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How dangerous can ovarian cysts be?

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Dr. David Holtz answered

Specializes in Gynecologic Oncology

Complex question: This depends on many details: your medical history, your family history, features seen on ultrasound like size, solid areas, blood flow. Most cysts at age 44 if you are still having menstrual cycles will be benign, but you should follow up with your gynecologist as directed to be sure.

Answered 10/4/2016

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