Left side lower abdominal pain

[ocd2302]

For a few weeks I've had intermittent lower left abdominal pain just above my hip, it started at first while peeing but is beginning to lessen. There is no stinging when passing water. My periods have disappeared to literally just a bit of spotting every couple of weeks (then again I have a new Nexplanon implant, was put in in March. Noticed they've been lighter since that. I feel well in myself, when I say pain it's more just a pressure sensation.
Seen GP, urine test was clear, not pregnant, have been referred for ultrasound scans by him.

I'm a worrier and I'm trying to pick apart the dialogue of the appointment. His first suggestion was 'watchful waiting' before scans but I said I have a physical job so best to have scan and get sorted and back on my feet. Being an idiot I asked 'how likely is cancer?' He said 'not at the top of my list'. No palpable mass on examination and I'm still working, the sensation isn't getting worse, in fact it seems to be improving and any twinge is resolved by pushing on the area gently. I'm not sure what to think but could hernia or ovarian cyst be a possibility?

[ocd2302]

He didn't say as much, I suppose it's just a waiting game. Since my last post it's further improved, I've done a lot of walking to buses and trains and it hasn't twinged much on the job. I still feel really well in myself but the anxiety comes and goes.

[specialmom]

Sure, those things are possible (cyst and hernia) and neither are things to be frightened of.  Most women get simple cysts from time to time and they are eliminated naturally (feels like a heavy period).  Your doctor is being cautious and going to check you thoroughly.  I'd wait for the conclusion for that but not be overly worried.  Sincerely, I would not worry yourself too much.  Does your doctor think it has anything to do with the implant?