Dermoid Cyst: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Table Of Content Differential diagnosis How can I reduce my risk of an ovarian dermoid cyst? When should I call my healthcare provider? Use in stem cell research The pituitary gland in the brain stimulates one of the ovaries to release an egg. The wall of the ovarian follicle ruptures at the surface of the ovary. Each ovary is about the size and shape of an almond. Eggs are released in monthly cycles during the childbearing years. Cysts that cause symptoms should, however, be removed surgically. This is because they develop during the development of an embryo. Differential diagnosis Cysts that cause symptoms and keep growing bigger require closer monitoring than cysts that don’t cause these effects. Keep track of any symptoms you’re experiencing so that you can tell your provider about them. Follow their advice on how often you should be scheduling appointments to monitor any concerning cysts. They rarely cause pain and often disappear on their own within 2 to 3 menstrual cyc...