Recovery from Cyst and Ovary removal

I'm post menaposal and been diagnosed with a 4 cm cyst on my left ovary.  It has been suggested that when the cyst is removed, that the doctor also remove both ovaries.  Is it really a good idea to have the ovaries removed or am I being overly cautious.  Secondly, since this is an office procedure - how long should I expet to be away from the office (I have a sedentary desk job)?  
Thank you

[rmarie]

[rmarie]

The decision to remove both ovaries is yours.  It depends upon what you want and a good discussion with your doctor also what type of cyst and do you have a family history of cancer.  This is not an office procedure, it is done in a hospital or at the most a 1 day surgical unit,  Usually removed by laprascopic surgery, I don't know the recovery time I've read 2 to 4 weeks.  You would do well having a good talk with your Dr. before you sign for any surgery so you have a clear understanding of what your cyst is, and what he/she recommends you have done and why.  You also need to know how they are doing the surgery and the recovery time. Good luck

[Yram57]

The surgery scheduling nurse called last friday and after confering with the Doctor, told me to expect to be be out of work for about a week. Since I sit at a desk in an office, there's a good chance I can return to the office with limited activity.  The doctor ran a second ultra sound last Friday to confirm that the cyst is still there (it is).  I'm waiting to hear the results from the blood test.  Surgery is scheduled for the 22nd.
Thanks for the information.

[Curls]

If there is any chance this is a cancerous cyst then it's important to consult with a gyno-oncol and have them do the surgery or have them on call for it.  Longer term survival rates are much better if they, with their increased skill, do the intitial removal.  Unless it's a simple cyst (fluid filled), all the others run some very small but important to consider risk.  99% of cysts are benign, but ask your doctor if there is risk here, and if he will have the gyno-oncol on call for you, and be doing a biospy during to check for cancer.  Again, the risk is small, but it's very important to plan properly for it.

[mhelen59]

I had one ovary and a 6cm cyst removed by laparascopy and returned to work in 2 weeks.  I too have a desk job and probably could have gone back in a week if I'd had to, though I was glad to have the 2 weeks to rest.  Good luck with your surgery.

[Yram57]

My doctor requested a blood test for T125 - which should give some indication of whether or not it is cancerous.  In any case, I'll be sure to ask at the pre-op visit about having a biopsy performed.  

[kellye3]

i had my right ovary and tube removed last may and i have been trying to concieve (conceive) since then and nothin please help!!!!!

i am a healthy 26 year old already have a son of 7

[Yram57]

My daughter had an ovary and tube removed several years ago.  She concieved through invitro--and my grandaughter turns 1 in 2 weeks.  It might be best to visit a fertility doctor to explore other such possibilities.  Good luck.

[Yram57]

Thanks for weighing in on the time elements - what you say makes sense.  I've submitted for 1 week and will probably extend 2 or 3 more days (just in case).  If things go well I can return to work at the end of the 1st week.

[momofthree151]

Hi My daughter is eight years old, and has a dermoid cyst 12cm. They are going to remove her right ovary and tube as well. I have seen three speacialists and they all recommend the same thing.
I am just wondering if anyone can tell me how long it would take for her
to recover and what to expect during recovery.
thanks