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Could it be ovarian cancer?
Hi there.
I am 19 years old and having symptoms that I'm not getting answers for.
In February I went to the doctor because of pain I was having in my legs. I first thought it's my calf muscles or achilles tendon, but the top of my foot hurt too when I ran/jogged. It was (and still is) difficult to describe the pain. It now feels like the pain radiates from my thighs all the way down to my feet. When I'm sitting it's ok, but it's bad when I walk up stairs, uphill, run or walk for a long time. The doctor couldn't fnd anything wrong even after some blood tests and it wasn't a lack in magnesium either. So, he said I should wait and see what happens. A few weeks later I went back. I had still had the leg pain, but back pain, extreme tiredness, shortness of breath and urinary frequncy as well. My abdomen is bloated and I have abdominal pain, but only when I press on it. I have gained weight over the last year, espicially in the abdominal area. I first thought it's normal weight gain, because as a 1st year student I was maybe not eating as healthily as I used to during school. But now, I eat healthy and do regular exercise. I have always been very sporty, so it is strange for me to be out of breath so quickly and not to be able to exercise the way I used to. The doctor checked for hypothyroidism and I had an ultrasound done of the abdominal area (not ovaries). After no answers at the doctor, I googled my symptoms and the same thing came up every time: ovarian cancer. I was shocked when I read that! I know I'm still very young and it's probably not ovarian cancer, but I don't know what else it could be and I'm starting to worry. Also, I'm turing 20 this year and still don't have a regualr period. I had it for the first time in January after 3 months, then a month later in February and not again since then. I had it checked up last year and no problems were found. I know something is wrong with my body, but have no idea what. The problem is, I'm currently working as an aupair in Germany and don't have the best insurance. Should I see a gynaecologist to check for ovarian cancer, or am I over-reacting? I kinda mentioned my worries at the last doctor's appointment, but he didn't say much to it and probably thought I'm talking rubbish. I haven't spoken to anyone else about my worries, because firstly I don't want my family at home to worry about me and secondly I can't really believe myself it's cancer and it sounds silly when I say it. But, the pain is bothering me and I don't feel healthy. I don't want to wait until October when I get home to only then have it checked out.
So, someone please tell me, could it be ovarian cancer? I can't stop thinking about it and I'm very scared.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and I look forward to getting answers.
Keep well!
I am 19 years old and having symptoms that I'm not getting answers for.
In February I went to the doctor because of pain I was having in my legs. I first thought it's my calf muscles or achilles tendon, but the top of my foot hurt too when I ran/jogged. It was (and still is) difficult to describe the pain. It now feels like the pain radiates from my thighs all the way down to my feet. When I'm sitting it's ok, but it's bad when I walk up stairs, uphill, run or walk for a long time. The doctor couldn't fnd anything wrong even after some blood tests and it wasn't a lack in magnesium either. So, he said I should wait and see what happens. A few weeks later I went back. I had still had the leg pain, but back pain, extreme tiredness, shortness of breath and urinary frequncy as well. My abdomen is bloated and I have abdominal pain, but only when I press on it. I have gained weight over the last year, espicially in the abdominal area. I first thought it's normal weight gain, because as a 1st year student I was maybe not eating as healthily as I used to during school. But now, I eat healthy and do regular exercise. I have always been very sporty, so it is strange for me to be out of breath so quickly and not to be able to exercise the way I used to. The doctor checked for hypothyroidism and I had an ultrasound done of the abdominal area (not ovaries). After no answers at the doctor, I googled my symptoms and the same thing came up every time: ovarian cancer. I was shocked when I read that! I know I'm still very young and it's probably not ovarian cancer, but I don't know what else it could be and I'm starting to worry. Also, I'm turing 20 this year and still don't have a regualr period. I had it for the first time in January after 3 months, then a month later in February and not again since then. I had it checked up last year and no problems were found. I know something is wrong with my body, but have no idea what. The problem is, I'm currently working as an aupair in Germany and don't have the best insurance. Should I see a gynaecologist to check for ovarian cancer, or am I over-reacting? I kinda mentioned my worries at the last doctor's appointment, but he didn't say much to it and probably thought I'm talking rubbish. I haven't spoken to anyone else about my worries, because firstly I don't want my family at home to worry about me and secondly I can't really believe myself it's cancer and it sounds silly when I say it. But, the pain is bothering me and I don't feel healthy. I don't want to wait until October when I get home to only then have it checked out.
