A large ovarian cyst increases the risk of twisting, which is also called ovarian torsion. Twisting feels painful on the side of the cyst and may come and go. You may develop severe pain suddenly ...

These symptoms may indicate an ovarian torsion (in which the ovary twists on its supporting tissue), internal bleeding, or infection. People diagnosed with PCOS may have infertility problems and ...

You are more likely to experience ovarian torsion in case if you have an ovarian cyst. PCOS is a condition we still don't know the exact cause of but, here is how you can cope with it, according ...

The odds ratio of women with PCOS having more than 12 follicles or having an ovarian volume >10 cm 3 on ultrasonography was significantly greater compared with controls. The authors conclude that ...

Despite the name "polycystic," you do not have to have ovarian cysts to be diagnosed with PCOS. From our morning news briefing to a weekly Good News Newsletter, get the best of The Week delivered ...

Abbreviations: LDDST = low dose dexamethasone suppression test; LH = luteinizing hormone; PCOS = polycystic ovarian syndrome; UFC = urinary free cortisol. Clinical features initially attributed to ...

Ferritin levels were elevated among patients with PCOS, but less so among those with hyperandrogenism compared with those without hyperandrogenism.