April 14, 2009

I was diagnosed with a dermoid cyst in my left ovary anyone with experiance in this?

dermoid cyst
love my boys asked:


doctor said leave it alone unless I start having pain what should I do ive had it for about 1 year now last ultrasound I was told it was shrinking

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April 16, 2009

Jay D @ 5:08 pm

Dermoid cysts are fairly common and are frequently bilateral meaning they can be found in both ovaries. They can twist and compromise the blood supply to the ovary at that time surgical removal is an emergency. Also, while the majority of these are benign (98%) the remainder (2%) are malignant. Therefore the treatment of choice is removal.

April 17, 2009

Rein @ 6:58 pm

Demoid cyst is basically a benign tumor so dont worry. But since it is a growing tumor, eventually will enlarge and most of discomfort and pain specially in abdomen and lower back will occur. Don’t keep it for long because it may become severe and will cause you in emergency situation or it could be deadly once grown big and raptured your ovary. People who are PCOS (Polycistic Ovarian Syndrome) tends to develop ovarian cyst. Better yet have it surgically remove before its too late. Consult other Gynaecologist. Seems your doctor has no idea of your problem. There is no medication, drugs or therapy nor even the use of modern technology can cure or prevent you from getting rid of this. Have it removed and repair your ovary so you could still have a chance of conceiving a child if your planning to have one. Dermoid cyst is also one factor of infertility. Recurrence is minimal. By the way, I am male and my wife previously has the same problem with yours. She had it removed not only one but two (bilateral) and now we’re so happy having 2 adorable kids.

April 19, 2009

gapsusie @ 8:24 pm

Dont worry about the Dermoid cyst unless it causes you pain. My best friend had one that had teeth and hair in it. Never caused her any pain tho