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I'm 15 weeks pregnant and have complex ovarian cyst . is the surgery safe for baby? could it be ovarian cancer?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unlikely: If you are having pain and if it is increasing in size your doctor may recommend surgery. Most cysts in pregnancy resolve. Keep close follow up with your doctor.

Answered 6/17/2014

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