do ovarian cysts have anything to do with  endometriosis, cause, effect or concomitant?
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Here is what I could find:\n\nEndometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus is located outside the uterus. Usually there are implants of this tissue in the pelvis. When the lining of the uterus bleeds during the menstrual cycle, these implants also bleed. This causes pain and scarring in the pelvis. The other pelvic structures react to this bleeding by becoming adherent to each other so that tubes, ovaries and intestine are stuck together. If the endometrial tissue is within an ovary, that ovary will fill with blood. These are called endometriomas and are cysts in the ovary filled with old blood. This old blood has the appearance of thin chocolate or motor oil. They are also called chocolate cysts of the ovary. Endometriomas are frequently found at surgery for ovarian cysts.  http://www.gyncancer.com/ovarian-cysts.html\n\nWhat are Endometriomas/Chocolate Cysts?\nThis disease process is also known as Endometriosis of the ovaries. Tiny implants of cells that line the uterine cavity become transplanted and form small cysts on the outside of the ovary. These cysts enlarge and produce Endometriosis of the ovary. They respond to hormone stimulation during the menstrual cycle and produce many small cysts, which may then occupy and even replace the normal ovarian tissue.\n\nThese endometriomas are filled with a thick chocolate-type material, which is the reason they are known as "chocolate cysts". When this type of ovarian cyst ruptures, the material spills over into the pelvis and onto the surface of the uterus, bladder and bowel and the corresponding spaces between. Adhesions can develop because of this rupture and may lead to pelvic pain.  http://www.alternativesurgery.com/education/ovariancysts.php\n\n) Endometrioma or "chocolate cyst". These are cysts that form when endometrial tissue (the type that lines the inside of the uterus) invades an ovary. It is responsive to monthly hormonal changes, which causes the cyst to fill with blood. It’s called a “chocolate cyst” because the blood is a dark, reddish-brown color. Multiple endometriomas are found in the condition called "endometriosis". Although often asymptomatic, chocolate cysts can be painful, especially during your period or during intercourse.  http://www.ovarian-cysts-pcos.com/ovarian-cysts.html
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The endometrium is the tissue that lines the uterus. During each menstrual cycle, a new endometrium grows, preparing for a possible pregnancy. If you do not become pregnant during that cycle, the endometrium is shed, which you know as your menstrual period. Endometriosis is endometrium tissue that grows outside of the uterus. This usually occurs on the ovaries, the fallopian tubes, the outer surface of the uterus, the bowels, or other abdominal organs. Rarely, it can affect other organs and structures in the body. Endometriosis that does not cause symptoms or causes only mild symptoms usually does not require medical treatment.  Treatment of endometriosis that is causing moderate to severe pain includes:\nIdentification and removal of endometrial tissue throughlaparoscopy. Endometrial implants may be destroyed by laser beam or electric current (electrocautery), or cut away and removed during the procedure. \nUse of medications that shrink the endometrial implants and control symptoms. \nSurgery to remove the uterus and ovaries (hysterectomy and oophorectomy). Many women with endometriosis can conceive naturally. For those who have difficulty, surgery often provides a "window of opportunity" during which the chances of conception increase. In a study that was done, 172 women underwent laparoscopic treatment of endometriosis. Of those, 50 became pregnant within 36 weeks. The authors attributed a 13% increase in the probability of pregnancy to the surgical treatment.
