hi there. Im 18 years old and, I am just a little bit worried about something. I have had cysts in the past as a child and had them removed... Now I recently I have been to see a doctor a clinic and he said there's a possiblity I could have it again, and after four weeks the symptoms have got worse... I have looked up on ovarian cancer and the symptoms are exactly the same; pressure or pain in the abdomen, pelvis, back, or legs
A swollen or bloated abdomen
Nausea, indigestion, gas, constipation, or diarrhea
Feeling very tired all the time.
I am so worried about this, because I have to go to bed at 7 or 8 as I get exhausted. I don't know how this came about. I have been issued an ultra scan but I am waiting for the department to give me an appt time.
Can anyone reassure me? have you had these symptoms? I don't want to get cancer. Why do i have all those symptoms?? Have you had them without cancer? help please.
Ovarian Cysts?
When I was 18 I had a cyst on my ovary and my ovary had twisted and swelled. I had these symptons and worse. Once my ovary swelled I vomited a lot. Then I went to the hospital. I didnt even know I had a cyst.
Dont jump to conclusions. I know the symptoms are similar but there could be a number of things wrong. Dont freak out.
It will be okay.
Reply:U need to go to a gynocologist and have them check u for endometriosis! My cousin has had alll these symptoms and she has endometriosis ! Look it up on goolge.com and see if any of the sysmptoms r urs as well. A lot of girls go on birth control to treat this disease!
Reply:Ovarian cysts can lead to numerous typical symptoms such as:
* Irregular menstrual cycles
* A constant or intermittent dull ache in the pelvic area
* Pain the in the pelvis shortly before the menstrual cycles begins and ends
* Pain in the pelvis during intercourse
* Nausea, breast tenderness and vomiting
* Heaviness or fullness in the abdomen
* Pressure on the rectum or bladder
But for a lot of women (in fact it is thought that up to 70% of women may have ovarian cysts) they are asymptomatic (that is, they do not cause any symptoms).
When they cause so much discomfort that you cannot live with them it may be suggested that if an ovarian cysts seems not to 'go away' (as they sometimes do) you might undergo surgery such as a Cystectomy (where they remove the cyst only) or in more extreme cases where an ovary is badly encysted - Oophorectomy - the removal of the ovary.
Naturally an Oophorectomy may affect fertility, although with a single ovary you will still produce eggs and hormones needed for maintaining a monthly cycle. But if both ovaries are removed due to cyst problems (such as happened to someone I know when she was 38) you are thrown full tilt into menopause, and it can be a difficult thing to cope with.
Some resources suggest that you might encourage the natural process of ovarian cysts diminishing, and shrinking to nothing through adopting some key strategies and some lifestyle changes. I feel it is preferable to surgery or drugs if appropriate for your case. This is well worth considering if there is still an option to avoid surgery and you feel you can give a natural remedy a chance to work. In depth details are outlined here:
http://www.happytorecommend.com/ovarian-...
I send you my heartfelt wish for a quick recovery
flower
Friday, May 21, 2010
I had a solid ovarian mass which they thought could have been cancer, op mass disappeared?
Scans of all sorts all confirmed solid mass
I had a solid ovarian mass which they thought could have been cancer, op mass disappeared?
I remember my mum having a lump in her breast which disappeared, forgot about it till it came back, thank god for you but make sure you have regular checks and turn up for appointments.
Reply:it would most likely be a cyst
Reply:it was a mirical from god
Reply:It the mass could have been a cyst, and the reason it is gone might be because the fluid had drained.
Reply:could be a cyst try not to worry they will do a smear good luck
I had a solid ovarian mass which they thought could have been cancer, op mass disappeared?
I remember my mum having a lump in her breast which disappeared, forgot about it till it came back, thank god for you but make sure you have regular checks and turn up for appointments.
Reply:it would most likely be a cyst
Reply:it was a mirical from god
Reply:It the mass could have been a cyst, and the reason it is gone might be because the fluid had drained.
Reply:could be a cyst try not to worry they will do a smear good luck
Anyone w/ knowledge on ovarian cysts?
I have been told that I have an ovarian cyst. The Ob/Gyn told me that it is fluid-filled and has some tissue. He assured me repeatedly that it was not cancer (because I'm such a worry wart). Anyway, I've had cysts before that have ruptured and there's no mistaking them. The only sx. I had then was the pain. This time though, I feel the pressure in my hip and low-back. It's been there for a couple of mos. The doc told me that there was no time limit on when it will go away. Should I take BCP's? Will this go away w/o rupturing? Why do all the sx. of ovarian cysts sound like ovarian cancer? Am I just being paranoid? The doctor reassured me that I'm too young for cancer and I have no family history of female cancers (I'm 33).
Anyone w/ knowledge on ovarian cysts?
You are never too young for cancer, but chances are your doctor has checked you out and you are in the clear. I had to go on BCP's for the same exact reason. When I started them I never had any troubles with cysts after that. I would recommend going on them, not only does it take care of the cysts, my periods became lighter.
