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COMPLEX OVARIAN CYST

After having a pelvic ultrasound, my DR. told me that I have a 2cm complex ovarian cyst on my right ovary. He said that 98% of the time they go away on their own. I am having another ultrasound in 1 month. I am a bit anxious and concerned about this. Has anyine had an experience with this?
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Hello! Luckily, 2 cm isn't that bad :) When I went in for my first ultrasound, mine was 6 cm. I had to go back a couple of months later and it had grown to nearly 8 cm and I had a surgery to remove it. I was terrified and nervous about it the whole time but I promise, it isn't as bad as it seems! Just stay positive for now until you know more.
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My daughter is 11yrs and have an 4.4 cm right ovarian cysts.. what should be done.. she went to the doctor's. But they still can't say what to do
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Toby - I replied to the discussion you started.
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Monday 27th of July i was told I have a complex mass that needs removing asap, but because they don't know what the mass is stuck too, they said the mass could be stuck to the bowel but they are not sure.  I have kidney problems as well as the mass caused my kidney on the right side to block, I have a a stent in at the moment and now I'm waiting for the operation which won't be until September / October time they said they might open me up and they might not be able to remove it.  Thy won't know if it's cancerous until thy open me up I'm so scared.
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Hi, its been comforting to read all the comments ladies, and I hope many of you are now recovered and moving forward. I am almost 48, and on return from holiday, felt bloated, 8lbs heavier, heartburn and more frequent periods. My GP did an examination, referred me for a US and did full blood work. Bloods came back CA-125 in normal range, but Iron Store (feritonin) depleted. Scan showed large,complex, ovarian cyst 16.5 cm x 10.5 cm, and am now waiting for emergency referral to GYN.  OMG - the waiting is the worst! Waddling around, and being limited in what I can do or lift! Night time is the worst - totally swells up and belly is tight as a drum! Gurgling stomach is somewhat entertaining!.Appointment due 1 week today - so we will see what comes nexst? Does anyone know if it's just gravity that makes it worse at night? And has anyone had any advice as to how to look after yourself while you wait? Thank you
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Hello I know your concern. Bout 7 months ago I had a sudden sharp pain and it hurt to pee. Went to emerg and had pelvic exam and found a mass on ovary. I have been monitered and latest is cyst has changed and I have to have it ovary and tube removed. Had a hysterectomy in 2012. So left ovary was left behind. I'm trying not to worry. Gynie said for us to go on vacation and have surgury when I come back. I'm 46. Do I need to worry
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Welcome to the community. I am sorry you are dealing with this. Even small ovarian cysts can be quite painful for some women. But yes, it is hard to know if it is the cyst or your colitis.

So you have a family history of ovarian cancer? Have you had the gene testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2? Any strong family history of colon cancer which could be an indication of Lynch Syndrome which also increases risk for ovarian cancer and some other cancers? If you do not have these genetic risks, then your lifetime risk for ovarian cancer should be very low, only 1.3%, in which case the cyst is likely to be benign (non-cancerous) and may resolve on its own.

Please keep us posted as you get more information. I hope it is nothing serious.
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Hi all
Looking for a bit of advice recently told ive a 3.5 complex cyst and told i would be referred to gone waiting on that appointment now but having a sharp pain in my lower left hand abdomen not sure if its caused by my colitis or cyst as the cyst and colitis were only diagnosed last week when I was admitted to hospital for severe vomiting rectal bleeding etc.strong family history of ovarian cervical womb cancer but the doctors don't even seem bothered by it.im a little scared.
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Thanks. I am taking probiotics.
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Glad to hear the ROMA test was negative. I hope the cyst shrinks. Best of luck getting rid of the infections. It would be a good idea to take probiotics since antibiotics destroy good bacteria along with the bad.
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She had heavy bleeding, often. The good news is my ROMA test came back negative. So now I just have to repeat the U.S. I hope the cyst has shrunk. I don't think I'll have the D&C, the dr. Hasn't mentioned it again. My main problem now is bacterial infections. I'm on antibiotics again.
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Did your mom possibly have endometriosis or some other pelvic pain condition? That seems to be the driving factor for hysterectomy for young women.
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No, my mother had a hysterectomy at 28 years of age.
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Ok I had heard about ROMA but do not know much about it. Do you have a family history of ovarian cancer?
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No it is not CA125 that I am speaking of,it's ROMA by Lab Corp or Ova-1 by Quest .
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You are probably referring to the CA125 blood test. It is not accurate at diagnosing ovarian cancer. Other conditions can cause an elevated result and there are also some false negatives. If you do not have a family history / predisposition for ovarian cancer your lifetime risk would be less than 2% (1.3% per U.S. government statistics).
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Have you heard about this blood test at Lab Corp that test for ovarian Cancer?
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Unfortunately, profitability dictates treatment far more than most people realize. It seems especially prevalent in the surgical specialties which includes gynecology. My gynecologist, whom I had trusted for 20 years, removed my uterus and ovaries for a benign ovarian cyst. Hysterectomy and oophorectomy are two of the top overused surgeries with only 2% done for a cancer diagnosis. And to make matters worse, these surgeries are shown to do more harm than good but no one seems to care. Health care would be much more affordable for all if they cut out the waste / over-treatment.
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I don't know why he wants the D&C I figured it was because of the bleeding. I guess maybe he makes more money on a D&C. I hate to think like that but sometimes I wonder. Maybe it is because of all the infections?
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Welcome to the community. Since the ovarian cyst is a simple cyst, it will probably resolve on its own. Is your doctor planning to monitor it with periodic ultrasounds?

