5. Fever
A fever can be a sign of a virus or infection. It’s common with colds, flu, and infections, but it can also be a sign that something else is going on in your body. When an ovary becomes wrapped around the ligament, and blood flow is reduced, the body quickly realizes something is wrong and starts trying to heal itself.
The fever may be present before other symptoms, or it may appear a short time after them. While a fever can be uncomfortable, it can actually be a good thing, because it causes women to seek medical attention and get a proper diagnosis.
Fever alone is not enough for doctors to diagnose ovarian torsion, but when it occurs with cramping, nausea, and vomiting, it makes it easier for doctors to narrow down the causes and know which tests to perform to determine the cause. An ultrasound can show doctors if the ovary is twisted or if there is another problem.