Ovarian endometriomas, or “chocolate cysts,” are cysts filled with old blood. They’re a sign of endometriosis, a condition that happens when endometrial-like tissue travels outside of your uterus.

2019年4月23日 · What is a chocolate cyst? A chocolate cyst is an ovarian cyst filled with old blood, which is why it has a dark brown coloring. Chocolate cysts occur when endometrial-like tissues...

2019年9月28日 · Chocolate cysts are noncancerous, fluid-filled cysts that typically form deep within the ovaries. They get their name from their brown, tar-like appearance, looking something like melted...

2024年11月30日 · A chocolate ovarian cyst is a type of ovarian cyst filled with old menstrual blood that appears brown, giving it the “chocolate” name. These cysts form due to endometriosis , where the endometrial tissue, instead of shedding out during menstruation, becomes trapped in …

2023年5月22日 · Endometriomas are cysts that can form when tissue from the lining of the uterus grows in the ovaries. They are part of a condition known as endometriosis. Endometriomas are also called "chocolate cysts" because they are filled with dark brown menstrual blood.

2023年12月18日 · Chocolate cysts, also known as endometriomas, are a type of ovarian cyst that can cause discomfort and affect the reproductive health of women. In this blog, we will explore various aspects of chocolate cysts, including who can be affected, types, causes, symptoms, impact on fertility, diagnosis, and treatment options.

2024年11月3日 · Endometrioma, commonly known as a “chocolate cyst,” is a type of ovarian cyst associated with endometriosis—a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.

These sizable cystic masses consist of menstrual debris, including fragments of endometrial tissue, thickened blood, and inflammatory enzymes. These so-called “chocolate cysts”, aptly named for the appearance of the “old” blood they contain, may acutely rupture.

2025年1月7日 · Chocolate cysts, also known as endometriomas, are a type of non-functional ovarian cyst. These cysts are sac-like structures that may contain fluid or semi-solid material and are filled with old menstrual blood.

Ovarian endometriomas are referred to as “chocolate cysts” because of the dark, reddish-brown fluid that fills them, resembling chocolate. These cysts have the potential to rupture suddenly, causing their contents to spill and adhere to the abdominal cavity’s nearby organ walls.