Patient's question:
My best friend now has an ovarian cyst. She hasn't had her period recently. Hello, what should I do if I have an ovarian cyst and don't have a period?Doctor's answer:
Ovarian cysts generally do not cause delayed menstruation, so the first step is to rule out pregnancy before having sexual activity. If pregnancy is not confirmed, an ultrasound can be performed to check the thickness of the endometrium. If the endometrium is too thin, it may affect menstruation or cause hormonal imbalance. If an ovarian cyst is larger than five centimeters, it usually requires surgical treatment. If it is small, anti-inflammatory medication can be taken, as most cysts are caused by inflammation.