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I'm 22. i have pcos less than 5 cysts, no free fluid. the report says, "ovaries showing increased stromal echogenecity". what does that mean? thanks.

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Radiology: That's just "radiology talk" describing how bright/dark the non-cystic parts of the ovary are on us> it isn't either good or bad, don't worry.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 7/2/2013

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A member asked:

I'm 22. i have pcos less than 5 cysts, no free fluid. the report says, "ovaries showing increased stromal echogenecity". what does that mean? thanks.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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