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Ovarian Cyst
Hello all, can anyone give me any advice please?
After a recent MRI scan for my back, it was noted that a small cyst was on my right ovary. After an ultrasound, CT scan and blood tests, it was found that I have a cyst which is 8cm in diameter. A consultation followed with a gynaecologist who explained that the ca125 test results show the tumour marker to be 11 and so it is unlikely to be cancer but they cannot rule it out. She explained that I need to have it removed as a whole without rupture, because if it does contain cancer she doesn't want it to spread. She also explained that she would like to remove my other ovary and womb to stop the spread of any possible cancer. She explained that because of my age of 51 that I won't need these other bits anymore, so a hysterectomy is her plan. I am extremely upset over this. I may not have a use for my womb anymore, but I don't want it removing unnecessarily and I most certainly do not want an enforced menopause. I have read a little bit about the ca125 test and apparently tumour marker 11 is absolutely fine. Anything up to 35 I believe is normal. So in my head the cyst is not cancerous, yes I know there is a risk I am wrong but I believe the risk to be very small.
There is no history at all in my family of any cancer. I am very fit and healthy and the cyst has not affected me at all. I can't even see it or feel it. I train every other day and would never have known it was there, should I not have had the MRI scan. I am soooooo upset about a) having to be opened up and have the cyst and my right ovary removed and the length of time for recovery. But more alarmingly b) that I will have other bits removed that I really want to hold on to, just because of my age and the very low risk of there being cancer. I have been told that until they open me up (there is no chance of keyhole or drainage) they cannot make any decisions. Sorry to have gone on a bit, but my first ever operation is also causing me drama! I would be grateful for any advice. Thank you
After a recent MRI scan for my back, it was noted that a small cyst was on my right ovary. After an ultrasound, CT scan and blood tests, it was found that I have a cyst which is 8cm in diameter. A consultation followed with a gynaecologist who explained that the ca125 test results show the tumour marker to be 11 and so it is unlikely to be cancer but they cannot rule it out. She explained that I need to have it removed as a whole without rupture, because if it does contain cancer she doesn't want it to spread. She also explained that she would like to remove my other ovary and womb to stop the spread of any possible cancer. She explained that because of my age of 51 that I won't need these other bits anymore, so a hysterectomy is her plan. I am extremely upset over this. I may not have a use for my womb anymore, but I don't want it removing unnecessarily and I most certainly do not want an enforced menopause. I have read a little bit about the ca125 test and apparently tumour marker 11 is absolutely fine. Anything up to 35 I believe is normal. So in my head the cyst is not cancerous, yes I know there is a risk I am wrong but I believe the risk to be very small.
There is no history at all in my family of any cancer. I am very fit and healthy and the cyst has not affected me at all. I can't even see it or feel it. I train every other day and would never have known it was there, should I not have had the MRI scan. I am soooooo upset about a) having to be opened up and have the cyst and my right ovary removed and the length of time for recovery. But more alarmingly b) that I will have other bits removed that I really want to hold on to, just because of my age and the very low risk of there being cancer. I have been told that until they open me up (there is no chance of keyhole or drainage) they cannot make any decisions. Sorry to have gone on a bit, but my first ever operation is also causing me drama! I would be grateful for any advice. Thank you
This sounds to be extremely unfair to you especially since there is not a high risk of cancer. I would suggest going into talk to her about the surgery and if she does not answer your questions or still leaves you unsatisfied with the answer, I would get a second opinion. It does seem to be a very radical surgery for such a small risk. I would certainly put my foot down if they told me that I would need to have a hysterectomy especially at my age. I'm 19 and I have the same risk for cancer as you with my Tumors. Did they tell you what type of tumor it is?
I hope you can figure things out! Keep us updated!
I hope you can figure things out! Keep us updated!
I can understand how you are feeling about having everything removed. I have endometriosis very bad and alot of doctors have told me that a hysterectomy is what I need to do but I'm only 35 and I want to hold off until I have a baby no matter how much pain I'm in. You have the right to put your foot down and say you do not want your other ovary an uterus removed. They cannot remove it without your consent to do so. You need to speak with your doctor and you can also put it in writing and have it notarized that you
Do not wish to have the other organs removed. It's your body and your choice.
~Jenn~
Do not wish to have the other organs removed. It's your body and your choice.
~Jenn~
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