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Corpus luteum in the left ovary with delay, which means ultrasound
A corpus luteum in the left ovary, found on ultrasound, often becomes a cause for excitement. And this is not surprising. Such a diagnosis may indicate the development of a cyst, however, in the overwhelming majority of cases, a temporary gland is the norm and only indicates the possibility of conception.
What does the corpus luteum mean in the left ovary?
The corpus luteum is an endocrine gland that forms in the ovarian cavity on the 15th day of the monthly cycle and disappears with the onset of the follicular phase. All this time, education actively synthesizes hormones and prepares the endometrium of the uterus for a possible pregnancy.
The corpus luteum in the left ovary, detected by ultrasound, is most often completely normal.
If fertilization does not occur, the gland stops the synthesis of active substances and is reborn into scar tissue. At conception, the corpus luteum is not destroyed, but continues to function further, producing progesterone and a small amount of estrogen. The neoplasm persists until the placenta begins to produce the necessary hormones on its own.
Progesterone activates the growth of the endometrium and prevents the appearance of new eggs and menstruation
The frequency of formation and self-disintegration of the corpus luteum is programmed by nature. Being a harbinger of a possible pregnancy, the gland disappears with the appearance of menstruation, but in some cases the woman’s endocrine system fails and education continues to work constantly. Such pathological activity is considered a symptom of a cyst and is accompanied by all signs of pregnancy.
Most often, a cystic neoplasm does not threaten a woman’s health. After a while, it gets a reverse development, so specific therapy is often not required.
Corpus luteum on ultrasound with delay – is it worth worrying?
And if the corpus luteum is found during a delay in menstruation? What does this mean and is it worth worrying about? The presence of an endocrine gland during the absence of menstruation may mean pregnancy, but not always. Perhaps there was a failure of the hormonal system, the monthly cycle was disrupted. In this case, you should donate blood for hCG and focus on the results of the analysis.
If the amount of chorionic gonadotropin exceeds the norm, we can confidently talk about conception. In this case, the corpus luteum will remain in the ovary for another 12-16 weeks and will support the pregnancy. And only by “transferring powers” to the placenta, the temporary gland will dissolve.
The corpus luteum in the absence of menstruation is not a guarantee of pregnancy. It can also be a sign of hormonal imbalance.
Otherwise, the development of a cystic neoplasm is possible, the development of which should be closely monitored. Signs of a cyst are pulling pains in the lower abdomen and frequent interruptions in the monthly cycle, which are so easily mistaken for pregnancy. In unfavorable cases, cyst rupture is possible, requiring urgent medical attention.
It is important to remember that the corpus luteum in the ovary is a completely normal phenomenon and it does not always degenerate into a cyst. More often, the gland becomes a harbinger of conception. Therefore, do not be alarmed by the results of ultrasound examination, but carry out additional tests.
obstetrician-gynecologist at the Semeynaya clinic
– The ovarian cyst is able to “dissolve” on its own, but only if it is functional. That is, if it is a follicular or corpus luteum cyst. But, unfortunately, not always with a single study, we can unequivocally assert about the type of cyst. Therefore, a control ultrasound of the small pelvis is carried out on the 5-7th day of the next cycle, and then, combining the examination data, the patient’s history and ultrasound, the gynecologist can draw a conclusion about the nature of the cyst and further predictions.