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I am waiting to move across the country in early June - two weeks to go.  I am 51 but don't know if I still ovulate because I had a hysterectomy when I was 25.  I found out in April have a 10 cm complex cyst that needs attention but I have opted to wait until we move to schedule an operation.  My cancer blood test was normal, my gynecologist assured me there is no risk in waiting, and I am well armed with knowledge of when I need to seek emergency medical attention (thanks to a link from this site to the www.mayoclinic).  I am worrying that my belly is getting larger each week and am feeling worried about the size this complex cyst will be by the time I see a doctor in my new town.  I have lots of bloating, gas, and pressure in my abdomen area from time to time.  Other times my abdomen feels completely normal.  I feel generally heathly and have energy to do the things I need to do but still feel like I am in shock about having a cyst and needing an operation.  I am confident the cyst will be benign as I have learned from this site 99% of cysts are.  I appreciate reading all the supportive comments and am pleased to be among those who frequent this site.  Blessings to all.

Thuney · Answer

How are you doing?

gramma jen · Answer

I don't have a doctor yet.  My sister has a family doctor who will see me initially and refer me to a gynecologist.  I agree with your suggestion to have an oncologist as well for the operation. The gynecologist I have seen is a standard gyn and not gyn/onc but I am going to trust his opinion for now.  Only two weeks until we move and we plan to enjoy a driving holiday across the country.  To respond to some comments about abdominal pain, I found what I eat has an effect on abdominal discomfort.  I eat small amounts at meals and focus on fruits, vegetables and grains and stay away from too much meat.  It is amazing how a health issue/scare can provide motivation to improve my diet :)

MickeyVicki · Answer

Kasie has a good idea: if you do not already have a new doc in your new town, then start looking and getting those records ready.  

Is the doctor you've seen a gyn/oncologist, or a "standard" gyn?  If you are seeing a gyn/oncologist and he or she believes that there is no risk in waiting, then let  that fact ease your mind.  These specialists are experienced in detecting cancers, and I know that if a specialist believes there is a chance of cancer, then you'd have been advised to have surgery asap. 

And, when you get where you are going, find a gyn/oncologist to perform your surgery. We only get one chance to do things right that first time.

fungirl · Answer

gramma jen, 
 Has your doctor been able to refer you to a gyn. in your new town?  Some cysts grow slowly, and some grow quickly.  The symptoms you are experiencing just go with having cysts.  I pray that you have a safe journey to your new town.  Keep us posted on how things are going.  Kasie

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