Remedies for ovarian cysts
A cyst is an abnormal sac or cavity that contains liquid
or semi-solid material enclosed by a membrane. Ovarian
cysts most commonly occur in women between the ages
of 35 and 55. Usually they are benign, but they can
sometimes cause problems because of their size. Ovarian
cysts may be caused by slight ovulation disorders, or by

swelling of the lining of the ovary through fluid collection.
The most common ovarian cyst is a follicular cyst that
contains watery fluid. Pseudomucinous cysts contain a
thick mucous fluid and can lead to complications if they
rupture or become infected.

Symptoms

• pain, once the cyst has grown large enough to cause
problems
• abdominal discomfort
• possibly an increase in the size of the abdomen
• breathlessness
• may lead to varicose veins or piles
• repeated or multiple cysts may affect fertility

T R E AT M E N T

Chinese Herbalism
Dodder seeds can balance the reproductive system.
San qi, for general relief of pain.
Tree peony may be useful.

Herbalism

False unicorn root or blue cohosh can help to restore the
function of the reproductive system.
Kelp can be added to ensure normal thyroid function.
Take dandelion root to help the liver metabolize estrogen.
Agnus castus acts to restore estrogen levels.

Aromatherapy
Basil, marjoram, and lavender can be massaged into the
abdomen to ease pain and restore balance.
Clary sage will help to balance hormones.

Homeopathy

Treatment should be constitutional, but the following
remedies may be useful.
Colocynthis, is for small round cysts which cause
boring pain which is improved by pressure.
Apis, for stinging pains, particularly in the right ovary.
Lachesis, for local pain which is worse in the morning,
and occurs mainly in the left ovary.
Ledum, for driving pain through the ovary and womb