Condition
Ovarian mass
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 29 April 20051 min read
Key points
- Prior to menopause, a mass on the ovary that is smaller than 2 centimeters is probably a follicle cyst (sac or pouch) and will go away on its own.
- However, if the growth is larger and doesn't go away over the course of a few menstrual cycles, then you may need to have it further evaluated and removed.
- Your age and medical history are important in evaluating an ovarian growth.
Alternative names
Ovarian growths
Information
Prior to menopause, a mass on the ovary that is smaller than 2 centimeters is probably a follicle cyst (sac or pouch) and will go away on its own. However, if the growth is larger and doesn't go away over the course of a few menstrual cycles, then you may need to have it further evaluated and removed. Your age and medical history are important in evaluating an ovarian growth. See Ovarian cysts.
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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