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Dermoid cyst

2022-12-01 19:45:45
My 16 yr old cousin has dermoid cyst in her left ovary measuring around 3.5cm * 3.5cm. Will it need surgery? Is there any other alternative other than surgery?
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Yes only surgery

Answered2022-12-02 05:25:08

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Surgery needs to be done .

Answered2022-12-02 02:12:42

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Less than 5 cm size does not warrant surgery There is though no other treatment fr a dermoid

Answered2022-12-02 01:29:20

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Dermoid is prone for torsion so removal is better
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Get evaluated at hospital

Answered2022-12-02 06:59:51

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No alternative to surgery.

Answered2022-12-02 01:37:38

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Surgery is needed

Answered2022-12-01 22:18:35

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