Reply:I was recently diagnosed with the same problems. I have poly-cystic ovaries and i have the bad back pain and hip pain. I am in the process of having blood work done and sonograms to figure out if i can go on BCP's , after hearing from the docotor and the both of you i think it will be fine. I am actually looking forward to it b/c i am in so much pain all of the time. I cant even do sit ups or some times i cant even bend down to pick something up. I have never had one erupt yet and i was told that i have nothing to worry about when it comes to cancer. I guess if the doctor is telling you not to worry, then you shouldnt.
Reply:There is no such thing as too young for cancer, but ovarian cysts are not cancer and they won't become cancer. I had numerous ovarian cysts over many years in my teens. They were very painful, especially when they ruptured. But they are not harmful to your health.
I would get one, it would hurt off and on for a while then it would rupture and it would hurt like hell. Then I would be fine for a few weeks or months, then another one would grow. I went to several doctors and had surgery 3 times to remove them, but they would grow back. So finally my gynocologist asked if she could try something she hadn't heard of before and I said yes. She took me in for surgery but instead of removing the cyst she put a needle in it an drained all the fluid out. The membrane collapsed on itself and formed scar tissue that prevented the cyst from growing back. I have never had a problem with them since then.
Reply:a family history does not put you more at rist for ovarian cancer-- my mom's doctor told her the same thing and she said that ovarian cancer doesn't run in families and he said "I see you've been doing your research." And no body is too young for cancer.
Did he order a test called CA-125? If he didn't, ask him to. If he won't, get another doctor.
lilycare
Anyone w/ knowledge on ovarian cysts?
You are never too young for cancer, but chances are your doctor has checked you out and you are in the clear. I had to go on BCP's for the same exact reason. When I started them I never had any troubles with cysts after that. I would recommend going on them, not only does it take care of the cysts, my periods became lighter.
Reply:I was recently diagnosed with the same problems. I have poly-cystic ovaries and i have the bad back pain and hip pain. I am in the process of having blood work done and sonograms to figure out if i can go on BCP's , after hearing from the docotor and the both of you i think it will be fine. I am actually looking forward to it b/c i am in so much pain all of the time. I cant even do sit ups or some times i cant even bend down to pick something up. I have never had one erupt yet and i was told that i have nothing to worry about when it comes to cancer. I guess if the doctor is telling you not to worry, then you shouldnt.
Reply:There is no such thing as too young for cancer, but ovarian cysts are not cancer and they won't become cancer. I had numerous ovarian cysts over many years in my teens. They were very painful, especially when they ruptured. But they are not harmful to your health.
I would get one, it would hurt off and on for a while then it would rupture and it would hurt like hell. Then I would be fine for a few weeks or months, then another one would grow. I went to several doctors and had surgery 3 times to remove them, but they would grow back. So finally my gynocologist asked if she could try something she hadn't heard of before and I said yes. She took me in for surgery but instead of removing the cyst she put a needle in it an drained all the fluid out. The membrane collapsed on itself and formed scar tissue that prevented the cyst from growing back. I have never had a problem with them since then.
Reply:a family history does not put you more at rist for ovarian cancer-- my mom's doctor told her the same thing and she said that ovarian cancer doesn't run in families and he said "I see you've been doing your research." And no body is too young for cancer.
Did he order a test called CA-125? If he didn't, ask him to. If he won't, get another doctor.
lilycare
BRCA 1 & 2 and optional ovarian surgery?
I was diagnosed with breast cancer 3 years ago when I was 29 years old. I am ER+ and Her2 +. I had bilateral mastectomy, the right side as prevention. My dr wrote to my insurance company asking them to approve the BRCA tests. They turned me down. Twice. I have not had them done myself since they cost about $3000.
I am supposed to have my ovaries out next week, by my own request, but my onc told me this past week that he doesn't agree with my decision. I am currently in a study where my ovaries are shut down each month, for another 2+ years. He is worried about the long term effects of being in menopause at my age. I am worried about ovarian cancer as I am not sure if I have the BRCA mutation or not. If I have it, I have read that there is a 16-60% chance of getting ovarian cancer.
As a side note, I had an ovarian cyst rupture, which in itself is odd since less than 2% of women in menopause have ovarian cysts.
Has anyone else been in this situation? I don't know what to do.
BRCA 1 %26amp; 2 and optional ovarian surgery?
Do you have any other family history of breast or ovarian cancer? That would affect your risk of carrying a BRCA mutation. Have you thought about seeing a genetic counselor. They will do a complete family history and then they can use special models to calculate your risk of carrying this mutation. This may give you a better idea of what your risk is. If I were you I would have my ovaries out. If you do have the mutation your risk for ovarian cancer quite high. Ovarian cancer is sneaky (we do not have a good way to diagnose it early, produces vague symptoms) and is usually diagnosed at a late stage when we do not have good treatments for long term survival. You will be menopausal and since you are ER+ you will not be able to have hormone replacement but there are some non-hormonal meds to help with your symptoms. (ask about effexor). Trust me, I have had several patients who had breast cancer at a young age, did not know if they had a BRCA mutation, had bilateral mastectomies and developed ovarian cancer down the road because no one addressed their ovaries. I think if you were brave enough to proceed with mastectomy I would be on the safe side and protect yourself with the removal of the ovaries. I commend your initiative and courage.
