Treating Ovarian Cysts in Bothell, WA

Naturopathic Treatment for Ovarian Cysts in Bothell

The first job is proportionate assessment. Functional cysts are extremely common and the overwhelming majority resolve without intervention within one to three cycles, so Dr. Sanika’s approach begins by establishing which category a cyst falls into rather than treating every finding as a problem. Characteristics on ultrasound — size, whether it is simple or complex, whether it has solid components or septations — determine whether watchful waiting with repeat imaging is appropriate or whether gynaecological referral is warranted. She refers promptly for complex, large or persistent cysts, for any concerning imaging features, and for post-menopausal cysts, where the threshold for investigation is appropriately lower. Sudden severe pain with nausea and vomiting is treated as a possible torsion and directed to emergency care rather than managed in clinic. Where cysts are functional and recurrent, the useful work is on the pattern rather than the individual cyst: functional lab testing evaluates the hormonal picture including androgens, LH and FSH, insulin and thyroid function, since PCOS and thyroid dysfunction both disrupt ovulation and are frequently the reason cysts keep forming. Clinical nutrition supports insulin sensitivity and healthy estrogen metabolism through fibre, cruciferous vegetables and blood-sugar-stable eating. Botanical medicine and nutraceuticals support regular ovulatory cycles, since consistent, clean ovulation is what reduces functional cyst formation. Where endometriomas are present, care is coordinated with the endometriosis management plan and framed as supportive rather than curative.