Patient's question:
I just wanted to ask, can ovarian cysts heal on their own? Does having this condition affect fertility? What is the general chance of complete recovery from ovarian cysts?Doctor's answer:
An ovarian cyst refers to a cyst-like mass that reappears in the ovary, and its exact cause is not yet clear. Ovarian cysts are a type of ovarian tumor and can be either benign or malignant. Therefore, when an ovarian cyst is detected, the first step is to determine whether it is benign or malignant. Additionally, it should be noted that sometimes the ovary may undergo changes similar to cysts, but they are not actually cysts, such as polycystic ovary syndrome, corpus luteum cysts, and endometriosis in the ovary. Although these conditions may also cause masses to appear in the ovary, they are different from ovarian cysts. To confirm an ovarian cyst, it is first necessary to determine whether it is benign or malignant. Surgery is the only treatment method for ovarian cysts.