Patient's question:
I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Is there any risk in having laparoscopic surgery for an ovarian cyst?Doctor's answer:
This is a very mature procedure. The risk of the surgery is very small. Your attending physician will discuss it with you in detail. If it is a benign ovarian tumor, the cyst removal surgery is generally decided based on your age. However, there may be a possibility of complications after the surgery. Since the cyst is detached from the ovary during the surgery, it may have some impact on ovarian function. The risks of the surgery generally include anesthesia complications, as it is performed under general anesthesia. There may also be skin incisions during and after the surgery. If you have had previous surgeries, the pelvic area may be prone to adhesions. During the surgery, there is a risk of damaging the ureter, or the possibility of converting to an open surgery.