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Large cyst near bladder - is this an ovarian cyst?
Hi all. I've just got back from a full abdominal ultra sound scan. For the past year or so, I've needed to pee on a regular basis that seems more often that others, for example I can't hold for very long, and need to pee 1 or 2 times at night. I thought maybe I have a small bladder and so went for a scan to check.
To my complete surprise, a large cyst was found!! It measures about 14 x10 x 9 cm, she said the size of a grapefruit :( On the scan you could clearly see it pressing on my bladder, which was full as I had to drink for the scan. She was not certain what type of cyst it is, but it is blood filled but no blood flow.
I was really shocked because I never have any pain, I do a lot of exercise, and eat healthily. My periods are regular and not painful, and I never have tummy pains before/during or after my period. So I am unsure if this is an ovarian cyst or something else? And I'm really anxious that because of the size it is ovarian cancer, yet I have no associated symptoms (I have a large appetite, normal weight, not fatigued).
I have a referral to a specialist soon, but just wanted any feedback as I am so scared now to know there is something that large inside, yet causing no issues other than frequent peeing! I am also terrified it will affect my fertility (no kids yet but planning to with my hubby). I am unsure if it will need removing, and if so, how.
Please let me know if you have any info or advice!! Thanks so much!
To my complete surprise, a large cyst was found!! It measures about 14 x10 x 9 cm, she said the size of a grapefruit :( On the scan you could clearly see it pressing on my bladder, which was full as I had to drink for the scan. She was not certain what type of cyst it is, but it is blood filled but no blood flow.
I was really shocked because I never have any pain, I do a lot of exercise, and eat healthily. My periods are regular and not painful, and I never have tummy pains before/during or after my period. So I am unsure if this is an ovarian cyst or something else? And I'm really anxious that because of the size it is ovarian cancer, yet I have no associated symptoms (I have a large appetite, normal weight, not fatigued).
I have a referral to a specialist soon, but just wanted any feedback as I am so scared now to know there is something that large inside, yet causing no issues other than frequent peeing! I am also terrified it will affect my fertility (no kids yet but planning to with my hubby). I am unsure if it will need removing, and if so, how.
Please let me know if you have any info or advice!! Thanks so much!
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I am sorry you are dealing with this. The description "it is blood filled but no blood flow" would indicate that it is a hemorrhagic cyst which is just a collection of blood. Imaging is not an exact science so it cannot always tell the exact type of cyst so it could be something else.
The good thing is that almost all ovarian cysts are benign (non-cancerous) regardless of size. Since it is large and may not go away on its own, it may need to be removed to prevent ovarian torsion. However, be aware that the ovary is far too often removed when unnecessary. Removing just the cyst (cystectomy) and saving the ovary or enough of it to continue its lifelong functions (including optimal fertility) is far better. However, not all gyns have good cystectomy skills plus it is a more delicate, time-consuming surgery and may not pay any better (time is money to a surgeon).
Let us know what you find out from the specialist. Best of luck in getting health preserving treatment!
The good thing is that almost all ovarian cysts are benign (non-cancerous) regardless of size. Since it is large and may not go away on its own, it may need to be removed to prevent ovarian torsion. However, be aware that the ovary is far too often removed when unnecessary. Removing just the cyst (cystectomy) and saving the ovary or enough of it to continue its lifelong functions (including optimal fertility) is far better. However, not all gyns have good cystectomy skills plus it is a more delicate, time-consuming surgery and may not pay any better (time is money to a surgeon).
Let us know what you find out from the specialist. Best of luck in getting health preserving treatment!
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