ovarian cyst

[texaswitch]

I am 54 yrs old female, going thru menpause and have a 3.9 cm cyst on right ovary which is enlarged, that was found with a sonagram. I am concerned because my mother died from ovarian cancer. I have a dr. appt on Aug 7th. just dont know what type of questions to ask or what I need to be concerned about.

[texaswitch]

The doc is great, the only concern would be, the biopsy results. but I've learned to live with a lot of ups and downs, and with my husband by my side we will make it. My girls will be there also , to help with recovery. Talk at you later.

[grandmalinda0803]

What great news!  Sounds like a really caring doctor as well.  Do you have any particular concerns or worries about the surgery?  I would be happy to "TAP" on those issues for you..  The tapping thing is from www.eftuniverse.com  You may want to check it out while you are waiting for the forth to get here.  Take care.

[texaswitch]

Well went to doc and got a really good report. Yes we are having all the parts removed, but the Dr. said she was pretty sure it was not cancer. She also said just because my mother passsed fron ovarian cancer does not mean I will get it. We are trying for the fourth, but just hope hospital has a space open. I feel really releived that she is pretty sure it is not cancer. What you are saying is the same thing the Dr. said. Just really looking forward to feeling better. Have a wonderful day and keep in touch.

[grandmalinda0803]

So today is the next big day. Hope hubby is going with you for the appointment.  It just helps to have two sets of ears listening.  My situation is much the same as yours as I have not been without my hubby much since we met in 1962!  He has been a great support, doing chores and giving me back rubs, etc.  Your intuition of asking for forgiveness is right on.  Good for you!  Hope you have forgiven yourself for anything you may have said or done to lead your body to think you need this challenge now.  Remember you are not your mom.  The only thing that is genetic about diseases is the fact you may have certain genes.  That does not mean the switch has to be turned on for you. Good luck today.  Get ready to say "good-bye" to your lady parts. Thank them for their service and let them go.

[texaswitch]

i just replyed but forgot to send it to you sorry.

[texaswitch]

Thank you for your thoughts. Here is one for you. My husband just relized after 27 years that we really have never been apart, except on his job. We meet July 15, 1985 on a blind date and we have never been apart since. He is my strength and best friend. I lean on him a lot. I told him the other day to please forgive me for anything that I have said or done and anything I might do or say from now on and he just laughed at me. Hope you are doing ok, please keep in touch yourself to. its nice to have someone to talk to. Thank You again.

[grandmalinda0803]

Is there anything that you can think of that brings you joy, even for a minute?  a favorite song, tv show, movie, joke, dancing, singing.  If so, try to make an effort to put yourself there. Know your body is doing its very best to get you through this.  Sometimes it needs help and you are getting that, too. Reading online about ovarian cancer can make you scared literally to death, so read it as information and listen to what feels right for you.  Disregard the rest.  I practice some remote type energy therapies and I will "Tap" for you.  Glad you have your sister to listen. Cancer cannot live without sugar or with lots of oxygen, so practice deep breathing to increase oxygen and watch the sugar and carbs (basically anything white!). Maybe the extra weight is just your body getting your attention and trying to protect you? Change of perspective can change everything! This is not pollyanna, it is science. Keep in touch.

[texaswitch]

I am so sorry to here about your results. I am at home by myself a lot, my husband works nights and all I do is think about it all. I have a really good sister who listens to me ***** and cry. I just want to find out the results. I never feel good anymore, I'm tired all the time, sick to my stomach, and when I do eat I get sick. I have gained 5 lbs and don't know how. thank you so much for your conversation, I will keep in touch and you do the same. good luck

[grandmalinda0803]

Glad you have your next appointment scheduled.  From your first post, you mention being worried.  There is a lot of research going on about how stress or the stress hormone, cortisol in particular, adds to the issue of cancer. Your cells are replacing themselves all the time.  When there is elevated cortisol, progesterone which helps rebuild the surfaces of the ovary, is used instead to prepare for the "fight or flight" response.  Your body can either repair bad cells(cancer) or grow new healthy ones, not both at the same time.  Try to find a way to de-stres if only for a little while.  I know this isn't easy.  I was just diagnosed with ovarian cancer a week ago.  It is so empowering though to find out you can do something to help and don't have to sit by and just wait for the next pill or IV.  Take care.  If you are into complementary health, check out eftuniverse.com

[texaswitch]

I have my appt onTuesady, with the GYN special Dr. sure do hope we can find something out or just schedule surgery to have it all removed. I am getting really tired of not feeling good on any day.

[texaswitch]

I go see the Dr. on Tuesday. I have done had the CA-125 test done and it came back neg. I am hoping that it is a true test. I am still feeling sick all the time. I have got to where iI can't eat without getting sick, and constipated all the time. I just really don't feel good anytime.

[grandmalinda0803]

Glad you are seeing a gyn-oncology specialist.  apparently the only way to diagnose cancer for sure is by removing an examining the tissue.The ca-125 test might be helpful, but the test itself has a disclaimer to not use it for diagnosis.  Especially with family history, glad you are moving fast.  Since you are already going through menopause, removing all "lady parts" will likely be the recommendation.  All ovarian cancers are not the same, so specifics are crucial.  Then do the research and listen to your body.  Good luck to you.

[Fighterfran]

The blood test CA125 measures for ovarian cancer - range 0-30 is normal.  Also make sure you always get copies of your surgical report, pathologist report and blood tests and cat scans/pet scans or ultrasounds.  Hysterectomy takes about 2 weeks to recover minimum.  Chemo - if you do it - get a good doctors - the usual drugs to fight ovarian are carbosplatin and cisplatin - with other drugs too.  Ovarian cancer recurs often - so even if you do the 6 course treatment - you are not done - 3-6 month cat scans and blood tests to stay on top of it because ovarian is in the abdomen and can touch other organs.  Good luck with your surgery.

[texaswitch]

I went to my appt and the dr is sending me to a center of Gyn Oncology.The Drs are out of San Diego, but she is requesting all my female parts that are left to be removed. I am just waiting on insurance to ok , and the new Drs call me after they have seen my test results amd sch. and appt according.

[nyc lady]

Texas - how was your appointment?   What did the doctor say?  Glad that yo are being proactive.....cysts post menopausal could be considered worrisome.