Patient's question:
My friend has had an increase in white discharge recently and went to the hospital for a thorough examination. They were diagnosed with an ovarian cyst. I would like to ask if an ovarian cyst is life-threatening?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to your description: ovarian cysts can very likely lead to infertility in female patients. Once an ovarian cyst becomes malignant, it is very possible that sperm and eggs or fertilized eggs cannot move normally, resulting in the consequence of infertility. If an ovarian cyst is detected during the examination, it should be timely taken to the hospital for treatment according to the doctor's guidance to promptly implement surgical treatment. The harm of ovarian cysts must not be underestimated.