Torsion of the ovary

**Ovarian torsion** It is more common in reproductive age that the ovary suddenly twists and stops the blood flow to the ovary, in which case sudden and severe pain starts on one side of the lower abdomen. The possibility of sprains during menopause is very low. Because ovarian tissue is very flexible during youth and the ovary can move with hormonal changes and the ovary is suddenly twisted. As a result, with age, the possibility of ovarian torsion decreases because the ovary becomes smaller. We will explain more about this topic.. Does ovarian cyst have an effect on ovarian torsion? The presence of a cyst or mass in the ovary increases the possibility of torsion of the ovary. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome are more likely to develop ovarian torsion. Because the drugs used in the treatment of infertility increase the size of the ovary, and as a result, the possibility of torsion increases with the enlargement of the ovary. ### Prevention of ovarian torsion Doing intense sports and sports that include jumping should be avoided.. Doing gentle sports like yoga is very useful.. Taking birth control pills reduces the possibility of sprains. Also, the use of these pills is effective in preventing ovarian cysts Treatment of ovarian torsion *Ovarian torsion* causes the blood flow to the ovary to stop, but this does not mean that the ovary loses its function. During surgery, the ovary is not completely removed by the surgeon and gynecologist of Tehran, and only the twist is opened, and over time, in most cases, the ovary recovers after the twist is opened. After having your ovaries removed, you should not worry about infertility. Because the other ovary is still in the body, the possibility of torsion of the ovary is much higher if the fallopian tubes are long. In many cases, torsion may be mistaken for appendicitis. The twist is more on the right than on the left.