Home Remedies for Ovarian Cysts

Home Remedies for Ovarian Cysts

1. Heat

Heat is said to be quite effective in reducing muscle cramps or pain in the abdomen due to ovarian cysts.

• Put a heating pad or hot water bottle on your abdomen and lower pelvic area.
• Do this for at least 15 minutes.
• Follow this remedy whenever you experience pain in the abdomen for quick relief.

2. Castor Oil Pack

Castor oil packs are an age-old remedy for ovarian cysts. Castor oil clears the body of excess tissues and toxins. It also stimulates the lymphatic and circulatory systems, which helps reduce and dissolve ovarian cysts.

• Fold a large flannel cloth to make it two or three layers thick. Make sure the folded cloth is large enough to cover your entire abdomen.
• Drizzle about two tablespoons of castor oil on the cloth. Fold the cloth in half to saturate and then unfold it.
• Lay down with an old towel under you and put the flannel cloth on your abdomen.
• Cover the castor oil cloth with plastic and then with an old towel.
• Place a hot water bottle over the towel and then cover yourself in a warm blanket.
• Leave the castor oil pack on for at least 30 minutes and then remove it.
• Repeat the process about three times a week for three months.

To remove oil from the skin after using the castor oil pack, you can wash the treated area with a solution of three tablespoons of baking soda mixed in one quart (four cups) of water.

Note: Do not use castor oil packs during menstruation. If you are trying to conceive then do not use this remedy after ovulation.