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sertoli cell tumor

a month ago i went to the emergency room with severe abdominal pains. after a few ultrasounds, it was determined i had a cyst in my left ovary. i was recommended to a specialist who did his own ultrasounds and informed me that i had a massive cyst in my ovary that needed to come out. well, i had surgery, had my left ovary removed. after numerous followup visits, no one could give me the results. finally 3 weeks later, and after consulting many different pathologists, they have informed me that i had a Sertoli cell tumor. i am being referred to a gyne-oncologist next. What is this tumor exactly? i don't know what to do.
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I have just been diagnosised with Sertoli Cell tumor of the right ovary. I am scheduled to have it removed next month along with my omentum. I have not been able to find any real information on this disease. If anyone knows of some site that I can gain more information.
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I am sorry you are going through this, but you might want to do some research and how about talking to your doctor--always a good first step.

You ask, "What is this tumor exactly?"  Below is a definition from this website and there are many, many more if you just GOOGLE sertoli cell tumor:

http://www.thedoctorsdoctor.com/Diseases/ovary_sertolileydig.htm

This is a very rare ovarian tumor which has classically been grouped in the sex cord-stromal cell tumors. These tumors are known for producing various hormones and about 1/3 of cases may present with virilization. In other patients, oligomenorrhea followed by amenorrhea may occur. Progressive masculinization and hirsuitism may also occur. However, 50% of these patients may have no endocrine symptomatology and instead have abdominal pain or swelling. Removal of the tumor results in a nomral menses in about 4 weeks.

You also say, "I don't know what to do."  Again, this is easy...Talk to Your Doctor.  We can offer support, but we are not doctors, and I hope no one is ever taking our advice as medical personnel.  Good luck and I wish only the best for you.  Paula

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