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emergency tel:(65) 6535 8833
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Ovarian cysts

An ovarian cyst is a collection of fluid in the ovary. It can be formed during ovulation and disappear after ovulation. This is normal in a menstrual cycle.

At the start of a menstrual cycle new follicles develop in the ovary. Each follicle contains fluid and a developing egg. If the egg is not released from the follicle the follicle becomes a follicular cyst.

After a follicle releases its egg, it becomes a corpus luteum. If pregnancy does not happen, the corpus luteum disappears. However, sometimes it doesn’t disappear and fluid collects inside it, resulting in a corpus luteum cyst.

Follicular cysts and corpus luteum cysts are functional cysts. Functional cysts are benign and often resolve after a few menstrual cycles.

Most ovarian cysts are benign.

Some ovarian cysts contain sebum, hair and even teeth. These are called dermoid cysts and are often benign.

Some ovarian cysts contain thick, old menstrual blood and appear as ‘chocolate cysts’. These are also known as endometriotic cysts or endometriomas and are benign.

Ovarian cysts can be unilateral meaning they occur in one ovary, or they can be bilateral, meaning they are present in both ovaries.

what our patients say

Dr Judy Wong has been detailed in her explanation. We are thankful to have her for our 1st newborn journey. Dr Judy is professional during her consultations and delivery of our newborn. Thank you!      -- Qinsi

OUR SERVICES

Pre-pregnancy counselling

Pregnancy care and delivery

First Trimester Pre-Eclampsia Screening

OSCAR

NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing)

3D Ultrasound Scans

Family planning / Contraception

Female cancer and health screening

Laparoscopy (key hole) surgery

Management of fibroids, ovarian cysts, polyps, endometriosis, vaginal infections

Infertility workup and treatment

Menstrual problems, Painful Periods

Menopause

PAP smear

HPV testing

CONTACT INFORMATION & LOCATION

Tel:(65) 6255 2823
Fax:(65) 6255 7073
WhatsApp:(65) 9230 7673
Emergency Tel:(65) 6535 8833
After Office Hours
Address:#04-08 Thomson Medical Centre
339 Thomson Road
Singapore 307677

Mon ~ Fri:9:00am ~ 5:00pm
Sat:

8:30am ~ 1:00pm

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OUR SERVICES

Pre-pregnancy counselling

Pregnancy care and delivery

First Trimester Pre-Eclampsia Screening

OSCAR

NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing)

3D Ultrasound Scans

Family planning / Contraception

Cervical cancer vaccination

Female cancer and health screening

Laparoscopy (key hole) surgery

Infertility workup and treatment

Menstrual problems, Painful Periods

Menopause

Management of fibroids, ovarian cysts, polyps, endometriosis, vaginal infections

PAP smear

HPV testing

OPENING HOURS

Mon ~ Fri
Sat
9:00am ~ 5:00pm
8:30am ~ 1:00pm

LOCATION

#04-08 Thomson Medical Centre
339 Thomson Road, Singapore 307677

Ovarian cysts

An ovarian cyst is a collection of fluid in the ovary. It can be formed during ovulation and disappear after ovulation. This is normal in a menstrual cycle.

At the start of a menstrual cycle new follicles develop in the ovary. Each follicle contains fluid and a developing egg. If the egg is not released from the follicle the follicle becomes a follicular cyst.

After a follicle releases its egg, it becomes a corpus luteum. If pregnancy does not happen, the corpus luteum disappears. However, sometimes it doesn’t disappear and fluid collects inside it, resulting in a corpus luteum cyst.

Follicular cysts and corpus luteum cysts are functional cysts. Functional cysts are benign and often resolve after a few menstrual cycles.

Most ovarian cysts are benign.

Some ovarian cysts contain sebum, hair and even teeth. These are called dermoid cysts and are often benign.

Some ovarian cysts contain thick, old menstrual blood and appear as ‘chocolate cysts’. These are also known as endometriotic cysts or endometriomas and are benign.

Ovarian cysts can be unilateral meaning they occur in one ovary, or they can be bilateral, meaning they are present in both ovaries.

Women with ovarian cysts often have no symptoms. If they do, they can experience pain in the lower abdomen, painful periods, bloatedness, distension in the abdomen, difficulty with passing of urine or motion. Sometimes they can experience weight loss, which is worrying.

An ultrasound scan will tell you whether you have an ovarian cyst. The features of the cyst on ultrasound will give us an idea of what type of cyst it is. Simple, fluid-filled cysts are generally benign. It is the complex cyst that is a cause for concern as it increases the possibility of a malignancy. Complex cysts tend to have a mixture of fluid and solid areas in the cyst. Complex cysts tend to be septated, with several internal compartments in the cyst. Sometimes a complex cyst can also show irregular margins on ultrasound.

Not all ovarian cysts require treatment though. Your age, symptoms, characteristics of the cyst and whether you plan to have a baby will determine which treatment is best for you.

Some cysts just need follow-up ultrasound scans. Some cysts need removal. We call this a ‘cystectomy’. Ovarian cysts which need surgical removal are often carried out via laparoscopic cystectomy (keyhole approach) rather than the conventional laparotomy (open approach).

Laparoscopy is a procedure where a small incision (cut) is first made at the belly button. A camera is then inserted through the incision to see the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. 2 further small incisions are made in the abdomen and surgical instruments inserted through them to do the surgery.

what our patients say

Dr Judy Wong has been detailed in her explanation. We are thankful to have her for our 1st newborn journey. Dr Judy is professional during her consultations and delivery of our newborn. Thank you!      -- Qinsi

CONTACT US

 
 
 
 

OPENING HOURS

Mon ~ Fri
Sat
9:00am ~ 5:00pm
8:30am ~ 1:00pm

LOCATION

#04-08 Thomson Medical Centre
339 Thomson Road, Singapore 307677

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