In exactly the same way, if the valves in the ovarian vein give up working, a "varicocele" is formed around the ovary.
Again, not surprisingly the swollen veins in the pelvis can cause aching and a "dragging" feeling, especially during a period - just as a variocele around a testicle can cause symptoms.
However, there are 2 main differences in women:
Firstly, the veins can spread further in the pelvis, pushing on the bladder and bowel and irritating them.
Secondly, as they are on the inside and therefore invisible to doctors, they are usually ignored by doctors and patients alike - the symptoms put down to "women's problems". |