Question 1

do ovarian cysts vary in size?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Some ovarian cysts are quite large, like the size of a grapefruit. Others are very small and they can be any size in between.

Question 2

what size ovarian cyst is worrisome?

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Over 6 cm.: An ovarian cyst up to 6 centimeters in diameter is considered normal during the menstrual cycle, as long as it eventually goes away on its own.

Question 3

what's the largest size ovarian cyst?

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Up to 20 cm in diame: Ovarian cyst could be large up to 20 cm in diameter. The larger cyst the more chances of torsion and rupture. Very painful.

Question 4

ovarian cyst of size 5cm is dangerous?

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Unlikely: If pain persists a follow up usg would be recommended.

Question 5

what size ovarian cyst is considered large?

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Usually > 5 cm: An ovarian cyst larger than 5 cm is significant and requires evaluation and management.

Question 6

could ovarian cyst grow up to 13cm in size?

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Yes: They can also grow much larger.  The risk of malignancy does not correlate with the size of the cyst.

Question 7

what is considered a large size ovarian cyst?

Accepted Answer

Size not only factor: It depends. For women having regular cycles, up to 8 cm may be normal if it is a simple pocket of fluid. If you have a cyst, your should contact your gynecologist to discuss followup.

Question 8

what helps reduce the size of an ovarian cyst?

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Ovarian cyst: Oral contraceptives are often prescribed, some times just time and expectant therapy, some times surgery its the only way.

Question 9

i have ovarian cyst the size is 5.5 4.5 what can i do? ?

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Do not need to: Do much...It will likely resolve on its own. Cyusts greater than 5 cm may be at risk of casuing the over to twist on its blood supply cutting off circulation. If this were to happen you would know it becuase you would get fever/nausea/vomiting, severe stabbing pain on that side and then it would all of a sudden go away. This is called ovarian torsion as is rare. Again this will resolve on  its own.

Question 10

what object could be compared to the size of a 4cm ovarian cyst?

Accepted Answer

Apricot: It's less than 2 inches. (2.5cm=1 inch)

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