Doctors can drain a ganglion cyst with a needle and syringe. They can also surgically remove the cyst. Although surgery lowers the chance that the cyst will return, it can cause lasting pain and ...

Surgical removal of an ovarian cyst may be necessary if a cyst is large, grows, or appears unusual in ultrasounds. Depending on the size and location, your surgeon may remove the cyst or an ovary.

Many ovarian cysts may not affect your chances of getting pregnant, but cyst-related conditions like endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may affect your fertility. Share on Pinterest ...