As far as the post-menopausal bleeding, that is much more common than most women realize. Oftentimes, it is not indicative of anything serious and can be chalked up to sporadic ovarian activity since the ovaries never completely shut down in women with all their parts. It is possible that the vaginal estrogen you were using caused your uterine lining to build up triggering the bleeding. Is there some reason your doctor is suggesting a D&C instead of the less invasive (in office) endometrial biopsy?
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Hi,
I am a 51 year old. Back in late Jan. of this year I thought I had a yeast infection. I used some OTC antifungal creams. It didn't seem to work so I waited a couple days and used again. The next week in Feb.2, I went to GYN
She did a pH test, said the infection was bacteria not yeast, she gave me flagyl. I truly believe I have not been infection free since then. I was put on HRT for what they said was atropic vaginitis. I had diarrhea, was very gassy.a ct scan was done. It didn't show a ovarian cyst,this was in April. It hurt to sit or walk, my only relief was to lying or standing. Now an ultrasound showed a 5.6cm cyst on my lt. Ovary. They say it's a simple cyst. I changed GYN dr. In May, I didn't feel the other dr. Cared and they were doing nothing to help. In the first place I was told atropic vaginitis was my problem for all this pain with walking and sitting. Since I could not take HRT, I tried 3. The pills, vagifem, and Premarin cream, I ended up in the ER with a blood pressure of 160/100. I had never had any BP problems before. I thought I was having a heart attack. So it was decided that I couldn't take HRT. So my new doctor that I saw in May does the Mona Lisa touch procedure, it uses lasers in the vagina to treat the atropic vaginitis. I only had this done once. He did a pH test on me,before the procedure but didn't do a culture and senativate test for infection. A couple weeks after I was dx with a yeast infection treated for that then dx with a bacteria infection, then another. I just started feminine probiotics, I think they are helping. Anyway my dr. Want to do another ultrasound in 6weeks. But he also wants to do a D&C because I started bleeding, it lasted 5days, but i haven't had my period in 2 years, so this is abnormal. I'm afraid to get the D&C until after I test negative for anymore infections. I hope this cyst doesn't burst first. Has anyone else had all these problems?
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Most ovarian cysts, even complex ones, are benign. Complex cysts sometimes go away on their own so monitoring via periodic ultrasounds MAY be an option. If you do not have a family history of ovarian cancerI, then your lifetime risk is less than 2%.

I understand the fear of surgery. I had the same fear when I developed a grapefruit sized (ended up being 9.5cm) cyst at age 49. But unfortunately, I was over-treated and harmed more than helped. My gynecologist should have removed just the cyst but instead he removed all my female organs (uterus, both ovaries, and tubes). I am still shocked how often this occurs especially in light of ALL the medical literature showing the LIFELONG non-reproductive functions of the uterus and ovaries. These organs work together a woman's whole life with the ovaries producing hormones into her 80's for optimal health and well-being.

These lifelong functions quickly became apparent to me as I aged horrifically fast overnight. My beautiful intact figure has also been destroyed even though I am still slightly underweight.

Please do your research and advocate for what is best for your health in light of the fact that only about 2% of hysterectomies and oophorectomies are done for a cancer diagnosis.  

Keep us posted on what you find out. We are here for you to ask questions and lend an ear.
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I was just diagnosed with a 6cm complex cyst.  My doctor has referred me to a specialist and I have a consultation coming up. For the past two months I have had back to back periods within 10-14 days between and just before one of those I had sore breasts and I thought it seemed strange.  My husband had a vasectomy about 8 years ago so I know there is absolutely no chance of pregnancy. I'm physically active and I work out a lot and my weight gain just seemed not the usual weight gain most people gain over the winter. I still stay very active even over the long winter months. I've never had any type of surgery and I had a text book pregnancy with our daughter so I am terrified!
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I have a cyst on my left ovary. It's only 3 cm but I am only 93 lbs. My doc said my small size is whats causing me to have so much pain. A am sweating with the chills, hurts to bend over. My hysterectomy is scheduled for 15 days away. I called my dr office for a prescription and they said if they don't call back then they are not caliing it in. If they don't call, can I go to er? I wanna make sure nothing is wrong. I would appreciate the advice. I can barely move and I have two kids. I just don't wanna look like a baby when I walk into the er







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Hi all, I had hysterectomy over 6 years ago and continued to grow cysts, mainly on my left ovary. After the last one had grown to 13.5 by 7 by 5 cm, and had bowel wrapped round that and the cyst I decided to have them removed. On the Ct, ultrasound and MRI scans my right overy couldn't be located. During surgery it was located with 2 large cysts on it.
My surgery was open, not lap, and took over 2 hrs, surgeon said my insides were all stuck together and I had excessive endermetriosis (sorry for spelling). Just less than 1 year later, 4 weeks ago I was admitted to hospital with suspected appendicitis, but ct scan found 3 new cysts. 2 are where my ovaries used to be and the 3rd is stuck to bladder and bowel. Each of them are around 6cms.
My surgeon told me last year that he was unable to remove a little piece of tissue on the right but not to worry, everything would be ok. Well, it's not. I am in chronic pain and after researching have come across ovarian remnant syndrome, which looks like I have at least 3 pieces of tissue left. There is no cure other than more surgery to remove this tissue. I am posting this for those of you waiting to have the ovaries removed, make sure the surgeon is sufficiently qualified to remove ever bit of ovarian tissue or you could find more problems in the future. Good luck everyone x
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Not sure if you have checked back to this. But I found out I may have endometriosis because of a lot of my symptoms and I also have stabbing pains, like you mentioned. My last post I said they think my left adnexal mass is a hemorrhagic cyst but because it hasn't gone away in over 3 years my gyno now thinks its possibly a dermoid. I'm looking into surgery.
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