Patient's question:
My menstrual cycle has always been irregular. Sometimes I don't get my period for several months, and other times I have two or three periods in a month. It has caused me a lot of pain. Due to my busy schedule with studies and work, I never had the chance to get it checked or treated. Later, during a long holiday, a check-up revealed that it was caused by an ovarian cyst.Doctor's answer:
Hello, ovarian cysts can be classified as physiological or pathological. During ovulation, the ovary may appear larger than usual due to the enlargement of the follicle, which can easily lead to false positives on ultrasound results. To confirm whether an ovarian cyst is present, it is recommended to undergo a follow-up ultrasound examination at the hospital after the menstrual period has ended to determine the true size of the ovary. The treatment for ovarian cysts depends on various factors, including the patient's age, whether the cyst is malignant, its location, size, growth rate, whether fertility needs to be preserved, and the patient's personal preferences.