Drug group | Name | Application |
| Antibacterial drugs | Doxycycline, Azithromycin | Drugs are prescribed for infectious lesions of the appendages. The medicine is recommended to be taken orally after meals. The adult dosage is 100-200 mg once a day. The course of therapy lasts 10-14 days. |
| Immunostimulants | Derinat, Laferobion | Medicines increase the body's defenses and strengthen the immune system. The drug is used to treat the genitals 1-2 times a day, 5 ml each. The course of therapy lasts 7-14 days. |
| Probiotics | Linex, Bifiform | Medicines are prescribed after antibiotics are used to restore beneficial intestinal and vaginal microflora. Adults need to take 2 capsules orally 3 times a day and drink plenty of water. |
| Anti-inflammatory drugs | Indomethacin, Diclofenac | The medicine should be taken orally after meals and washed down with a little water. Adults are prescribed 25 mg 2-3 times a day. Therapy lasts at least 4 weeks. |
Additionally, patients are prescribed antiseptics in the form of suppositories. Vitamin complexes will also help increase the body's resistance.
Folk remedies
The ovary on the left hurts (the reasons for women can be of a physiological or pathological nature) and concomitant symptoms are present, the treatment is carried out in a complex manner.
Prescriptions of healers and healers can be used additionally, but after consultation with your doctor. Natural ingredients have no contraindications, but they can provoke an allergic reaction or individual sensitivity.
| Name | Recipe | Application |
| Herbal collection | Mix in equal proportions centaury and sweet clover flowers, coltsfoot (20 g each). Pour the resulting mass with boiling water (250 ml). Withstand the solution for 1 hour and strain. | The finished medicine is recommended to be taken orally, 50 ml throughout the day. |
| Yarrow | Pour 1 tbsp. herbs with hot water (250 ml). Insist 15 minutes and drain. | The resulting broth should be drunk in small sips throughout the day. |
| Calendula | Pour the flowers of the plant (3 g) with hot water (1 tbsp.). Soak the resulting solution for 1 hour and strain. | The ready-made broth is used for douching. It is recommended to carry out water procedures 3 times a day. |
Aloe with the addition of natural honey helps to treat pain and inflammation in the area of the appendages. It is recommended to mix the components in equal parts. Moisten a swab and insert into the vagina overnight. The course of treatment in most cases does not take more than a month. If the symptoms of the disease intensify, it is recommended to abandon therapy and immediately go to the hospital.
When is the best time to see a doctor?
A gynecologist is involved in the diagnosis and treatment of a woman's ovary. A specialist should be visited when the first warning signs appear. It is important to undergo a comprehensive diagnosis and start treatment in order to prevent serious complications.
Emergency medical care for a woman is required when:
- high body temperature;
- unbearable pain;
- bleeding;
- ripple.
Any clinical symptoms that appeared suddenly and acutely require immediate hospitalization of the patient in order to conduct an examination and establish the cause of the pathological condition. A delayed reaction can lead to dangerous complications.
If the ovary on the left hurts, a woman is advised to be examined by a gynecologist. There are many physiological and pathological causes that cause discomfort. Timely diagnosis and correctly selected treatment will help prevent serious consequences.
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