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Teratoma(s)?
Has anyone ever had a teratoma?
My NP knew almost nothing about them and I had done all of my own research. I drove myself crazy thinking of all the negative possibilities and possible aftermath I would have to live with. I feel greatful to have been referred to a compassionate and caring gynecologist who could only promise he would do his best to help ensure I maintain my fertility.
There is a teratoma in each of my ovaries, they are both fairly large, and my ability to conceive children is a huge concern to me right now, as is the fact that they could be malignant (I am only 22). My gynecologist also warned me of the fact that they're so big, they could break during a simple exercise, like my running or dance.
I have been advised by a small number of family and friends (the small number who know) to seek a second opinion, however I'm very worried that the longer I wait, the more risk I could be causing myself. Also, because of how large they are, I want to trust this gynecologist I have met that he will do his best to help me keep as much of my ovarie(s) as possible. It will be tricky for any surgeon I'm sure, so I am doubting a second opinion will do any good. My surgery is scheduled for 2 weeks from now.
If anyone has any experience or words to share, I would greatly appreciate it.
My NP knew almost nothing about them and I had done all of my own research. I drove myself crazy thinking of all the negative possibilities and possible aftermath I would have to live with. I feel greatful to have been referred to a compassionate and caring gynecologist who could only promise he would do his best to help ensure I maintain my fertility.
There is a teratoma in each of my ovaries, they are both fairly large, and my ability to conceive children is a huge concern to me right now, as is the fact that they could be malignant (I am only 22). My gynecologist also warned me of the fact that they're so big, they could break during a simple exercise, like my running or dance.
I have been advised by a small number of family and friends (the small number who know) to seek a second opinion, however I'm very worried that the longer I wait, the more risk I could be causing myself. Also, because of how large they are, I want to trust this gynecologist I have met that he will do his best to help me keep as much of my ovarie(s) as possible. It will be tricky for any surgeon I'm sure, so I am doubting a second opinion will do any good. My surgery is scheduled for 2 weeks from now.
If anyone has any experience or words to share, I would greatly appreciate it.
I thought it was outside of the ovary as well, in fact everything I've been reading online has said it is outside of the ovary attached to it. However, my gyno said that they are inside of the ovary. Leave it to me to not only get them inside, as opposed to attached to, and to get 2 at the same time, as opposed to 1 after the other.
Thanks a lot for your response. :-)
Thanks a lot for your response. :-)
I had a 13cm teratoma removed a year ago. They had tried to drain it vaginally twice, which worked for a bit and the filled back up. I had to have a laparotomy due to the size. I am in my childbearing years and I wanted them to save my ovary. They did, and they said the surgery was textbook. A teratoma, I believe, is on the outside of the ovary itself, so hopefully easier to save your ovary. I did fine with the surgery and all is well. I wish you all the best.
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