Patient's question:
I have chocolate cysts. After taking medication, my menstrual flow has decreased. What should I do about the decreased menstrual flow with chocolate cysts?Doctor's answer:
If a careful examination of the ultrasound suggests a high possibility of a chocolate cyst, and the cyst diameter is greater than five centimeters, it may lead to reduced menstrual flow. If there are also symptoms of lower abdominal pain and waist soreness or bloating, this indicates a need for surgery. However, there is still a possibility of recurrence after removal, requiring irregular follow-up examinations. If the cyst is smaller, it can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine based on the principles of diagnosis and treatment through observation, auscultation, inquiry, and palpation. The main focus is on promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, as well as replenishing qi and blood.