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There has been some supposition that menstrual cups can promote the development of Endometriosis in women who may be predisposed to the disease.  I wouldn't use the products for that reason alone.  http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=27320
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Ovarian cysts form for numerous reasons. The most common type is a follicular cyst, which results from the growth of a follicle. A follicle is the normal fluid-filled sac that contains an egg. Follicular cysts form when the follicle grows larger than normal during the menstrual cycle and does not open to release the egg. Usually, follicular cysts resolve on their own over the course of days to months. Cysts can contain blood (hemorrhagic or endometrioid cysts) from injury or leakage of tiny blood vessels into the egg sac. If a woman is in her 40's, or younger, and has regular menstrual periods, most ovarian masses are "functioning ovarian cysts," which are not really abnormal. They are related to the process of ovulation that happens with the menstrual cycle. They usually disappear on their own during a future menstrual cycle. Therefore, especially in women in their 20's and 30's, these cysts are watched for a few menstrual cycles to verify that they disappear. Because oral contraceptives work in part by preventing ovulation, physicians will not really expect women who are taking oral contraceptives to have common "functioning ovarian cysts." Thus, women who develop ovarian cysts while taking oral contraceptives may be advised against simple observation; rather, they may receive closer monitoring with pelvic ultrasound or, less commonly, surgical exploration of the ovary. Functional ovarian cysts cannot be prevented if you are ovulating. Anything that makes ovulation less frequent reduces your chance of developing an ovarian cyst. Birth control pills, pregnancy, and breast-feeding in the first 6 months following birth prevent ovulation. Ovulation ceases when menopause is complete. Women who use high-dose birth control pills have a modestly decreased risk of developing functional ovarian cysts; low-dose birth control pills seem to have a less preventive effect.
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PCOS (Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome) does not cause Bulimia.\n\nIf your hormones don't work in the normal way, your ovaries might make too many eggs. Those eggs turn into many cysts. The cysts (say: "sists") are like little balloons filled with liquid. \n\nPolycystic ovary syndrome is called PCOS for short. Women in their childbearing years can get it. It often begins in the teenage years. It doesn't go away. \n\nDoctors don't know what causes PCOS. If you have PCOS, you may have a problem with the way your body uses blood sugar (glucose). Because of this problem, the hormones that control your ovaries and menstrual periods can become abnormal.\n\nIf you have PCOS, you are more likely to get high blood pressure or diabetes. This means you have a greater risk for strokes and heart attacks. \n\nBecause of irregular menstrual periods, women with PCOS are more likely to be infertile (unable to get pregnant). They may also have a higher risk for cancer of the uterus or breast.\n\nYour doctor will look for the signs of PCOS. Blood tests that measure your hormone levels can help. An ultrasound exam can show if you have cysts on your ovaries. \n\nIf you have PCOS, you might need to lose weight. Medicine can help with your menstrual cycle, abnormal hair growth and acne. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, they have to be treated. If you want to have a baby, there are medicines that may help you get pregnant.
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What is Endometriosis?\nEndometriosis is a common and chronic gynecological and immunological disease that can result in pelvic pain. About 2-4% of women and girls of reproductive age and up to 30% of women with infertility have endometriosis. That amounts to approximately 5.5 million women in the United States and Canada.\n\nThe disease occurs when endometrial cells (the cells that line the inside of the uterus) develop outside of their normal location inside the uterus. The misplaced endometrial cells respond to the menstrual cycle in the same way as those lining the uterus. The tissue grows and sheds blood at the time of menses. However, instead of flowing out of body through the vagina, the blood shed by the misplaced cells has no way of leaving the body. The resulting internal bleeding can lead to chronic inflammation and the formation of adhesions and scar tissue.\n\nLocation of Endometriosis\nAreas commonly affected by endometriosis include the ovaries, fallopian tubes, the ligaments that support the uterus, the area between the vagina and rectum (cul-de-sac), the outer surface of the uterus and the lining of the pelvic cavity. Endometrial lesions can also be found in the bladder, bowel, vagina, cervix and vulva. More rarely the lung and other body tissues can be affected.\n\nThe frequency that endometriosis is found to occur in the pelvic area is:\n\nCul-de-sac - 72% \nUterosacral ligaments - 41% right and 45% left \nBroad ligaments - 43% right and 52% left \nUterus - 16% \nOvaries - 17% right and 17% left \nFallopian tubes 7% right and 9% left \nBladder - 33% \nSigmoid colon - 18%
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They can rupture causing extreme pain and sometimes bleeding that may require surgery to control. If you have numerous cysts that rupture it can lead to scarring of the ovaries and possibly infertility.  Many women have cysts at some point that rupture they have some pain but associate it with pulled muscles or bad cramps.  Persistent pain or chronic cysts may indicate other medical issues that need to be treated. You need to see your OBGYN and talk with him or her about cysts, treatment options and how they can affect your fertility. Women with multiple cysts should be checked out for poly cystic ovarian syndrome. there is a medication called Metformin that is very useful in treating this disorder and in many cases has restored fertility in some women.
