Ovarian cysts

Alternative names:

functional ovarian cysts; physiological ovarian cysts

Treatment:

Functional ovarian cysts typically disappear within 60 days without any treatment. Oral contraceptives may be prescribed to help establish normal cycles.

Expectations (prognosis):

Functional ovarian cysts usually disappear without any residual problems.

Complications:

Any ovarian cyst that enlarges or persists longer than 60 days is probably not a functional cyst. A laparoscopy or exploratory laparotomy may be done to rule out other conditions.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of an ovarian cyst (to rule out other possible causes of the symptoms).

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if an ovarian cyst persists longer than 60 days.