mass in ovary

[jjunsure]

i have been suffering with pelvic pain and irregular periods for around 5-6 mths, my doc sent me to have an ultrasound scan and it showed that my left ovary is a lot larger than my right and i have a solid spherical area within the ovary.could this just be a cyst? or something worse

[Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.]

Hi There,
The actual size of your ovary and the details of the ultrasound report are really important. Other important information includes:
your age
past history of cancer
past history of surgery
past history of infertility, endometriosis
family history of cancer.
If you are able to supply that information, I would be happy to comment on the ultrasound report
best wishes

[jjunsure]

the size of the ovary is 4.3+2.5+3.5 i have been sterilised, as far as i know there is no history of cancer in my family. There is free fluid in the pod and thickening of the endometrial.

[Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.]

Hi there,
You should ask your doctor about further evalaution which includes a D&C to evaluate the lining of your uterus and also a laparoscopy with biopsy or removal; of the cyst.
best wishes

[jjunsure]

i spoke to my doc and he sent me for another scan which said i have a 6mm endometrium present. a small amount of fluid seen along the posterior aspect of uterus and p.o.d the left ovary has a central echobright as mentioned previously questionable nature. numerous small follicular cysts seen in both ovaries. what do you think i should ask my doc when i see him i am unsure.

[Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.]

hi there
that is a very reassuring result
best wishes