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The cysts are cause when you try to ovulate and the ovary doesn't release the egg. The egg stays attatched and thereby causes a cyst. They are probably old cysts
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PCOS, polysystic ovarianan syndrom would be my guess. It causes women to be overweight, affects the endocrene system including sugar in a manner simmilar to diabetes and can cause diabetes, affects the frequency of periods from having few to many. Women with PCOS can become pregnant but it is often difficult. Sugar regualtors and birth control are often perscribed to take care of the symptoms which include excess testosterone, facial hair, a bump on th neck, and ovarian cysts. This is just my guess from  what you said the doctor wanted to do, check it out for yourself.
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It could be a couple different things.  It's possible that you may have endometriosis or you may have cysts on your ovaries or uterus.  I have both and it sounds like some similar symptoms when I'm not on b.c.\nEither way, a vist to the gyno is needed.  I would go to a gyno, not your family doctor, a specialist will be more likely to give you an accurate diagnosis.
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I have had the laproscopy procedure done for endometriosis. It is out patient surgery and they make an incision through your belly button or right under it. I had a couple days for recovery, then I was back to my normal activity. I have had an ovarian cyst as well, I never had surgery for it, it ruptured on its own. I know they can be fairly common.
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My daughter had the same problem. They would go in and remove them and the cyst would return. She was in constant pain and when one would rupture, the pain would be unbearable. She suffered for a much longer time than I would have put up with it.\n\nFinally they removed one ovary and scraped everything. She was told to have a child immediately or she would never have one. She got pregnant and had a healthy baby. Long story short, the cysts kept returning. Her life was not worth living and she was living on pain pills.\n\nThey didn't want to do a hysterectomy because she was 32 years old. They just kept going in and removing them when the pain was bad. FINALLY I went to the doctor and raised hell with him. We ended up having his female partner do the hysterectomy. He just couldn't do it. He didn't care how she felt, just how old she was. She had everything removed. She said (afterwards) she didn't realize how terrible she hurt until the surgery. She is in great health now, no more pain. She takes a pill daily for menopause.
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Most functional ovarian cysts are harmless, do not cause symptoms, and go away without treatment. However, they can cause symptoms such as: \n\nLower abdominal pain or ache, typically in the middle of your menstrual cycle. \nMenstrual period delay. \nWeight gain. \nUnexpected vaginal bleeding. \nSome functional ovarian cysts can twist or rupture and bleed. Symptoms include: \n\nSudden severe pain, often with nausea and vomiting (possible sign of a twisted cyst). \nPain immediately after intercourse (possible sign of a ruptured cyst). \nIf you have symptoms that suggest a twisted or ruptured ovarian cyst, call your health professional immediately. Some ruptured cysts bleed enough that treatment is necessary to prevent heavy blood loss.
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If you only have pain around the time of your period you shouldn't need an ultrasound.  Now if you have pain at other times ie. around ovulation, you might have cysts on your ovaries that an ultrasound would show.  I had severe endometriosis with very severe periods.  The ultrasound showed fluid in my abdomen and then at different times the ultrasounds would show cysts on my ovaries but not always.  You can give the pills a try for a few months and see if that helps.  If it doesn't then request the ultrasound.  Just my two cents.
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polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormone disorder that may lead to ovarian cysts. and other problems. Check out the web sight below. I know it is a long one. Just copy and paste it into your address bar.
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Could be any number of concerns ranging from Endometriosis to an inflamed/diseased gall bladder.  I assume at least one of the two docs you have seen is a gynecologist?  Make sure an ecoptic pregnancy is ruled out and consider a differential diagnosis of Endometriosis, fibroids, cysts or other reproductive concern; also, a visit to the gastroenterologist can be helpful to rule out gall bladder disease.  Good luck and don't stop seeing docs till you get one that gives you answers and helps you feel better.
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For the most part, ovarian cysts may totally prevent a women from getting pregnant.\n\nHowever, many patients with an ovarian cyst may experience no symptoms. The cyst can grow to almost four inches and may bleed or twist the ovary and cause pain.\n\nHope this answers your question.