ultrasound report for ovarian cyst

[Foreigngirl]

Just received my ulstrasound report from yesterday:

The right ovary contains 1.9x2.3x1.8 cm cystic structure with septations. A hemorrhagic follicle or corpus luteum is favored.
Minimal simple free fluid is seen in the cul-de-sac which may be physiologic.


Diagnosis: Probabe complex follicular cyst or corpus luteum in the right ovary.

I am confused - I thought that follicular cysts are always simple. Also is the fact that I have some minimal fluid present indicative of potential much more significant problems?

I missed my period back in March due to extreme stress. Could the cyst be developed due to missed period?

Thank you very much for your answers!

[TrudieC]

It is possible the cyst caused the missed period.  The fluid could be due to a previous cyst bursting.  Most cysts do start out as follicular cysts but they don't know why they don't resolve or or develop septations.  Wish I had more answers for you.  What is the plan?  

[Foreigngirl]

Thank you very much for your answer. The plan is to repeat an unltrasound in 6 weeks. My doctor does not seem to be concerned and said that if i would go on the street and pull random 10 women of childbearing age 8 of them would have cysts on their ovaries....

I also read on internet that simple cysts can have some thin septations.
They said that the fluid is very minimal and is most likely physiological

Does it sound like a good plan to you? My issue now is how to take my mind off this issue for the next 6 weeks....

Foreign girl

[TrudieC]

That is the normal plan for most cysts and I am glad he is only waiting 6 weeks.  Some doctors will wait months and I feel that is inappropriate.  Pay attention to your body.  If you have an increase in pain get back to the doctor.  Good luck as you playa the waiting game.