Most ovarian cysts are harmless and usually go away on their own without treatment. Rarely, some ovarian cysts can develop into ovarian cancer. However, the risk of a cyst becoming cancerous is higher in women who have gone through menopause. This article discusses ovarian cysts and explains how they can sometimes become cancerous.

The ovaries are two small glands located on either side of the lower pelvis. They play an important role in reproduction, the menstrual cycle, and the development of female sexual characteristics. Each month, a follicle matures into an egg, which is released from the ovary in a process called ovulation. For most women, this happens regularly from puberty until menopause.

Blocked fallopian tubes are a fairly common cause of female infertility. This condition prevents the egg and sperm from meeting, accounting for about 25-30% of all infertility cases. The nature of blocked fallopian tubes is complete blockage or sometimes only one tube is blocked or scarred, narrowing the tube.

One of the most feared complications of salpingitis is ectopic pregnancy. This is a condition that can be dangerous to the mother's health if not detected and treated promptly.

Ectopic pregnancies are cases where the fertilized egg implants somewhere other than in the uterine cavity. The most common location is in the fallopian tube, which when ruptured can easily cause many life-threatening complications.