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What should my biggest concern be with a 15cm pelvic cyst ? in tons of pain , waiting for insurance coverage , is this urgent ?

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Might be urgent: If you have new pain, it may be urgent.

Answered 3/23/2014

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Biggest risk: Is ovarian torsion. In essence, the cyst can twist the ovary around and cut off its blood supply. If you are having "tons of pain" it is better to see a gynecologist very soon as torsion can cause you to have the ovary removed if there is much delay.

Answered 3/23/2014

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