Reply:Before I had the surgery I would go to the alt.support.cancer.breast discussion group accessed via Google Groups and ask the same questions there. I'd also ask if anyone knew of no cost or low cost BRCA testing options to found in the US. I'd guess this resource is available if you knew exactly where to look especially given your previous medical history. good luck
Reply:This is a tough situation, BriteHope. If you'd like we have a group here on Yahoo called Sisters in Survivorship with all young breast cancer survivors, you could come join and tell them Lori sent you.
I think you need more help getting the BRCA testing approved. There is a great organization called FORCE, Facing Our genetic Risk of Cancer Empowered, if you go to their web site you can get some help there. It's ridiculous they won't approve it.
I understand about the risk of ovarian cancer. In the meantime you could get transvaginal ultrasound and tumor marker for ovarian cancer testing every six months to help detect it early if you did get it.
Maybe you want to get more information before having the ovaries removed. However, if you do decide to do this, you should be able to find a doctor who will do it and agrees with your decision. Yes, the long term effects of being in menopause suck, but some chemotherapies cause you to go into menopause anyway!
Are you on Herceptin or did you get it?
I would think you could still have an ovarian cyst because you're not really "in menopause", you are just shut down with meds. But I don't really know.
Good luck
Lori
Reply:Hi BriteHope. I am surprised your docs did a prophylactic mastestomy without having your BRCA status. These prophylactic surgeries (breast, ovaries) are radical therapies and should only be considered when you have all of the evidence needed to make a rational decision. So, you need to have the genetic testing done - even if you pay for it yourself.
As a side note, I have had genetic testing done for certain genes and it only costs a few hundred dollars. I am not familiar with the costs for BRCA genes, but I am having a hard time believing it costs $3000. Great Smokies Laboratories is a leading medical lab and does genetic testing. You may want to check their website for prices. (I just checked the website, they have changed their name to Genova Diagnostics and they do NOT offer BRCA gene tests - so much for that suggestion!)
Best wishes and good luck.
Reply:Try Vitamin C therapy. A few years ago a cancer researcher came out with a paper saying that the best cancer and infection fighter as yet found was Interferon, but, at the time, it cost $15,000 a gram. The good part was that Interferon was a product of the natural breakdown of Vitamin C in your system. The FDA says that the RDA for Vit C is 64 mg a day, just enough to prevent scurvy. Linus Pauling, who got a Nobel Prize for his work with Vit C and a second Nobel Prize for organic chemistry, said 1000 mg a day as a minimum and 2000 mg a day if you are sick. On a personal note, I was sick twice a year, for 2 weeks at a time, for 20 years, and was flat on my back for at least a week each time. To this day the doctors have no idea what the problem was. After I gave up on the doctors I tried Vit C. I took enough to keep from being sick and just below too much to get diarrhea. It followed a bell curve over 2 weeks with a peak at 40,000 mg a day – about 300,000 over the 2 weeks. I was not sick for those 2 weeks and after a couple of years of that I have not been sick since. I did not dissolve my kidneys, as some doctors said would happen. I did not get any calcium build up or stones and did not dissolve my cones or solidify my joints. Try it, but drink a lot of water – Vit C is a natural diuretic.
Reply:My partner just had the BRCA tests done, and the cost was around $3800. Fortunately she has outstanding insurance that covered most of it. Her mother was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer and she wanted to assess her risk (four women on the same side of the family with ovarian or breast cancer). She has a mutation in the BRCA 2, which gives her a 84% chance for breast cancer and 27% ovarian. She will have her ovaries and oviducts removed, we are considering the uterus, and we are looking into options for breast health.
So, I don't have much to offer by way of suggestions, but you're welcome to email me if you'd like to chat.
I am supposed to have my ovaries out next week, by my own request, but my onc told me this past week that he doesn't agree with my decision. I am currently in a study where my ovaries are shut down each month, for another 2+ years. He is worried about the long term effects of being in menopause at my age. I am worried about ovarian cancer as I am not sure if I have the BRCA mutation or not. If I have it, I have read that there is a 16-60% chance of getting ovarian cancer.
As a side note, I had an ovarian cyst rupture, which in itself is odd since less than 2% of women in menopause have ovarian cysts.
Has anyone else been in this situation? I don't know what to do.
BRCA 1 %26amp; 2 and optional ovarian surgery?
Do you have any other family history of breast or ovarian cancer? That would affect your risk of carrying a BRCA mutation. Have you thought about seeing a genetic counselor. They will do a complete family history and then they can use special models to calculate your risk of carrying this mutation. This may give you a better idea of what your risk is. If I were you I would have my ovaries out. If you do have the mutation your risk for ovarian cancer quite high. Ovarian cancer is sneaky (we do not have a good way to diagnose it early, produces vague symptoms) and is usually diagnosed at a late stage when we do not have good treatments for long term survival. You will be menopausal and since you are ER+ you will not be able to have hormone replacement but there are some non-hormonal meds to help with your symptoms. (ask about effexor). Trust me, I have had several patients who had breast cancer at a young age, did not know if they had a BRCA mutation, had bilateral mastectomies and developed ovarian cancer down the road because no one addressed their ovaries. I think if you were brave enough to proceed with mastectomy I would be on the safe side and protect yourself with the removal of the ovaries. I commend your initiative and courage.
