Ovarian cyst confusion

Hi,
I am getting confused about my body lately. Recently I went 18 months without a period and then I started spotting one day. After being on steroids for a problem with my back. Went to see my gyno and he did a biopsy, ultrasound, CA125 blood test and a D&C. All of the test came back normal. We found out that I have an ovarian cyst on my right ovary and since then I have had another ultrasound.. He says this is not cancer and will removed it if it becomes painful.
This was all back in January. Since then I have had some pain and burning and then it stopped. Then my breast became very sore and I felt like I was going to have a period. I had some clear discharge as well. Today I started what I would call a very light spotting or period. Is this because the cyst is changing or is going away? I have another appt with my Gyno at the end of this month (March) for my annual pap test. I will be talking to him about it then. Should I be concerned. I don't undeerstand what is happening. I am 49 and will be 50 very soon. Please help with my concerns. This kind of stuff makes me crazy. Sometimes I feel like I wouold much rather be done with this stuff then to keep going through it..

[Annekathryn Goodman, M.D.]

Hi there
this may be all perimenopausal experiences.
It sounds like you are getting a very good evaluation
it is a tough time
I agree that cyst that persist and hurt should be removed. The chance of cancer is low
best wishes to you