complex ovarian cyst....

[candeye]

I have recently been diagnosed with a complex ovarian cyst (2.2mm) on my right ovary.  I am in a lot of pain and went to the ob/gyn today.  I was told that the pain is from the cyst being reabsorbed, that complex cysts are never cancerous, and that I should not worry.  My endothelial complex also was 3mm last year and is now 14mm.  I am really concerned.  I do not want to wait if I don't have to.  My tubes are tied and I don't want to take any chances.  I am also tired of just being prescribed pain pills to mask the pain.  Intercourse hurts, it hurts when I urinate and when I have a bowel movement.  I have scheduled an appt with another ob/gyn.  In the meantime, to try and ease mine and my families nerves...should we be concerned or is surgery and other (cancer) in my future?  Thanks for you help

[candeye]

Thank you for your input.  I have scheduled with a gyno oncol. for later this month.  I am really tired of the pain.  I couldn't believe that the other dr. didn't reschedule another followup ultrasound or anything.  We are our best advocates right!!  I am seeking expert anwers now.  Masking the pain is ridiculous.  There are times when I am almost doubled over, but for the most part it is just a dull persistent pain.  However, the underneath of my right ribcage in the back also aches....new sympton or just sore from sleeping badly?

THanks again!

[Cagney2712]

While the vast majority of ovarian cysts are benign, it is simply not true that complex cysts are NEVER cancerous, and I sure would hope no doctor would say such a thing!!
If it hurts to have sex, to urinate, and/or to have a bowel movement,  and the doctor tells you to just take a pain pill and not worry,  it's definitely time to get another doctor!!

However,  that being said,  it's certainly NOT time to panic or worry unnecessarily.  I would advise seeing a gynecological oncologist. Most ovarian cysts, even the complex ones, do turn out to be benign,  but a gyn oncologist is the best qualified to handle any ovarian cyst.  If it would turn out to be cancer, they are definitely who you want handling your care!   I had a complex cyst that did turn out to be cancer,  but it was found when it was Stage 1A, and my prognosis is excellent. My care was in the hands of a very good gyn oncologist.   Again, that's not to worry you, as the odds are very much in your favor that yours is not cancer.  But it is important to find a doctor who actually pays attention to what you say, doesn't just blow you off, and is experienced in dealing with ovarian cysts .