Question 1

is a ovarian dermoid cyst baby?

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No: Dermoid is caused by stem cells which have been present in your body since you were an embryo. These stem cells grow and form a tumor. It is not a baby and never will be a baby.

Question 2

what causes an ovarian dermoid cyst?

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Embryonic cells: Ectodermal embryonic cells enclosed into the ovary at early formation "get activated" later in life producing dermoid cysts, that can contain hair and teeth when surgically removed and opened.

Question 3

likelihood of a ovarian dermoid cyst returning?

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Very low: These are benign; if they are taken out by the laparoscope there's a few percent chance of their needing to be taken again by laparoscope; if laparotomy is performed, recurrence would be very unlikely, though it's a bigger and more difficult procedure for the patient.

Question 4

could the removal of my ovarian dermoid cyst make my weight or wasitline decrease?

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Yes: Depends on how big the cyst is, you will find out after it has been removed, but you may need to go on a diet after that, it can make your waistline decrease but prob will not do much to decrease your weight, the best way to decrease weight is caloric restiction, after you have recovered from your surgery.

Question 5

what is a reoccurring ovarian dermoid cyst (teratoma) like?

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Can vary: A recurrent ovarian dermoid cyst implies that you have had one removed in the past.  Because of their contain hair, teeth and other structures, they don't usually go away like other benign cysts can.  They can twist and cause severe pelvic pain.  They can get quite large and put pressure on surrounding organs.  If you are symptomatic, you should see your PCP or a gynecologist or surgeon.

Question 6

what is the best treatment for ovarian dermoid cyst?

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Surgical removal: Ovarian dermoid cysts also called teratomas are removed surgically. Usually this can be done laparoscopically and is called an ovarian cystectomy.

Question 7

how much does an 8 cm ovarian dermoid cyst weigh?

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Density matters: Dermoid cysts are made of multiple different tissue types and they're going to be all made up different densities where fat is light and smooth muscle is heavier, which means that depending on the makeup of your dermoid it will vary in weight. 8cm is fairly hefty. Good luck with your surgery. Don't wait; a cyst this large can twist and torse your ovary.

Question 8

how to deal with ovarian dermoid cyst post menopausal?

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It depends: An ovarian dermoid is a benign neoplasm (tumor) that won't spread beyond the ovary, but may continue to grow. If imaging (ultrasound or mri) suggest a dermoid, management may depend on whether there are any symptoms,  the size of the tumor, whether it is growing, and whether there is any suggestion that it might be a different type of tumor or cancer.

Question 9

what causes an ovarian dermoid cyst to turn malignant?

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Dumb luck: About 1% do it and this is a reason to have them removed beforehand.

Question 10

what to do about reoccurring ovarian dermoid cyst (teratoma)?

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Possible removal: Once an ovarian dermoid is removed , especially in the younger patient, follow up ultrasonography is required. The incidence of recurrent dermoid cysts in a pediatric and adolescent population following ovarian cystectomy is 10.6% where only 3% will recur and require further surgical management. Eventually all are cured

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