What causes an enlarged ovary?
An enlarged ovary may be caused by one of many types of ovarian cysts, including those that can form with polycystic ovarian syndrome. No matter the type, the cysts can grow, increasing the size of the affected ovary or of both affected ovaries. Often ovarian cysts remain dormant and do not cause symptoms. However, in some cases, the enlarged ovary may twist or become dysfunctional. Ovarian cancer and benign tumors may also lead to an enlarged ovary.
Common causes of an enlarged ovary
Common causes of an enlarged ovary include:
Corpus luteum cyst (cyst present in the second half of the menstrual cycle)
Dermoid cyst (benign tumor also known as a teratoma)
Follicle cyst (cyst that forms during the menstrual cycle)
Endometrioma (endometriosis affecting the ovary)
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (condition than can include multiple cysts in the ovaries)
Other causes of an enlarged ovary
Enlarged ovary can also be the result of other causes including: