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Can ovarian cysts and dermoid cysts decrease the chances of pregnancy?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram
Dr. Wayne Ingramanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Both kinds of ovarian cysts decrease the ability to spontaneously ovulate and therefore get pregnant.
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A 34-year-old member asked:

Can pregnancy affect ovarian cysts?

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Dr. Alan Patterson
Dr. Alan Pattersonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 44 years experience
Yes: Preg can make them grow , twist or rupture so if you have one and are pg , you will need close monitoring as sometiems you may need surg during preg, this is avoided if possible but sometimes you have to do it.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
What are my chances my ovarian cyst grow bigger over time during my pregnancy? I'm 5 months now. Can it shrink or disappear?
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A 17-year-old female asked:
Was diagnosed with a slightly complex ovarian cyst with possibility of septae in Jan. Im now on birth control until an ultrasound in Apr. Since my visit in January my stomach has progressively gotten bigger & harder. No chance of pregnancy. Thoughts?
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Could the removal of my ovarian dermoid cyst make my weight or wasitline decrease?
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A 16-year-old female asked:
Will having severe ovarian cysts affect pregnancy chances?
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Since ovarian cysts can bleed if they are large and they rupture what are the chances of an ovarian pregnancy being misdiagnosed when ruptured?
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