Patient's question:
I had an issue last year. At that time, after checking at the hospital, I was prescribed medication, which quickly controlled the condition both internally and externally. However, recently, discomfort has returned to my private area, and my discharge is also abnormal, with a particularly strong odor. Please advise: How can an ovarian cyst be treated most effectively?Doctor's answer:
Hello, ovarian cysts are divided into pathological and physiological types. The physiological cysts can naturally resolve with the fluctuation of the menstrual cycle. Pathological cysts that evolve from diseases often require surgery for definitive diagnosis and treatment. When a cyst is present, it is first necessary to conduct specific examinations to determine whether it is physiological or pathological before proceeding with treatment. If MRI indicates that the cyst is anechoic (without echoes) and non-segmented, it is advisable to carefully observe for 3 months. After 3 months, repeat the MRI for a specific examination. If the cyst still belongs to the pathological type, surgery should be considered. For cysts other than this type, in most cases, they are pathological and surgery should be performed for definitive diagnosis. For patients with ovarian cysts, in addition to symptomatic treatment, it is also necessary to pay attention to self-care, such as maintaining hygiene during treatment and keeping the private area clean at all times. Finally, it is advised that female patients must undergo regular