Reply:Before I had the surgery I would go to the alt.support.cancer.breast discussion group accessed via Google Groups and ask the same questions there. I'd also ask if anyone knew of no cost or low cost BRCA testing options to found in the US. I'd guess this resource is available if you knew exactly where to look especially given your previous medical history. good luck
Reply:This is a tough situation, BriteHope. If you'd like we have a group here on Yahoo called Sisters in Survivorship with all young breast cancer survivors, you could come join and tell them Lori sent you.
I think you need more help getting the BRCA testing approved. There is a great organization called FORCE, Facing Our genetic Risk of Cancer Empowered, if you go to their web site you can get some help there. It's ridiculous they won't approve it.
I understand about the risk of ovarian cancer. In the meantime you could get transvaginal ultrasound and tumor marker for ovarian cancer testing every six months to help detect it early if you did get it.
Maybe you want to get more information before having the ovaries removed. However, if you do decide to do this, you should be able to find a doctor who will do it and agrees with your decision. Yes, the long term effects of being in menopause suck, but some chemotherapies cause you to go into menopause anyway!
Are you on Herceptin or did you get it?
I would think you could still have an ovarian cyst because you're not really "in menopause", you are just shut down with meds. But I don't really know.
Good luck
Lori
Reply:Hi BriteHope. I am surprised your docs did a prophylactic mastestomy without having your BRCA status. These prophylactic surgeries (breast, ovaries) are radical therapies and should only be considered when you have all of the evidence needed to make a rational decision. So, you need to have the genetic testing done - even if you pay for it yourself.
As a side note, I have had genetic testing done for certain genes and it only costs a few hundred dollars. I am not familiar with the costs for BRCA genes, but I am having a hard time believing it costs $3000. Great Smokies Laboratories is a leading medical lab and does genetic testing. You may want to check their website for prices. (I just checked the website, they have changed their name to Genova Diagnostics and they do NOT offer BRCA gene tests - so much for that suggestion!)
Best wishes and good luck.
Reply:Try Vitamin C therapy. A few years ago a cancer researcher came out with a paper saying that the best cancer and infection fighter as yet found was Interferon, but, at the time, it cost $15,000 a gram. The good part was that Interferon was a product of the natural breakdown of Vitamin C in your system. The FDA says that the RDA for Vit C is 64 mg a day, just enough to prevent scurvy. Linus Pauling, who got a Nobel Prize for his work with Vit C and a second Nobel Prize for organic chemistry, said 1000 mg a day as a minimum and 2000 mg a day if you are sick. On a personal note, I was sick twice a year, for 2 weeks at a time, for 20 years, and was flat on my back for at least a week each time. To this day the doctors have no idea what the problem was. After I gave up on the doctors I tried Vit C. I took enough to keep from being sick and just below too much to get diarrhea. It followed a bell curve over 2 weeks with a peak at 40,000 mg a day – about 300,000 over the 2 weeks. I was not sick for those 2 weeks and after a couple of years of that I have not been sick since. I did not dissolve my kidneys, as some doctors said would happen. I did not get any calcium build up or stones and did not dissolve my cones or solidify my joints. Try it, but drink a lot of water – Vit C is a natural diuretic.
Reply:My partner just had the BRCA tests done, and the cost was around $3800. Fortunately she has outstanding insurance that covered most of it. Her mother was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer and she wanted to assess her risk (four women on the same side of the family with ovarian or breast cancer). She has a mutation in the BRCA 2, which gives her a 84% chance for breast cancer and 27% ovarian. She will have her ovaries and oviducts removed, we are considering the uterus, and we are looking into options for breast health.
So, I don't have much to offer by way of suggestions, but you're welcome to email me if you'd like to chat.
How reliable is ovarian cance that is being detected when you have a CT scan and ultrsound?
I other words can ovarian cancer be tetected on the CT scan and ultrasound? I heard it is hard to diagnose. Can it come up a cyst? Becasue I have unulual fluid in my right ovarie, and needs further tests. Now I just want to know can cysts show up on the scan that could be cancer? They said a small amount of non specific free fluid was seen in the Pouch of Douglas. So my right overie is bigger than my left one. Please help me here. I have an appointment to go back to the doctors on Thursday next week, and a gyni appointment next month. I have PMT cramps everyday, and indigestion, and bloated so bad, and lower back pain. So are these scans reliable to pick up ovarian cancer? If not can they just show up some abnormality like a cyst?
How reliable is ovarian cance that is being detected when you have a CT scan and ultrsound?
The CT and the ultrasound show abnormalities in the ovaries and the areas around.
Sometimes the results are very clear: 'It's a cyst and don't worry about it, but we should remove it.' Or: 'This really looks like cancer, we need to remove it and make sure."
Sometimes the results show cysts and masses that aren't that easy to define-they are more complex than just a simple cyst, they have other features, They look like they could be cancer, but not for sure, they are more dense, less dense, too big, too small to be easily classified. In those cases they will want to do more testing.
It the radiologist who reads the films thinks that something looks cancerous he/she will ususally add line in that says something like "suspicious for malignancy.' That is a tip-off to worry, for sure.
My understanding of ovarian cancer is that it is hard to detect in its early stages because it doesn't cause a lot of symptoms. But it is not particularly hard to diagnose once the doctor starts looking for it.
So, I'm just a nurse, not a ovarian cancer expert, but here's my advice:
If your doctor has looked at your CT and ultrasound and doesn't think that you have cancer, then a return visit next week and a gyn visit next month is fine. But if he is suspicious about cancer, then that is wayyyyy to slow. Why don't you give him a call and ask his opinion about the films? Its not reasonable to have to wait a week, wondering.
And even if your doctor thinks it is just cysts and stuff, you can call the gyn office and explain that you are having so many problems and such pain. Perhaps they can get you in earlier.
Good luck to you. I really hope it turns out to be something easily treated.
MM
Reply:Usually the doctors "looksie" exam is the best way to know if something is not right, usually done with the pap/yearly exam. Then they'll do an ultrasound. The CT scan- wouldn't be the best choice. The ultrasound would. They can see and place size of everything better. And they'll probably do an endovaginal ultrasound- instead of just moving it over the skin. (if the pain's subdued). That'd probably be the best way of finding it.
Reply:Ask for a CA125 blood test- a test with a high score would indicate the presence of cancer cells
http://www.labtestsonline.org/understand...
My mother died of ovarian cancer, so I am tested annually because of the history of the disease in my family.
Good luck
Reply:Your search ends at below site. Have a look at it. It will definitely help you out
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Reply:MRI scan. Biopsy test, CT scan are the tests of efficiency in the order of priority in diagnising the cancer. Before the beginning of the treatment, it is better to have a second opinion from a technically competent oncologist.
How reliable is ovarian cance that is being detected when you have a CT scan and ultrsound?
The CT and the ultrasound show abnormalities in the ovaries and the areas around.
Sometimes the results are very clear: 'It's a cyst and don't worry about it, but we should remove it.' Or: 'This really looks like cancer, we need to remove it and make sure."
Sometimes the results show cysts and masses that aren't that easy to define-they are more complex than just a simple cyst, they have other features, They look like they could be cancer, but not for sure, they are more dense, less dense, too big, too small to be easily classified. In those cases they will want to do more testing.
It the radiologist who reads the films thinks that something looks cancerous he/she will ususally add line in that says something like "suspicious for malignancy.' That is a tip-off to worry, for sure.
My understanding of ovarian cancer is that it is hard to detect in its early stages because it doesn't cause a lot of symptoms. But it is not particularly hard to diagnose once the doctor starts looking for it.
So, I'm just a nurse, not a ovarian cancer expert, but here's my advice:
If your doctor has looked at your CT and ultrasound and doesn't think that you have cancer, then a return visit next week and a gyn visit next month is fine. But if he is suspicious about cancer, then that is wayyyyy to slow. Why don't you give him a call and ask his opinion about the films? Its not reasonable to have to wait a week, wondering.
And even if your doctor thinks it is just cysts and stuff, you can call the gyn office and explain that you are having so many problems and such pain. Perhaps they can get you in earlier.
Good luck to you. I really hope it turns out to be something easily treated.
MM
Reply:Usually the doctors "looksie" exam is the best way to know if something is not right, usually done with the pap/yearly exam. Then they'll do an ultrasound. The CT scan- wouldn't be the best choice. The ultrasound would. They can see and place size of everything better. And they'll probably do an endovaginal ultrasound- instead of just moving it over the skin. (if the pain's subdued). That'd probably be the best way of finding it.
Reply:Ask for a CA125 blood test- a test with a high score would indicate the presence of cancer cells
http://www.labtestsonline.org/understand...
My mother died of ovarian cancer, so I am tested annually because of the history of the disease in my family.
Good luck
Reply:Your search ends at below site. Have a look at it. It will definitely help you out
http://lnk.in/56um
Reply:MRI scan. Biopsy test, CT scan are the tests of efficiency in the order of priority in diagnising the cancer. Before the beginning of the treatment, it is better to have a second opinion from a technically competent oncologist.
Question about ovarian cysts??
ok so im a teenager and i started by period about 2 and a half years ago and ive been having lower abdominal pain for about 3 weeks and it alternates from side to side and sometimes i feel pelvic pain and well as lower back pain so i went to the doctor and she said its nothing to worry about its probably just constipation or ovarian cysts and i have a feeling its cysts but i was just wondering if it is cysts will this be a problem i will have to deal with for a while the pain and stuff?? oh yeah and do you think it could be ovarian cancer??? im only about 15??? helppp???
thanks
Question about ovarian cysts??
