Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
How To Confirm The Presence Of Ovarian Cyst?
Brief Answer:
Do laparoscopy
Detailed Answer:
hi,
I can understand your concerns.
The only sureshot way of knowing if its a hemorrhagic or endometriotic cyst is to do a diagnostic laparoscopy.
That will confirm it.
ultrasound and CT/MRI are not conclusive and wrong many a times.
If its an endometriotic cyst then depending on size ( more than 5 cms ) you will need to get it removed or use hormonal pills if size is less than 5 cms.
Regards,
Dr Som MD
Do laparoscopy
Detailed Answer:
hi,
I can understand your concerns.
The only sureshot way of knowing if its a hemorrhagic or endometriotic cyst is to do a diagnostic laparoscopy.
That will confirm it.
ultrasound and CT/MRI are not conclusive and wrong many a times.
If its an endometriotic cyst then depending on size ( more than 5 cms ) you will need to get it removed or use hormonal pills if size is less than 5 cms.
Regards,
Dr Som MD
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Is there a surity that after getting it removed through leproscopy it will not come back? Also i want to know if the size is less than 5 cms even without leproscopy, should i still need to get leroscopy done or just continue taking pills, or what could be the side effects of those pills.
Last question, my friend was telling that cyst may lead to cancer, is that correct?
Last question, my friend was telling that cyst may lead to cancer, is that correct?
Brief Answer:
All your answers
Detailed Answer:
Dear,
If properly done, where the wall of the cyst is completely removed, chances of recurrence is low but NEVER ZERO.
These cysts sometimes recur despite perfect surgeries.
You need the laparoscopy to atleast know which type of cyst it is , endometriotic or hemorrhagic etc.
NO, pills are not a long term solution. they cause weight gain, facial hair, liver and breast disease over long use.
Yes, sometimes cysts can become cancer.
My advise in short, take it out laparoscopically if more than 5 cms.
if less than 5 cms take pills for 3 months and STOP. just do regular sonographies after that .
If size reduces or cyst disappears or atleast stays same and less than 5 cms do nothing.
If it again starts growing and crosses 5 cms take it out.
Dr Som MD
All your answers
Detailed Answer:
Dear,
If properly done, where the wall of the cyst is completely removed, chances of recurrence is low but NEVER ZERO.
These cysts sometimes recur despite perfect surgeries.
You need the laparoscopy to atleast know which type of cyst it is , endometriotic or hemorrhagic etc.
NO, pills are not a long term solution. they cause weight gain, facial hair, liver and breast disease over long use.
Yes, sometimes cysts can become cancer.
My advise in short, take it out laparoscopically if more than 5 cms.
if less than 5 cms take pills for 3 months and STOP. just do regular sonographies after that .
If size reduces or cyst disappears or atleast stays same and less than 5 cms do nothing.
If it again starts growing and crosses 5 cms take it out.
Dr Som MD
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Shanthi.E
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
