ovarian cyst or ectopic pregnancy ?

[Curious900]

My 32 yr old wife has missed her period for close to a week now. She went for her ultrasound about 2 weeks ago  prior to her MP dates and the results show a 5cm object which could be an ovarian pregnancy or an ovarian cyst. The family doctor sent her for blood work (pregnancy test) and we are awaiting results. She is experiencing a lot of lower abdominal and pelvic pain and discomfort especially on her left ovary and feels so fatigued.

My question is what's the best procedure to follow if it turns out to be either an ovarian cyst or an ectopic pregnancy ?
We have been trying to have our third child for about 6 months now and our second child was by cesarean 5 yrs ago.

Thanks for all your advice, recommendations and help

[fungirl1011]

Hi, I'm sorry you and your wife are going through this.  The above poster is right, an ectopic pregnancy would need emergency surgery to keep the tube from rupturing.  Most cysts over 5 cm are usually removed by surgical means.  Push for your doctor to do something sooner rather than later.  Prayers coming your way.  Keep us posted!

[MarieMichele]

I really hope it turns out to be a simple cyst.  However, at 5 cm, even that is a candidate for surgical removal.  I am surprised the doctor could not confirm this one way or the other a bit faster than this.

An ectopic pregnancy will mean immediate surgery before a dangerous rupture occurs.