An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms on or inside an ovary. In some cases, the cyst can break open (rupture). A ruptured cyst may be managed in several ways. You may just need to keep track of your symptoms. You may need to take pain medication. In other cases, a cyst may need surgery.
Southeast & Caribbean. The Southeast and Caribbean region is one of the fastest growing in the US, with a rapidly transforming economic base. Increasing population, particularly along coasts, drives a strong demand for ecosystem services, and puts more people at risk to hazards and changing climate.
The Southeast Regional Climate Center (SERCC) includes Virginia, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Alabama, and South Carolina as states included in the Southeast. For the purposes of the information provided below, those are the states that will be discussed.