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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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I underwent an ultrasound for problems in my ovaries and uterus. Kindly interpret my test results.

Query: Hello doctor, What does this ultrasound result mean: Massive ascites. Right adnexal complex cystic mass, likely an ovarian new growth. Soft tissue thickening along the anterior abdominal wall may be due to peritoneal. Metastatic implant. MRI correlation suggested. Atrophic uterus. Cholel...  Read Full »


Dr. Ghulam Fareed

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I have reviewed your case history and images (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). There is ascites (intra-abdominal fluid) along with a large mass at the right lower abdominal area (area of the r...  Read Full »

Can I take Pantocid in the presence of high prolactin levels?

Query: Hello doctor, I was having heavy periods with frequent cycles. I am diagnosed with a simple cyst in my ovary. I am getting mild pain near the uterus on the left side of the ovary. I am also diagnosed with subclinical hypothyroidism for which I am taking Levothyroxine 25 micrograms. My estrogen and ...  Read Full »


Dr. Thiyagarajan. T

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Pantocid DSR (Domperidone and Pantoprazole) can raise Prolactin levels. So, I suggest do not take it unless the prolactin levels are under control. I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Take...  Read Full »

What could be the reason for cramps with a cyst history?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 35-year-old female, and I am having painful lower abdominal cramps for three days, which got relieved by taking muscle relaxant medication. My last menstrual date was 21 days ago. I have a history of ovarian fibroma and cysts. Please, suggest the reason for these cramps.  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Based on the information you provided, I understand you had undergone surgery for ovarian fibroma and cysts. Usually, after the healing of the cyst or after surgery, adhesions develop around the uterus. However, this c...  Read Full »

Is microsurgery possible for lobulated, fluid-filled cystic sol in both ovaries?

Query: Hello doctor, My present condition is: Weight 165 lbs. Hemoglobin 6.9 gm%. Right ovary: 5 X 4.8 X 4.2 inches vol 887 cc large lobulated cystic sol noted in the right adnexal region. Left ovary 1.7 X 2.4 X 2.4 inches vol-159 cc echogenic fluid-filled cystic sol noted in the left adnexal region. Curre...  Read Full »


Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your all reports which ever you attached with. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Now as from previous reports and surgery and recurrent state you should do a complete diagnostic report for further treatment and even before planning the o...  Read Full »

I am 36 weeks pregnant with a right ovarian cyst. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am 36 weeks pregnant with a right ovarian cyst. Should I go for caesarean or normal delivery? Please help. Thanks.  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A simple cyst is never an indication of a cesarean. After a normal vaginal delivery, you can have a scan of the abdomen and pelvis after six weeks. In this scan, only if the cyst is significant, it must be removed. Other indications for surge...  Read Full »

What does CA-125 level 638 indicate?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34 year old female, and I am suffering from severe pain and heavy bleeding every month, during my periods. I need to take painkillers to feel fine, and sometimes, it does not work. My recent medical report shows that I have endometriosis and cysts on both of my ovaries. But, I am s...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are few conditions where CA-125 (cancer antigen 125) remains elevated. Some of them are cancerous and some of them benign. Endometriosis is a benign condition, where CA-125 remains high. So, that is the reason for your high CA-125. IVF (in vitro fertilizati...  Read Full »

I am seven weeks pregnant and I have a cyst in my ovary. Kindly help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am seven weeks pregnant. A cyst in my left ovary was detected during ultrasound. My doctor advised me to wait eight weeks, and then the cyst may dissolve or be reduced. What should I do? Is this cyst dangerous?Thanks.  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Let me put forth a few facts. The placenta, the connection between mother and baby, supplies nutrients, clears waste, and supports the pregnancy by supplying the progesterone hormone for the baby's health, formed only at 12 weeks. Sometimes, ...  Read Full »

Are my ovarian cysts not allowing me to lose weight and conceive?

Query: Hi doctor,I am currently overweight and trying to lose weight for a while but nothing has been working. I got an ultrasound done last year and many cysts on my ovaries were seen. We have also been trying to conceive for the past ten months. I am in my early thirties and I have a six years old boy. I...  Read Full »


Dr. Zulfiqar Ahmed

Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Your weight is more than normal. Do u have menstruation irregularities? How about any acne, or facial hair? What have you been trying for the treatment, any medications? Your blood tests are fine other than cholesterol levels. You need to do TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone...  Read Full »

How can a 4 cm dermoid ovarian cyst be treated?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34 year old female, and I had my right ovary and tube removed during C-section, due to a 4.5 cm dermoid cyst. The cyst was found during an ultrasound scan, five years back. The surgeon said a cystectomy was no possible because the cyst had completely replaced the ovary. Could you p...  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your attached reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Let me tell you, your right-sided cyst was having benign germ cell tumor that is a dermoid cyst, which is called as a mature cystic teratoma. Such a cyst is filled with cheesy ma...  Read Full »

I experience nausea, diarrhea and blood in toilet. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old female and I weigh about 168 lbs. Seven months ago, I was in the ER with severe lower abdominal pain. I had blood work, abdominal x-ray, internal ultrasound, and an abdominal CT scan with contrast. They found that I had a ruptured cyst. However, for a couple of mont...  Read Full »


Dr. Vivek Chail

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that the earlier severe abdominal pain might have been due to the rupture of an ovarian cyst, form which you have made a good recovery since. As you have already pointed out a change of location and with that, an erratic diet pattern, the focus should be o...  Read Full »

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