Treatment For Ovarian Cysts

Ovarian cysts, which are often benign, may cause you pain, particularly on one side of your pelvis. Most cysts are functional during the reproductive years, meaning they come and go with ovulation. Some may be pathologic, and even malignant. Pelvic exam often detects these cysts, but they need to be confirmed by pelvic ultrasound. If malignancy is suspected, especially with a family history of ovarian cancer, a blood test called Ca-125 (or a new protein test, Ovacheck) is often ordered to help delineate the correct diagnosis.