ovarian mass

[mary440]

I am 36 years old.  I have been having pressure in my lower abdominal area/pelvis for nearly a year.  At my annual exam, the doctor thought it was just a UTI.  Pain only persisted, severe lower back pain.  I went to my OBGYN, and she said that my uterus felt very tender.  She sent me for an ultrasound.  The ultrasound showed a solid mass in my ovary, and something on my uterus.  My Dr. sent me for a blood test, which was normal (for cancer).  My periods are normal.  Help.. I'm terrified, I am a single mother of a two year`old.I've been sick for almost a year... just not feeling well.

[Casey06]

First of all, most often the mass is a benign cyst that can cause symptoms, but you do want to have follow-up to see what it is. Especially if you have not been feeling well for this long.

What did the doctor offer for follow-up or say it could possibly be?

Ask for a copy of the ultrasound report, to keep in your personal records.

Try not to think the worst (because something serious like cancer is rare), but be diligent in getting an answer for the mass and symptoms.

Let us know how you make out.