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Should I see someone besides gp?

I am 64. Went to urgent care on Saturday. Pain over past 3 months in abdoman, legs, kidneys and back got so bad couldn't stand. I had blood in urine and elevated white blood cell count. Sent for ct scan that shows 7cm ovarian cyst. Given shot in hip for abdominal infection and given pain pills and antibiotics. Said if pain is bad again go to emergency immediately. I have constipation, bloating, I feel full and barely eat anything, I am tired. 4 months ago I was told there were metastasis in my bones. But no one has ever said I have cancer and I keep getting brushed off. Without the pain pills I can't handle the pain I feel like I am being stabbed in back and kidneys. Was told I do not have kidney stones or bladder infection. Should I push to see specialist?
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Thank you very much for your comment back. I do need to advocate for myself more and stop being passive.
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You need a doctor who listens to you -- and who explains things clearly.  I don't think that urgent care or the emergency room are helping you sufficiently.  

You need to see a gynecologist about the ovarian mass.  It's large enough to be removed surgically even if it's benign (most are).  If the gynecologist recommends surgery, you want a gynecological oncologist to do it.  The gyn onc has more training and will produce a better result for you.  They don't mind if your condition is benign, and you'll be better off either way.  

Advocate for yourself and get the answers you need.  Good luck and God bless ...

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