Ovarian cysts can lead to numerous typical symptoms such as:
* Irregular menstrual cycles
* A constant or intermittent dull ache in the pelvic area
* Pain the in the pelvis shortly before the menstrual cycles begins and ends
* Pain in the pelvis during intercourse
* Nausea, breast tenderness and vomiting
* Heaviness or fullness in the abdomen
* Pressure on the rectum or bladder
But for a lot of women (in fact it is thought that up to 70% of women may have ovarian cysts) they are asymptomatic (that is, they do not cause any symptoms).
When they cause so much discomfort that you cannot live with them it may be suggested that if an ovarian cysts seems not to 'go away' (as they sometimes do) you might undergo surgery such as a Cystectomy (where they remove the cyst only) or in more extreme cases where an ovary is badly encysted - Oophorectomy - the removal of the ovary.
Naturally an Oophorectomy may affect fertility, although with a single ovary you will still produce eggs and hormones needed for maintaining a monthly cycle. But if both ovaries are removed due to cyst problems (such as happened to someone I know when she was 38) you are thrown full tilt into menopause, and it can be a difficult thing to cope with.
Some resources suggest that you might encourage the natural process of ovarian cysts diminishing, and shrinking to nothing through adopting some key strategies and some lifestyle changes. I feel it is preferable to surgery or drugs if appropriate for your case. This is well worth considering if there is still an option to avoid surgery and you feel you can give a natural remedy a chance to work. In depth details are outlined here:
http://www.happytorecommend.com/ovarian-...
Reply:Don't worry.I had one when i was 15.It busted one night and my doctor said thay are only serios if thay get to big.Ask your mom to make you a ultrasound appt.He also told be that if it happens again rest in a warm bath or use a heating pad.
Reply:Ovarian cysts come and go. I have them. They do hurt alot. I got them when i became pg when i was 24. It put me in the hospital. If you are that worried about, tell your doctor. When ever you are in doubt get looked at by your OB gyn doctor. If they are that bothersome, you can have your ovaries removed, but being you are so young they might not do it. Take apsrin or something for the pain, or a hot pad. Sorry you are another one to deal with them, it will all work out in the end. Hang in there
thanks
Question about ovarian cysts??
Ovarian cysts can lead to numerous typical symptoms such as:
* Irregular menstrual cycles
* A constant or intermittent dull ache in the pelvic area
* Pain the in the pelvis shortly before the menstrual cycles begins and ends
* Pain in the pelvis during intercourse
* Nausea, breast tenderness and vomiting
* Heaviness or fullness in the abdomen
* Pressure on the rectum or bladder
But for a lot of women (in fact it is thought that up to 70% of women may have ovarian cysts) they are asymptomatic (that is, they do not cause any symptoms).
When they cause so much discomfort that you cannot live with them it may be suggested that if an ovarian cysts seems not to 'go away' (as they sometimes do) you might undergo surgery such as a Cystectomy (where they remove the cyst only) or in more extreme cases where an ovary is badly encysted - Oophorectomy - the removal of the ovary.
Naturally an Oophorectomy may affect fertility, although with a single ovary you will still produce eggs and hormones needed for maintaining a monthly cycle. But if both ovaries are removed due to cyst problems (such as happened to someone I know when she was 38) you are thrown full tilt into menopause, and it can be a difficult thing to cope with.
Some resources suggest that you might encourage the natural process of ovarian cysts diminishing, and shrinking to nothing through adopting some key strategies and some lifestyle changes. I feel it is preferable to surgery or drugs if appropriate for your case. This is well worth considering if there is still an option to avoid surgery and you feel you can give a natural remedy a chance to work. In depth details are outlined here:
http://www.happytorecommend.com/ovarian-...
Reply:Don't worry.I had one when i was 15.It busted one night and my doctor said thay are only serios if thay get to big.Ask your mom to make you a ultrasound appt.He also told be that if it happens again rest in a warm bath or use a heating pad.
Reply:Ovarian cysts come and go. I have them. They do hurt alot. I got them when i became pg when i was 24. It put me in the hospital. If you are that worried about, tell your doctor. When ever you are in doubt get looked at by your OB gyn doctor. If they are that bothersome, you can have your ovaries removed, but being you are so young they might not do it. Take apsrin or something for the pain, or a hot pad. Sorry you are another one to deal with them, it will all work out in the end. Hang in there
Ovarian Cysts Help PLEASE.?
Has anyone had ovarian cysts??? I am worried and need help.
Question Details: I have just come back from 4 days in hospital. I was admitted in from emergency on Tuesday night because I was bleeding a lot in the nether region. I would stand up %26amp; blood would gush out in clumps like a tap had been turned on. I had a termination 2 months ago %26amp; had complications. After a month I was still bleeding %26amp; was given some tablets %26amp; told everything was ok. Yet when my next period came (on tuesday) blood was streaming EVERYWHERE. Very scary experience. They nearly gave me a blood transfusion.
