Patient's question:
Yesterday I had a thorough check-up and was told I have an ovarian cyst. Will it affect my ability to conceive? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
If it is a benign cyst and relatively small, it is generally absolutely harmless to the fetus. Wait until after delivery to observe more closely. Because there is a type of functional cyst that occurs after early pregnancy, it appears with delivery and disappears as labor approaches. Therefore, it is necessary to wait until after delivery to observe more closely. If it does not fade away and shows a reverse trend of shrinkage, then surgical removal can be considered. During early pregnancy, some cysts may rupture or reverse, causing severe abdominal pain. In such cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the cyst, especially if it is larger than five centimeters after menstruation, it is recommended that the patient first determine whether the cyst is benign or malignant. It is best to have the cyst removed before becoming pregnant.