What Causes Small Cysts On Right Ovary?

Posted on Sun, 14 Jun 2015

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Sun, 14 Jun 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have two small cysts on my right ovary but my doctor days I'm fine but my friend said they can turn to cancer. I am 47

Answered by Dr. Binu Parameswaran Pillai (24 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Trust your doctor who has medical knowledge

Detailed Answer:
Good day,
Noted your concern. Ovarian cysts are of different types are seen during routine ultrasounds scan.
The most important things to consider are,
1) Do you have any pain or discomfort
2) How are your periods ?
3) Any family history of ovarian cancers
4) What are the sizes of these cysts?

You doctor would have assessed the cysts by the appearance in scan and must be convinced that it is benign. Trust your doctor.
However, you may need follow up of these cysts as advised by your doctor.
You may also need blood test like CA 125 .

Regards
Binu

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Binu Parameswaran Pillai (11 minutes later)

She said they are small fluid filled. I have mild discomfort from time to time. She said these type go away after a few periods. Periods now are much lighter and a bit longer but very light. No family history. She told me not to think twice about it but this friend at a wedding last night scared me. So my doctor would know and I should not worry?

Answered by Dr. Binu Parameswaran Pillai (0 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Fluid filled cysts are likely benign

Detailed Answer:
Sure, your doctor would know it better. Fluid filled cysts are common after ovulation. Like Corpus luteal cyst. I am sure your doctor will certainly look at them on your next visit. Inore your frined's advice.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar