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Ovarian Cancer (Expert Forum)

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Annekathryn Goodman, M.D. - Gynecologic Cancers, Complex Gynecologic, Surgeries, Palliative Care, Acupuncture

Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center Boston - MA

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by Foreigngirl, Jul 06, 2009 01:11PM

Dear Dr. Goodman

Thank you very much for your answer to my question that I posted on June 30th. All the information on internet that I read said that only simple cysts can be functional cysts. Is functional cyst different from a cyst of ovulation? Since my has thin septations can is still be functional even being complex? Also do you think it's safe waiting for 3 months for another ultrasound? What are the chance of it being something bad? I am 41 years old and getting my periods monthly.

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by Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.

, Jul 21, 2009 09:09PM

HI there
functional cyst means a cyst of ovulation. It has a function.
They are usually complex
best wishes

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