Does a teratoma hurt?
Updated on May 26, 2025
00:00
00:00
Ovarian tumors can be of many types, including serous cystadenomas, mucinous cystadenomas, chocolate cysts, or teratomas. Most patients with teratomas have no obvious symptoms, especially when the teratoma is less than 5cm in size. Most are discovered incidentally during physical examinations and are often asymptomatic. However, teratomas measuring 5-6cm can easily undergo torsion within the abdominal cavity. Torsion may lead to acute abdominal pain, although typically, there are no symptoms of abdominal pain. Thus, annual physical examinations can help detect tumors on the ovaries or uterus.
Trending Health Topics

Get the latest health & wellness news daily right to your inbox.
By subscribing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.
