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By mrspair | Oct 01, 2009

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Answered by Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.

Is surgery needed for a 6cm simple cyst?

I am 46 yrs old. I went to the ER this past weekend in BAD pain!! I found out I have a 6 cm simple cysts. I went to the Dr. today and he wants to see my back in 3 weeks after my cycle. He wants to see if it will decrease in size. He said if it has not, he will schedule a laproscopy to remove it. Has anyone had a 6 cm symple cyst to dissolve on its own? Just trying to find out what my odds are for having surgery.

Tags: Cyst, simple cysts, surgery needed

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Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.

Oct 11, 2009

Hi There
I agree with your doctor's recommendation. Most cysts resolve.However, as they get larger, resolution is less likely. I would say over 4 cm , there is a 50-50 chance of resolution
best wishes

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