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Ovarian Cancer (Expert Forum)
Adnexal mass/cyst
Answered by
Annekathryn Goodman, M.D. - Gynecologic Cancers, Complex Gynecologic, Surgeries, Palliative Care, Acupuncture
Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center
Boston - MA
Adnexal mass/cyst
by eastoaklane, Mar 19, 2007 12:00AM
I have a 7 centimeter adnexal mass--other words thrown around on MRI were hemorraghic cyst and adenoma granular ...I have a history of cysts and also popping or bleeding cysts that have gone away inthe past. Dr. wants to take this one out. I do not want to lost my ovaries. I am 51 with regular periods and no obvious signs of menopause. What are my options?
Doctor's Answer
by Annekathryn Goodman, M.D., Mar 19, 2007 12:00AM
, Mar 19, 2007 12:00AM
Hi There, usually when a cyst is greater that 4 to 5 cm, it can cause trouble with pain, twisting, and there is a small risk that it is malignant. Your options are to watch it over time and if it continues to grow, reconsider your decision to preserve your ovary or to remove it now.
best wishes
best wishes
