Complex Cyst on ovary despite previous hysto & ovaries removed

[thankfulmom]

I am sitting here post abdominal surgery, by oncolo-gyn, for complex cysts on an ovary that was supposed to have been removed in 2004 during a complete vag. hysterectomy. According to blood work in 2007 I was never in menopause. Following surgery in 2004 I also developed hyperthyroidism(Graves).

I am still awaiting official path report from latest surgery. I am thankful that so far there does not seem to be an indication of cancer.  One intern did tell me that the ovary had a blood supply to it.  What does it mean that the ovary had blood supply to it? I was told an ovary can not grow back and that there is usually just tissue pieces if it is ORS.  I've been told by several that my first doctor may have missed something during the first surgery.  However, his path report indicated ovary tissue from both ovaries.  Does any one have answers about ovaries that can completely reform or grow back? If ovary did regrow what can keep it from growing back again?  I do fear ovarian cancer, due to history of cysts/ PCOS, and thought that removing the ovaries would help prevent ovarian cancer.

[wezzy]

no but i am starting to wonder if i should see a  gyn/onc seeing a general surgeon.they told me five years ago when i had my ovaries removed that i had ors because of so much scarring and endometrosis they could see a piece but could'nt tell how big or anything.they think it is in the right posterior midline maybe attached to the bowel not sure yet.had before cyst on that piece of ovary did lupron shots for a while but did'nt help.don't know hormone level either i'm going to call the doctor tomorrow and ask him if he will order ca125 and hormone level.the surgeon is going to be out of town next week they are going to work me in if they get a cancellation but still wondering if i am seeing the right kind of doctor.thanks will let you know if any adivse please let me know Carrie

[thankfulmom]

Are you seeing an gyn-oncologist for the surgery? Did they tell you the size of the mass and if it is located on the ovary?  Did the doctor tell you that you have ORS and the piece of left ovary because of the scarring and endometrosis?  One Doctor told me that the ORS is due to the doctor not getting as close to remove all the tissue and that scarring can just make it more difficult to remove.  When did you discover the piece of left ovary?  I know how you feel about the surgery....  But from what I understand surgery is the only way to know for sure if it is cancer or not. I participated in a study that uses ultrasound to determine if a growth is cancer or not, but it is not been approved yet for general use. It would be great if they find it is as good as a surgery to rule out cancer.  At least we wouldn't have to worry so much.  My tests have come out ok so far and they had originally referred to my mass as a cystic mass also. My doctor explained that certain characteristics (septations and echoes) add to the concern?  Does your ultrasound report have those terms on it? Your ultrasound should also tell how big that ovary is and your hormone levels should indicate if that ovary is working.  Why is your doctor waiting until the 29th? Hang in there and let me know how everything goes.

[wezzy]

hi i have ors and just got a ultrasound and transvaginal ultrasound for lower abdomainl pain and rectum pain for 2 weeks still hurts when i have a bowel movement the doctor felt a lump and sent me for the test it showed i have a cystic mass in the midline posterior pelvis i have a piece of left ovary left because of scarring and endometrosis from having hysterectomy at 30 15 years ago for a fibroid that was like i was 16 weeks pregnant my doctor wants me to see a surgeon i go on Oct.29 th i am scared i do not want surgery and worried at the outcome