Supernumerary Ovaries: Understanding Triple Ovarian Development

Normally, a woman has two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus. However, in rare cases, a woman may be born with three ovaries. This condition is called supernumerary ovary and it occurs when an extra ovary develops during embryonic development. Supernumerary ovaries are usually small and do not produce eggs, but in some cases, they may be functional and produce hormones.