Patient's question:
My wife was supposed to get an IUD insertion today, but before the surgery, she had to undergo an ultrasound to check for any abnormalities. The doctor said her ovaries had cysts and told her how big they were, but she didn't know if they were malignant or benign. She still needs to wait for a urine test to find out the results. My wife hasn't felt any discomfort in her body before.Doctor's answer:
An ovarian cyst is a type of ovarian tumor in a broad sense, and it can affect women of all ages, but it is most common in women aged 20-50. Ovarian tumors are common tumors of the female reproductive system, with various different properties and forms, namely: solitary or mixed, unilateral or bilateral, cystic or solid, benign or malignant. Among these, cystic tumors are more common, and the degree of malignancy is very high. Early diagnosis is difficult, and at the time of re-examination, 70% have already reached an advanced stage, making early treatment rare. The 5-year survival rate has always fluctuated between 20-30%, making it one of the most serious malignant tumors threatening women's lives.