Ovarian cysts, common fluid-filled sacs on ovaries, are often harmless and resolve naturally. However, some can cause pain or complications.
Symptoms: Pelvic pain, abdominal heaviness/fullness, bloating.
Causes:
- Follicular/corpus luteum cysts: Menstrual cycle related.
- Dermoid cysts: Germ cell development.
- Cystadenoma: Ovarian surface growth.
- Endometrioma: Endometriosis-related.
Natural Remedies:
- Castor oil: Discutient, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, immune-boosting; apply topically with heat.
- Ginger: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer; consume as tea, juice, or supplements.
- Beetroot: Betacyanins offer antioxidant, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and cleansing properties; drink beet juice.
- Apple cider vinegar: May shrink cysts by lowering blood sugar, but lacks strong evidence.
- Essential oils: Lavender, frankincense, geranium, cypress; mix with castor oil and apply topically.
- Reduce estrogen: Avoid xenoestrogens, soy, plastic food containers, non-organic products.
- Heat: Alleviates pain and inflammation; apply warm towels or take warm baths.
These remedies may help shrink cysts and reduce symptoms. Consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment. Most cysts don’t affect fertility, except endometriomas.
