“Are ovarian cysts harmless?”
I was diagnosed with ovarian cysts. Are ovarian cysts harmless?
1 Answer
Carolyn Moyers
Gynecologic Surgeon
Usually, YES!
There are different types of ovarian cysts, most of which are painless and harmless (benign). Usually, ovarian cysts don’t cause symptoms.
You likely won’t know you have one unless your doctor finds one during a routine pelvic exam or ultrasound.
Rarely, ovarian cysts can cause complications - rupture, torsion or even cancerous growth (more common in postmenopausal years).
There are different types of ovarian cysts, most of which are painless and harmless (benign). Usually, ovarian cysts don’t cause symptoms.
You likely won’t know you have one unless your doctor finds one during a routine pelvic exam or ultrasound.
Rarely, ovarian cysts can cause complications - rupture, torsion or even cancerous growth (more common in postmenopausal years).
