Is a pelvic exam painful if I have an ovarian cyst?
BY DR. BROOKE WINNERWhether a pelvic exam is painful when you have an ovarian cyst can vary based on the type of cyst.
Here are some important points to consider:
Normal Cysts: Most ovarian cysts are normal and usually go away with ovulation. In such cases, a pelvic exam should not be particularly painful.
Painful Cysts: If you have an ovarian cyst that already causes pain, the exam may feel more uncomfortable.
Endometriosis: If you have endometriosis, especially with an endometrioma cyst, it can result in significant discomfort. This is especially true during a part of the pelvic exam known as the bimanual exam, where the doctor checks the size and shape of the uterus and ovaries.
In summary, the level of discomfort during a pelvic exam with an ovarian cyst really depends on the type of cyst and whether it’s causing pain.
Do you prefer to watch it?
Watch Dr. Brooke Winner, minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon in Seattle, explain what to expect from a pelvic exam if you have an ovarian cyst.
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