A member asked:

I am 54 years old with a painful ovarian cyst for 4 years now. ultrasounds show it is simple. does it need to be removed? i am not menopausal yet.

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Maybe: You do not mention how large or small it is. A large simple cyst can be painful just as a small one. If it does not respond to treatment and it is still painful, there may not be that many options left other than take it out.

Answered 11/13/2017

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