So, someone please tell me, could it be ovarian cancer? I can't stop thinking about it and I'm very scared.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and I look forward to getting answers.
Keep well!
Thanks a lot for the replies and all the advice. Really appreciate it.
I'll make an appointment with a gynecologist and have my symptoms checked out.
You're right. Rather safe than sorry!
I'll make an appointment with a gynecologist and have my symptoms checked out.
You're right. Rather safe than sorry!
Hi,
Yes it sounds as if it is your ovaries. In Germany Dr's training is very specialised, so if you book into a gynaecologist you will get much better answers, You might even get to see a female Gynaecologist. Press your point by having your questions ready and symptoms written down so you don't miss anything out. Dr's in Germany are into natural therapies, so you may have to ask for a western medicine approach especially as you are only 20.
Ask for a CA125 test and a CT scan. This will show any cyst or tumour shapes in your abdomen to reassure you. With no health insurance, being overseas you may have to pay for the CT. Or claim on your travel holiday insurance if you can. In Australia the cost of a CT is around $480.
To help reduce bloating, try combining your foods. Eg don't mix meat with carbohydrates, eat fruit a couple of hours before other food not after. Try to reduce things with white flour in them. This all helps reduce the fermentation of foods in the bowel and reduces gas production and enables the digestive system to do a better job. Sometimes after having antibiotics the internal good bacteria need to be replaced by taking a course of probiotics, so your food is better digested and assimilated.
Finally ask your female employer if she can reccomend a Gynaecologist.
Hope this helps. See a Gynaecologist at the very least. Good luck. Sue.
Yes it sounds as if it is your ovaries. In Germany Dr's training is very specialised, so if you book into a gynaecologist you will get much better answers, You might even get to see a female Gynaecologist. Press your point by having your questions ready and symptoms written down so you don't miss anything out. Dr's in Germany are into natural therapies, so you may have to ask for a western medicine approach especially as you are only 20.
Ask for a CA125 test and a CT scan. This will show any cyst or tumour shapes in your abdomen to reassure you. With no health insurance, being overseas you may have to pay for the CT. Or claim on your travel holiday insurance if you can. In Australia the cost of a CT is around $480.
To help reduce bloating, try combining your foods. Eg don't mix meat with carbohydrates, eat fruit a couple of hours before other food not after. Try to reduce things with white flour in them. This all helps reduce the fermentation of foods in the bowel and reduces gas production and enables the digestive system to do a better job. Sometimes after having antibiotics the internal good bacteria need to be replaced by taking a course of probiotics, so your food is better digested and assimilated.
Finally ask your female employer if she can reccomend a Gynaecologist.
Hope this helps. See a Gynaecologist at the very least. Good luck. Sue.
I would go see a GYN dr and ask for a PELVIC US to start with if i were u. I think there are several qs need to be answered.
1: what cause all these symptoms? Most likely is by ovarian cyst which is benign.
2: u need to get period going, maybe by pills if your ow n hormone is not working properly.
3: you also need to know final dx of OVCA is from biopsy, the chance you have OVCA is very very low.
It is your body, you are the only one knows there is something wrong which needs attention. Please go see a GYN. You rather be safe than sorry. Write down all the qs before you see your dr, be persistent to have all your qs answered before you leave dr's office.
Best
jun
1: what cause all these symptoms? Most likely is by ovarian cyst which is benign.
2: u need to get period going, maybe by pills if your ow n hormone is not working properly.
3: you also need to know final dx of OVCA is from biopsy, the chance you have OVCA is very very low.
It is your body, you are the only one knows there is something wrong which needs attention. Please go see a GYN. You rather be safe than sorry. Write down all the qs before you see your dr, be persistent to have all your qs answered before you leave dr's office.
Best
jun
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