Tperk... I'm sorry you're going through this at the same time that you're trying to start a family :( I was just diagnosed with a borderline serous tumor on left ovary and another one near the right ovary, so I've spent the last few days reading everything I can get my hands on with regards to these types of tumors. It seems that these tend to be very slow growing with good prognosis and often times surgery is limited to preserve fertility in women still wanting children. I'd say get a second opinion before having your uterus removed. I don't see why it couldn't stay in there another couple years with this type of tumor, but obviously I'm not an expert. I do know that the micropapillary borderline tumors are worse and a bit more aggressive... did you have any implants of it anywhere or were there just cells in the washings? Best of luck to you.
I agree it would be best if Dr. Goodman could answer this. But, I understand how it seems impossible to get a question posted on that forum. I am really sorry to hear of your recurrence of the borderline tumor. My two cents, and it is only my opininon, is that I would have it all removed and go with your gyn/oncs recommendation. The fact that you were a 1c means you had cancer cells in the washings and with the recurrence of the tumor it seems like a high risk situation for your health. I understand this is a really hard personal decision and I hope someone comes along to answer with more info. or experience in this area. You could always go for a second opinion by another gyn/onc. Best wishes.
Shelly
Why don't you post this to the doctor in the expert forum? She could probably give you a better answer than any of us.