Can using Duphaston for ovarian cysts affect my fertility?

Question

Hello doctor,

Today, I had an appointment with a doctor. It looks like I have a small cyst in my ovary. The doctor said nothing was special, but somehow told me to get Duphaston 10 mg for 10 days. Can it cause weight gain? What are the side effects? And if I do not get it and the cyst is not dangerous, can it affect my fertility?

Kindly help.

Answer 1

Hi,

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It would be better if you could send me your detailed gynecology, obstetrics, medical, surgical, and drug history. The cyst is a large follicle. If it is less than 4 to 5 mm, then it should resolve by itself in the next few months, gradually. If you do not have multiple cysts, then you can avoid medication.

Duphaston is Progesterone, and its side effect is weight gain if taken for a long time. If you are observing weight gain, abnormal weight gain, along with irregular or scanty periods, then you need only blood tests. So observe for these as well.

In the case of multiple ovarian cysts with or without the above symptoms, you also need to have a blood test. Have a balanced diet, weight, and BMI to avoid polycystic ovaries. Do exercises, yoga, and swimming, and have a balanced weight and BMI. Have more fruits, vegetables, plenty of water, and reduce salt, sugar, oil, and spices.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.