Patient's question:
During menopause, I experienced pain in the lower right abdomen. According to statistics, at the end of last year, a detailed ultrasound examination revealed a 2.71.3 cm cyst in the right ovary. Two days ago, the review was conducted. In fact, has the ovarian cyst disappeared? I want to know if the cyst has truly disappeared, or if one of the two detailed examinations was inaccurate.Doctor's answer:
Ovarian cysts are a general term for cystic masses in the ovaries. Their impact on the body and treatment options determine their nature. Generally, if the cyst diameter is less than 5 centimeters and there is no evidence of a tumor, it is primarily a functional cyst. It can be closely monitored, with careful examinations every 2-3 months, and the interval can be adjusted accordingly based on the situation. If the cyst diameter is greater than 5 centimeters, it is often an ovarian tumor and generally requires surgical treatment. If accompanied by progressive dysmenorrhea and sexual pain, as well as pelvic pain nodules, endometriosis (also known as chocolate cysts) should be considered. Different treatment methods are adopted based on specific circumstances.