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6.5 cm Endometrial Mass on Ovary

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Annekathryn Goodman, M.D. - Gynecologic Cancers, Complex Gynecologic, Surgeries, Palliative Care, Acupuncture

Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center Boston - MA

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6.5 cm Endometrial Mass on Ovary

by babblann, Mar 29, 2007 12:00AM

Tags: endometrial, ovary, ovarian, Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, cellular, cyst, diameter, Hope, pain, surgical, ultrasound

I had an Ultrasound 3 months ago and it was determined that I had a cyst on my left ovary. With my follow up ultrasound 6 weeks later they said that the cyst was no longer and that I had a 6.5 cm (diameter) endometrial mass on my left ovary. Does this make sense? Can the mass be eliminated with drug therapy or will surgery be likely. I have daily pain which prompted me to seek medical attention initially. I see the Gynocologist next week.

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by Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.

, Apr 01, 2007 12:00AM

Hi there,

My personal rule is that if a cyst is bigger than 4-5 cm, if it is changing, and/or if it is causing symptoms such as pain, my recommendation is for surgical removal.
best wishes

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by Claire12, Jun 10, 2008 06:32PM

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