Should I be worried about a growing ovarian cyst with bloating and bowel changes?
4 days ago
7cm x 5cm ovarian cyst grown over 4 month period - bloating pain and change in bowel movement should i be worris
Answers (1)
A 7 cm × 5 cm cyst that’s been growing for four months and causing bloating, pain, and bowel changes needs to be looked at soon.
Most ovarian cysts are harmless, but at that size, with those symptoms, it’s worth getting properly checked rather than waiting.
The concern isn’t necessarily that it’s serious. It’s that a cyst this size can press on nearby organs, and there’s a small but real risk of it twisting or rupturing both of which cause sudden, severe pain and need immediate attention.
A gynecologist will usually start with a repeat ultrasound and may order a blood test or two, then decide whether to watch it, treat it medically, or remove it surgically. That decision depends on how it looks, whether it’s changing, and your overall health.
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