Patient's question:
Last month, my menstrual flow was particularly light, but the period lasted a long time. After a thorough examination, it was found that there was pelvic effusion and an ovarian cyst measuring 2.02.3. The doctor prescribed topical medication and intravenous fluids for a week, saying that no follow-up examination was needed and everything was fine. This month, the period is long again, but the flow is heavier with blood clots. I went to a different hospital for a detailed examination, and it showed that the effusion had disappeared, but the cyst had grown to 5.23.93.7. Is the doctor very serious and does it require surgery?Doctor's answer:
Ovarian cysts are often diagnosed clinically through symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, discomfort in the lower abdomen, increased vaginal discharge, yellow vaginal discharge, foul vaginal odor, irregular menstruation, and a solid, painless mass in the lower abdomen. Some people may not have any obvious symptoms. Generally, if the cyst is smaller than 5 centimeters, surgery may be considered. It is recommended that you undergo surgical treatment, which can be performed using traditional surgery or laparoscopic surgery. The choice of surgery depends on the examination results and should be decided according to the doctor's advice. The recurrence of ovarian cysts severely affects women's health, and patients should avoid sexual activity during treatment and pay attention to personal hygiene.