Orchid 81, I am experiencing back, abdomen, and hip to knee pains, probably similar to what you are. My doctors have already ordered a pelvic ultrasound (external), an MRI, a CA-125, and a CT with contrast. The MRI was strictly to rule out nerve or disk problems and showed no evidence of either; however, the other tests have all come up negative for any masses and the CA-125 was 4. Most of the pains I am experiencing started to manifest themselves two months ago, but I the leg pains began well over a year. Last September, my doctor ordered x-rays to look for arthritis but found just the smallest amount.
I have an appointment in 27 hours with a gyn. oncologist because I am determined to find out what's going on. Good luck to you - I hope you will pursue this further if the MRI does not show anything. Isn't it crazy that finding out you have a bulging disc or degeneration would be good news?
No, it will not show any ovarian cysts. I have bulging discs and facet joint degeneration in my L-4. L-5 and S-1 joints. It is VERY common to have radiating pain to the hip and down to the knee. I wouldn't stress too much until after the MRI. I also have a history (personal) of BC and pre-cancerous colon polyps.
Hope everything turns out well! :)