Can ovarian cysts affect pregnancy?

Whether ovarian cysts affect pregnancy depends on the nature, size, and severity of the cysts. 1. **Nature and Size**: Functional cysts can disappear on their own and have minimal impact on pregnancy. Non-functional cysts, such as ovarian chocolate cysts (endometriomas), may affect ovarian function, leading to ovulation disorders and thus impacting pregnancy. Small cysts generally have minimal influence on pregnancy; larger cysts may compress the fallopian tubes or affect the endometrium, leading to infertility or miscarriage. 2. **Severity of Condition**: Patients with mild symptoms and small cysts usually experience no impact on fertility. However, those with severe symptoms and large cysts may encounter infertility or complications during pregnancy. 3. **Treatment Recommendations**: Choose appropriate treatment methods such as medication, physical therapy, or surgery based on the doctor's advice.