Patient's question:
Today I went to the hospital for a check-up and found I have a follicular cyst. The follicle is too large to be released. The doctor said to come back next month after my period to see again. If it still exists, I will need to take medication to stimulate ovulation. The doctor mentioned that some people get cysts occasionally, while others experience this every month, so I should come back next month for a thorough examination. I would like to ask what causes follicular cysts? Are follicular cysts the same as ovarian cysts? Besides affecting pregnancy, do they have other adverse effects?Doctor's answer:
Follicular cysts are mainly caused by insufficient follicle-stimulating hormone. Except for corpus luteum cysts, these are all manifestations of endocrine disorders. You can have a re-examination three days after your period, and it's also necessary to check your endocrine. If these two tests are normal, it's generally nothing serious. Stress, deep sleep, and diet can affect menopause and endocrine. Pay attention to taking care of yourself, drink more water, and always maintain a cheerful mood. Wish you a speedy recovery!