Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing stomach pain, and I also feel that my menstrual cycle is a bit irregular with heavier bleeding. So, I went to the hospital for some tests and was surprised to find that I have an ovarian cyst. The doctor said the problem isn't particularly serious, but I'm still very worried. What are the differences between ovarian cysts and tumors?Doctor's answer:
Ovarian cysts are primarily caused by inflammation and are a general term for ovarian enlargement, swelling, and neoplasms. Most ovarian cysts are physiological, while ovarian tumors are solid. Therefore, there is a distinction between the two. However, whether it is an ovarian cyst or a tumor, its size and location must be considered. If it is less than 5 cm, surgical treatment is required. The patient should now relax and have a check-up at a regular hospital.