Is there any relation between an ovarian cyst a yeast infection or an urinary tract infection?

Answer 1

Hi there,

Yes, in my view there may be a relationship between an ovarian cyst and a urinary tract infection, for example as follows: Someone may get a UTI because the ovarian cyst is compressing the ureter inside the pelvis. Compression may cause what is known as an 'obstructive uropathy' and this may be intermittent (as the cyst changes position in the pelvic cavity) and also partial i.e. not complete (the flow of urine through the ureter is not completely stopped). In turn, this type of compression can cause urinary stasis, and so predispose the person to a urinary tract infection. I do not know how common this is in reality. However, I would say it is possible and I have certainly noted some patients presenting with with urinary tract infections, which could be related to their cyst in this way. However, given that urinary tract infections are fairly common, especially in women, it is difficult to be sure if these women who have a cyst and concomitant UTI, have the infection for the aforementioned reason. In any case, a doctor would usually treat a UTI regardless of the cause, to prevent the development of complications such as a renal infection (pylonephritis).

With regards to any relationship between an ovarian cyst and a yeast infection, I would think this less likely.

Best wishes, Scottish Doctor.