When should a ovarian cyst be removed?

It depends: If the ovarian cyst is too big or causing pain, that can be considered to be removed.

Size and symptoms: Ovarian cysts are very common and most do not need to be removed.Only if these are symptomatic and rather large in size than excision should be a consideration.

It depends: It depends on the type of cyst. If it a follicle (ovulation) cyst it will go away on its own. If it does not go away within a month or two, it may need to be drained or removed, which can be done laparoscopically.

Cyst Rx options: 1.) Oral contraceptive pill hormonal suppression. 2) Laparoscopic aspiration or cystectomy. 3) If the cyst is small, do nothing and wait for Mother Nature to remove by the next menstrual cycle.