Ovarian Cysts

Fluid-filled sacs that can form inside or on the ovaries are called ovarian cysts. The types are follicle cyst, corpus luteum cysts, dermoid cysts, cystadenomas, and endometriomas. Sharp or dull abdominal pain, bloating, and heaviness in the abdomen are some common symptoms.

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Is my short-tempered nature due to a hormonal imbalance caused by an ovarian cyst?

Query: Hi doctor, My friend had attempted suicide a few months ago. I had admitted him to the hospital, and he is alive. I remember every detail of this incident, and I am not able to forget it even after six months. I have an ovarian cyst and am taking medications. I have also become short-tempered. How t...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Patidar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. An ovarian cyst is a common disorder and is caused due to an imbalance in various sex hormones in the body. These hormones also control our mood and behavior. So, this may be the reason for your short temper. Also, there is a chance that you a...  Read Full »

I am a 52-year-old female with a history of endometriosis and ovarian cyst. Now I have pain in my lower back and groin. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 52-year-old female, have had endometriosis my entire life, and have never been able to have a child. I have had ovarian cysts before, but they go away. However, I recently had a cyst on my left ovary, lower back, and groin pain, and my period has returned (my last period was fiv...  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your history suggests that you should closely monitor your reproductive system to avoid future complications. Nulliparity (a woman who has never had a pregnancy), endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and left ovarian removal all increase the risk...  Read Full »

I am a 47-year-old female who underwent a hysterectomy. Why do I have chronic abdominal pain now?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 47-year-old female and weigh 85 kg. I had undergone a hysterectomy operation, in which the right ovary was operated on, and the left ovary was bulky without a cyst, as the USG report suggests. So what is the reason for my chronic abdominal pain now?  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to iciniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. It would be better if you describe your previous or present medical, surgical, gynecological, obstetrical, and drug history so that it could be answered in more detail. Your description tells us that the long-...  Read Full »

I was advised surgery for ovarian cyst. What are the side effects?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 23 years old. I have ovarian cyst for the last two years. I have taken medicine (Norgest) but no improvement. I have to do all the tests (blood test, CA125, MRI, ultrasound, thyroid, urine, etc. According to my last report (three months ago), my ovarian cyst size is 42.10 by 34.82...  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history, you have a right hemorrhagic ovarian cyst and right-sided para ovarian cyst of more than 5 cm, which increased to this size in one year, and surgery is advised. This paraovarian cyst (hydatid of Morgagni) is an epithelium-lined fluid-filled cyst in t...  Read Full »

I was diagnosed with PCOS, and there are four to five centimeters-sized cysts on my right ovaries. Can I conceive?

Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) four to five centimeters on the right. I am taking tablet Krimson 35, tablet Normoz, and tablet Metformin 500 mg for three months. I have been married for two years and I am anxious to conceive. Is there any possibility that I can c...  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. Please send me a detailed gynecology, medical, and drug histories. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal imbalance with multiple growing follicles, and increased size of the ovaries. The polycystic ovarian syndrome can irregulate the...  Read Full »

I have significant lower right abdominal pain, and an abnormal ovarian rim was detected during tests. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I initially experienced severe lower right quadrant abdominal pain, and It subsided on the same day, but it has been painful since then. I consulted one doctor, who diagnosed it as a hernia, but my ultrasound scan showed a big inguinal lymph node instead of a hernia. So I visited a differe...  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hi, Welcome to Icliniq.com. Thanks for your query. I have been gone through your reports (attachment removed for protecting patient's identity) and still things are unresolved. It would be better if you would send your detailed gynecology obstructive and medical history. Do you have a history of...  Read Full »

I have two cysts in the left ovary, but I want to try to conceive. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I have two cysts in the left ovary of 25x30 and 25x40mm. Can I try for pregnancy? Kindly advice.  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Patients with multiple follicles can also try for pregnancy, but it is better to evaluate the cyst to check whether are developing follicles with or without response to externally induced hormones. Small follicles or cysts should regress with...  Read Full »

Will they remove the entire ovary in the case of ovarian cyst?

Query: Hi doctor,A few months ago, I had an ultrasound for some cyst pain. A small growth was discovered on my ovary along with a large cyst as you can see from the documentation attached to this question. I am trying to do everything I can to avoid losing this ovary. My question is, after reviewing the a...  Read Full »


Dr. Talpe Ashwini Nanasaheb

Answer: Hi, It looks like the right ovary is having a complex ovarian cyst. It could be malignant also (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Please get alpha-fetoprotein AFP, HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) and CEA carcinoembryonic antigen. Depending upon the diagnosis you should plan sur...  Read Full »

I have had a history of miscarriage, and currently, I have a cyst in my left ovary. How can I conceive safely?

Query: Hello doctor,My right ovary follicle is 17*14 mm, left ovary follicle is 32*20 mm, right cyst is 4.3 mm, and free fluid in POD. Can I conceive if my left ovary has a cyst? The first time when I got conceived, I had a miscarriage after five weeks and then I came to know about the cyst. Surgery was do...  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. You had surgery for endometriosis and findings of a chocolate cyst. Since you are trying to conceive, it is better to have a healthy lifestyle, take healthy precautions, and try with a positive wish. Since you have PCOD and trying to concei...  Read Full »

I suffer from an ovarian cyst and fear that it could be ovarian cancer. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I had my first ultrasound done four years back. They found complex cysts on my left ovary. I was told to come back for a second ultrasound after a couple of weeks. I have all the symptoms of ovarian cysts, such as bloating and pelvic pain. I am worried it could be ovarian cancer as I lost...  Read Full »


Dr. Vivek Chail

Answer: Hi. Welcome to icliniq.com. It is important to investigate in detail if your symptoms persist for months. The images do not confirm cancer; however, previous and present ultrasound images and reports must be compared. In most cases of cancer off ovaries, a blood test for cancer antigen 125 (CA125)...  Read Full »

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