I was given tests done %26amp; they said I still had retained products. They also said they found a 7cm ovarian cyst. I have to go back in 2 months to have it checked up on, but I am realy worried. I was told it is big, %26amp; I have looked on websites %26amp; I can tick some of the symptoms of ovarian cancer. The hospital knows I have these symptoms, but they recomended that I go on the pill and wait. Should I be worried? Has anyone else been through this? What was the outcome?
Ovarian Cysts Help PLEASE.?
I hope You get well soon.. I'm doing my best to help every1 to cure their illness including you.. with my Islam Prayers.. You don`t have to vote me for the best answer.. im doing this for free.. I only hopping we all get bless %26amp; Cure from Allah the Most Mercyfull.., Most Loving..Which Have The Power Of Healing %26amp; Cure All Kinds Of illness,See the improvement result..
Reply:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ovarian_Cys...
Reply:I knew someone who had ovarian cysts a few years ago. I can't remember much about it, but she had an operation and I know she was fine after that. Sorry I can't be of any more help..
Reply:They will wait to see if the cyst is growing or not. As to the prognosis, it will still have to be determined if it is benign or malignant. Malignant is the problematic cancer type as benign can just be taken out by surgery and does not usually recur.
The retained products maybe the cause of your bleeding. You underwent D%26amp;C while in the hospital, right? It should subside after the operation.
Reply:whilst pregnant with my son, they thought i had an ectopic pregnancy, but it turned out to be a ovarian cyst the size of an orange, they couldn't do anything because i was pregnant and it wasn't harming my son, but after he was born i was really ill, so i had to key hole surgery, where they found the chocolate cyst had burst and i had endromitrosis, i also lost loads of blood. go to your own doctor for advice, good luck
Reply:Hello there Yes as a matter of fact I am 33 years old and have had 4 cysts removed three from my ovaries and one at the same time as given birth to my daughter who arm had some how wrapped around it.It is a very scary thing it also was for me but hope you find faith that my daughter is now 15 yrs old and the ways of technology,medicine and knowledge of those doctors ect.now are so advanced .my first one was also 7cm,I last had the fourth one removed 3 years ago in November it was 9cm.they may tell you after it got sent down for testing if that does happen just please if no one does get back with you within I'd say at the most 2 wks do call them and make them understand thats something you want to know. what exactly was found out what kind of test were ran. Sorry I couldn't be more help just hope I was some at least hang in there the From my experience it will alrightjust don't hold back or bwe afraid to ask questions I believe when it comes to my health "there is no such thing as to many question so I know I understand and there is no such thing as a dumb/stupid question. best wishes for you and yours sincerely jennifer
Reply:I get ovarian cysts almost monthly and have been reassured each time by my dr that they will follow them closely. They usually do an ultrasound and check the size. then a few weeks later they will repeat it. They may do a biopsy to check if it's cancerous or not. Usually they are beign and they burst. They do hurt but will go away
Reply:I am a Ovarian Cancer survivor... It has been one year now.
Cysts are very treatable now a days, especially if you have a good OBGYN who is intense and and through.
There is a shot they can order for you to shrink the Cysts which is called LUPRON.
The cyst I had was the size of a large grapefruit and and had gotten so large that my uterus was stretched out to the size of a 5 month pregnancy.
With this shot (I ended up with two shots 6 months apart) it shrank the cyst enough for them to do surgery safely.
Unfortunatly when they got inside, they found cancer...
This is why is vitally important to have good communication with your doctor.
Another test they need to have you get is a Vaginal Ultrasound.. They will be able to actually look at your ovaries. This could be a lifesaver!!!!
Also, there is nothing to stop Ovarian Cancer, but you can do some things to help prevent it.... This is why it's called The Silent Killer.....
Be wise and listen to your body when something doesn't feel normal... Especially when it comes to your female organs..
There are a few things to look for as signals of Ovarian Cancer...
BLOATING
FEELING FULL QUICKLY WHEN EATING
CONSTIPATION
GAS
Birth control pills are one of the best preventatives I recommend you follow through with that suggestion from your doctor.
Get your Vaginal Ultrasound.......
Get your CA125........
Get on the Pill........
Talk with your OB about Lupron.......
There are also two spices you should be taking....
Ginger
Turmeric
These are just spices you cook with, but you can go to a health food store and purchase them in capsul form.
Take 4 of each every single day.
I have done so much research on SPICES and DISEASE... It's remarkable on the medicinal healing effects I found....
I myself take about 27 different herbs and spices every day.. They have truly played a vital part in my healing process....
I also have done some motivational speaking with Cancer patients....
My thoughts and prayers are with you....
I personally think you need not worry so much. Take all of that energy you've focused on fear, and let it be a POSITIVE ENERGY... Faith and belief will bring healing to your mind and body....
Trust me........ I've been there and done that...
Sincerely........
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Question Details: I have just come back from 4 days in hospital. I was admitted in from emergency on Tuesday night because I was bleeding a lot in the nether region. I would stand up %26amp; blood would gush out in clumps like a tap had been turned on. I had a termination 2 months ago %26amp; had complications. After a month I was still bleeding %26amp; was given some tablets %26amp; told everything was ok. Yet when my next period came (on tuesday) blood was streaming EVERYWHERE. Very scary experience. They nearly gave me a blood transfusion.
