Have one ovary larger than the other it's normal, because the ovaries are rarely the same size and small differences are very common.
However, if one of the ovaries is much larger than the other, it is necessary to investigate the cause because it can be a sign of several situations from cysts, benign tumors to malignant tumors (ovarian cancer).
At polycystic ovary syndrome, in addition to enlarged ovaries, the woman may also present the following symptoms:
- Menstrual irregularity;
- Absence of menstruation;
- Excess of hair;
- Oily and acne-prone skin;
- Infertility.
Already the Ovary cancer usually at the beginning does not cause specific symptoms or can cause symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, difficulty feeding, abdominal bloating and frequent urination.
When you manifest symptoms, ovarian cancer can make a woman urinate more often and cause swelling.
The gynecologist, general practitioner or family physician can examine the case in more detail and confirm whether this difference in size between the ovaries is normal or requires further investigation.
