Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can form in or on your ovaries. Some cyst types can become large in size and may require surgery. Most ovarian cysts are benign (noncancerous). They ...

Miley Cyrus recently revealed she endured an ovarian cyst rupture during a New Year's Eve party she hosted. The ...

What to Expect After an Ovarian Cyst Ruptures It’s common for a simple, fluid-filled cyst to rupture or burst due to its increasing size. However, a rupture usually doesn't need to be treated because ...

Hemorrhagic ovarian cysts can vary in size. Experts consider a cyst more than 5 centimeters (cm) in diameter to be large. In the same 2016 study, the mean cyst size was 4.8 cm. Hemorrhagic ovarian ...

Most ovarian cysts are harmless, symptomless, and go away without treatment. However, they can cause pain if they rupture, twist, or grow to a large size. Ovarian cysts occur in or on the ovaries ...

Ovarian cysts in postmenopausal individuals require attention as the risk of cancer is higher. Blood tests, ultrasound, age of the patient and size of the cyst are factored into management decisions.