I was given tests done %26amp; they said I still had retained products. They also said they found a 7cm ovarian cyst. I have to go back in 2 months to have it checked up on, but I am realy worried. I was told it is big, %26amp; I have looked on websites %26amp; I can tick some of the symptoms of ovarian cancer. The hospital knows I have these symptoms, but they recomended that I go on the pill and wait. Should I be worried? Has anyone else been through this? What was the outcome?
Ovarian Cysts Help PLEASE.?
I hope You get well soon.. I'm doing my best to help every1 to cure their illness including you.. with my Islam Prayers.. You don`t have to vote me for the best answer.. im doing this for free.. I only hopping we all get bless %26amp; Cure from Allah the Most Mercyfull.., Most Loving..Which Have The Power Of Healing %26amp; Cure All Kinds Of illness,See the improvement result..
Reply:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ovarian_Cys...
Reply:I knew someone who had ovarian cysts a few years ago. I can't remember much about it, but she had an operation and I know she was fine after that. Sorry I can't be of any more help..
Reply:They will wait to see if the cyst is growing or not. As to the prognosis, it will still have to be determined if it is benign or malignant. Malignant is the problematic cancer type as benign can just be taken out by surgery and does not usually recur.
The retained products maybe the cause of your bleeding. You underwent D%26amp;C while in the hospital, right? It should subside after the operation.
Reply:whilst pregnant with my son, they thought i had an ectopic pregnancy, but it turned out to be a ovarian cyst the size of an orange, they couldn't do anything because i was pregnant and it wasn't harming my son, but after he was born i was really ill, so i had to key hole surgery, where they found the chocolate cyst had burst and i had endromitrosis, i also lost loads of blood. go to your own doctor for advice, good luck
Reply:Hello there Yes as a matter of fact I am 33 years old and have had 4 cysts removed three from my ovaries and one at the same time as given birth to my daughter who arm had some how wrapped around it.It is a very scary thing it also was for me but hope you find faith that my daughter is now 15 yrs old and the ways of technology,medicine and knowledge of those doctors ect.now are so advanced .my first one was also 7cm,I last had the fourth one removed 3 years ago in November it was 9cm.they may tell you after it got sent down for testing if that does happen just please if no one does get back with you within I'd say at the most 2 wks do call them and make them understand thats something you want to know. what exactly was found out what kind of test were ran. Sorry I couldn't be more help just hope I was some at least hang in there the From my experience it will alrightjust don't hold back or bwe afraid to ask questions I believe when it comes to my health "there is no such thing as to many question so I know I understand and there is no such thing as a dumb/stupid question. best wishes for you and yours sincerely jennifer
Reply:I get ovarian cysts almost monthly and have been reassured each time by my dr that they will follow them closely. They usually do an ultrasound and check the size. then a few weeks later they will repeat it. They may do a biopsy to check if it's cancerous or not. Usually they are beign and they burst. They do hurt but will go away
Reply:I am a Ovarian Cancer survivor... It has been one year now.
Cysts are very treatable now a days, especially if you have a good OBGYN who is intense and and through.
There is a shot they can order for you to shrink the Cysts which is called LUPRON.
The cyst I had was the size of a large grapefruit and and had gotten so large that my uterus was stretched out to the size of a 5 month pregnancy.
With this shot (I ended up with two shots 6 months apart) it shrank the cyst enough for them to do surgery safely.
Unfortunatly when they got inside, they found cancer...
This is why is vitally important to have good communication with your doctor.
Another test they need to have you get is a Vaginal Ultrasound.. They will be able to actually look at your ovaries. This could be a lifesaver!!!!
Also, there is nothing to stop Ovarian Cancer, but you can do some things to help prevent it.... This is why it's called The Silent Killer.....
Be wise and listen to your body when something doesn't feel normal... Especially when it comes to your female organs..
There are a few things to look for as signals of Ovarian Cancer...
BLOATING
FEELING FULL QUICKLY WHEN EATING
CONSTIPATION
GAS
Birth control pills are one of the best preventatives I recommend you follow through with that suggestion from your doctor.
Get your Vaginal Ultrasound.......
Get your CA125........
Get on the Pill........
Talk with your OB about Lupron.......
There are also two spices you should be taking....
Ginger
Turmeric
These are just spices you cook with, but you can go to a health food store and purchase them in capsul form.
Take 4 of each every single day.
I have done so much research on SPICES and DISEASE... It's remarkable on the medicinal healing effects I found....
I myself take about 27 different herbs and spices every day.. They have truly played a vital part in my healing process....
I also have done some motivational speaking with Cancer patients....
My thoughts and prayers are with you....
I personally think you need not worry so much. Take all of that energy you've focused on fear, and let it be a POSITIVE ENERGY... Faith and belief will bring healing to your mind and body....
Trust me........ I've been there and done that...
Sincerely........
how to grow pomegranate
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