No longer considered functionless, the “rediscovered” rete ovarii may be crucial for understanding “unexplainable” infertility and ovarian disorders.

A woman's story of literal strength shows how ovarian cancer can be missed—and the lighthearted recovery milestone every care ...

The ovarian tissue that is left in the body can compensate for what was removed. We know this because women who have one of their ovaries removed do not undergo menopause appreciably earlier than ...

Paying attention to your body, recognizing unusual or persistent symptoms, and reporting them to a healthcare provider can ...

When ovarian cancer moves beyond your ovaries or fallopian tubes, cancer cells may reach your liver, lungs, or other places in your body. The stage your doctor assigns to your ovarian cancer can ...

ovaries, and part of my bowel removed, but there’s still no cure, no clear path forward. I’ve spent years navigating a ...

A common type of cyst is a corpus luteum cyst, which may occur during the first trimester and cause the ovary to twist. Higher hormone levels during pregnancy can also relax tissues in the body ...

It’s also important for you to tell your doctor about any unusual changes you notice about your body -- don’t wait for your next appointment. Though ovarian cancer could come back anywhere in ...

Finally, Reynolds notes that "because inflammation and stress are major drivers of PCOS for many," she recommends "following an anti-inflammatory diet rich in nuts, seeds, berries, oily fish, herbs, ...

If you have insulin resistance, your body may try to pump out high levels of insulin in an effort to keep your blood sugar levels typical. Too high levels of insulin can cause your ovaries to ...