ultrasound results

[Heidilo]

Hi all!  I am 37 years old and went to see my Primary Care Physician for a period that continued for 7 days beyond its normal 7 day cycle, accompanied with bloating, cramping, lower back pain, fatigue and general malaise.  My doc sent me for complete CBC, Estradiol, THS blood work (all normal) and a transvaginal ultrasound.  The radiology findings are "1. Slighly heterogeneous uterous but no focal of normality is identified.  2. Left ovarian hemorrhagic cyst.  Follow-up ultrasound after 2-3 cycles is recommended."  My doc just mentioned the "bloody type cyst" and the follow up ultrasound...nothing else.  Is there anything I can do about my symptoms?  Should I be concerned about the findings of the ultrasound beyond waiting a few months for a follow-up ultrasound?  Should I schedule an appointment with a gyn specialist sooner than that?

I appreciate any guidance beyond what my doc has provided.
Thanks,
Heidi

[Heidilo]

Thanks for the feedback.  The cyst is noted as 3.8 x 3.4 cm.  I am actually curious if anyone else also had the presence of a "slightly heterogeneous uterous" in ultrasound findings.

The complete description in the radiology report reads as follows:
"Uterus measures 6.8 x 3.8 x 4.9 cm. The uterus is slightly heterogeneous but no focal abnormalities are identified.  There is a small amount of fluid in the cervical region.  The endometrial echo complex measures 6.4 mm.

The right ovary measures 2.2 x 0.9 x 1.0 cm.
The left ovary measures 4.6 x 2.9 x 3.8 cm.
Within the left ovary there is a hypoechoic mass with internal echoes.  This measures 3.8 x 3.4 cm and has a typical appearance of a hemorrahagic cyst.

No free fluid.

Impression:
1. Slightly heterogeneous uterus but no focal of normality is identified.  
2. Left ovarian hemorrhagic cyst.  Follow-up ultrasound after 2-3 cycles is recommended."  

I am planning to make an appt. with gyn specialist on Monday if symptoms persist.

Thanks again,
Heidi

[hopeshell]

Your test results sound promising.  Did they mention the size of your cyst?  It sounds like it is a simple cyst and they do usually go away on their own with time.  Sometimes, birth control pills are effective at helping the cyst go away in a sooner time frame.  It sound like you are in pain and so I think it would be wise to go see a gynecologist and get some help for your symptoms.  You may have an underlying condition like endometriosis that is causing pain.  Hopefully, a gyn can help you find a something that helps relieve your symptoms.  I would definitely go see one before the scheduled follow-up.  But, it doesn't sound like your cyst is worrisome for malignancy or that it is large enough to be of concern at this point.  Good luck to you!