Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Key Takeaways Do not try to pop or drain a cyst on your own.Cysts aren't ...

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.

Cysts are small sacs filled with fluid, air or skin cells that can pop up just about anywhere.

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 ...