Complex Cysts

[tayloka]

I am 51 years old.  Twenty years ago I had a hysterectomy but my ovaries were left in.  At my yearly physical this year I had a CA-125 test done and my numbers were slightly elevated, I believe it was only 40.  I have a family history of ovarian and breast cancer.  My doc had me go for some ultrasounds wherein they found I had a complex cyst on my left ovary and what they thought was a folicle on my right.  I was referred to an GYN Oncologist who suggested I have the ultrasounds done again in 6 weeks.  They have now found one complex cyst on my left ovary and two complex cysts on my right.  (All are larger than the first scan 6 weeks ago)  The radiologist said that without biopsy he could not rule out malignancy.  I have another appointment with my GYN Oncologist tomorrow, I'm I wrong to ask that my ovaries be removed at this point, I'm scared?

[JanJoy]

Not a doctor here and just diagnosed with a 2.5 x 1.3 septated midly complex cyst myself.  I think you are within reason to ask for them to be removed.  If they've changed then I'd say that you, as I, would be taking charge of your health.
My doctor said that if I decide to have  my ovaries removed it would be a laparoscopic procedure and would be done outpatient. He also said that most times these are benign but since I have a pretty significant family history of cancer, breast and ovary, that he would not have a problem doing the procedure.  I'm probably calling his office today to make the arrangements for after Christmas.  You are in my prayers as you make your decisions.

[jlock]

Since you are seeing anonc/gyn already and have a family history of ovca and brca I wouls be on the safe side and ask for removal.  I just would not risk it at this point. You are however in a good percentage as 95% of cysts are benign.  Good luck~~~Joanne