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Ovarian cyst removal Q&AsPublished by Bupa's health information team, November 2008. Answers to questions about ovarian cyst removalThis section contains answers to common questions about this topic. Questions have been suggested by health professionals, website feedback and requests via email. Can I get pregnant if I have an ovarian cyst?Yes, you can get pregnant if you have an ovarian cyst. ExplanationYou have two ovaries one on either side of your uterus (the womb), and their function is to develop eggs and produce female sex hormones. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs (pockets) that can occur inside or on the surface of the ovaries. The unaffected ovary will continue to function as normal and release an egg, possibly each month. This means you can get pregnant if you have unprotected sexual intercourse. Ovarian cysts can increase in size during pregnancy. So if you are pregnant and you have an ovarian cyst you will be closely monitored during your pregnancy. This means any problems will be picked up early and any treatment discussed with you accordingly. Your surgeon may advise you to have a caesarean section so that the cyst can be removed at the same time. Further information
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 Does the contraceptive pill increase your risk of having an ovarian cyst?No, the contraceptive pill does not increase your risk of having an ovarian cyst. ExplanationDuring each menstrual cycle an egg is released by the ovaries (the process is called ovulation). The most common type of ovarian cyst is called a functional cyst. It develops from ovarian tissue which changes in the normal process of ovulation. The contraceptive pill stops the ovaries from releasing an egg. This means the changes that usually occur in the ovarian tissue don't take place, so if you are taking the contraceptive pill, you are less likely to develop an ovarian cyst. Further information
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Does the Mirena coil increase your risk of having an ovarian cyst?AnswerYes, the progestogen-releasing intrauterine coil does increase your risk of having an ovarian cyst.
The Mirena coil is an effective contraceptive and can be placed in your womb for up to five years. It is a small T-shaped plastic frame that's fitted inside your womb. The stem of the 'T' has a small reservoir that contains a hormone called levonorgestrel. Levonorgestrel is similar to the natural progesterone hormone that's produced by your ovaries each month. Studies have shown that the intrauterine coil does increase your risk of having an ovarian cyst. Most cysts are relatively small and cause no symptoms, and they usually resolve without treatment. Further information
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Related topicsThis information was published by Bupa's health information team and is based on reputable sources of medical evidence. It has been peer reviewed by Mr Robin Crawford, MD, FRCS, FRCOG, Consultant Gynaecologist, and by Bupa doctors. The content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional. Publication date: November 2008
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