cmpgirl

Hi Skimmy: I'm not sure, from your post, if you've been diagnosed with PCOS, or if this is an isolated thing. Having had PCOS for almost 20 years, I have constant, benign cysts on both ovaries at one time or another. The largest one I've had is about 6.5 cm. According to my OB/GYN, he doesn't usually even consider surgery under 10 cm. He will have me come in every 6 weeks or so, when I get a larger one. They'll do an ultrasound and watch it for growth or shrinkage. Mine have always shrunk on their own over time and I've only had minimal pain/discomfort with them. (Thank God) Cysts sometimes occur because of even mild hormoneal imbalances and my doc said they are almost always benign. I would say that if your discomfort/pain gets worse or if you begin bleeding off cycle, then you should call the office and let them know, but for now, it sounds like your doc knows what he/she is doing. Hope this helps. cmpgirl