High blood pressure, also known as HBP or hypertension, is a widely misunderstood medical condition. Some people think that those with hypertension are tense, nervous or hyperactive, but hypertension has nothing to do with personality traits. The truth is, you can be a calm, relaxed person and still have HBP.
Conditions that cause ovarian cysts. In some cases, ovarian cysts are caused by an underlying condition such as endometriosis. Endometriosis occurs when pieces of the tissue that line the womb (endometrium) are found outside the womb in the fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder, bowel, vagina or rectum.
Most ovarian cysts are small and harmless. They occur most frequently during the reproductive years, but they can appear at any age. There are often no signs or symptoms, but ovarian cysts can sometimes cause pain and bleeding. If the cyst is over 5 centimeters in diameter, it may need to be surgically removed. Fast facts on ovarian cysts: An ovarian cyst is a buildup of fluid within an ovary surrounded by a thin shell, or membrane. Ovarian cysts are usually harmless, but a large one may need to be removed. There are two main types of ovarian cysts: functional ovarian cysts and pathological cysts. In most cases, ovarian cysts will cause no signs or symptoms.