hysterectomy for benign gynaecological disease

, my IM doc referred to a medical oncologist for my bladder as well as an orthopaedic oncologist for my spine.

I have a 10cm thought to be benign cyst on my bowel found when I had laparoscopy it is not gynaecological I am waiting to see Sarcoma Specialist If it is benign is it safe to leave a cyst of this size and not have any treatment as I'm scared in case I end up with a colostomy bag as I have been told if they operate this could happen.

Removal of female gonads / ovaries (even after menopause) or their failure after hysterectomy has been shown by many medical studies to accelerate aging and increase risk for a number of chronic conditions such as heart disease, stroke, metabolic syndrome, dementia, impaired cognition and memory, parkinsonism, mood disorders, lung cancer, osteoporosis, aging of skin and eyes. Despite a benign frozen section of my cyst, my gynecologist removed all my female organs. I was 49 years old.

The only way to really know is to have a viginal ultersound done. Cysts are very common so I would see a ob/gyn before you get yourself worked up over it. I had several cysts in my uterous before I had my hysterectomy.

This is what the pathology report said : The features are in keeping with derivation from the wall of a cystic mucinous ovarian neoplasm (differential would include a mucinous cystedenoma ). There are no features of invasive malignancy in the sections examined. This was after my surgery to remove the cyst last year October. The mass was 3.5cm. I've been having vaginal pain, burning and numbness and also pain in the rectal area even after surgery. The mass has now returned and its 2cm.

I had a hysterectomy at 40, benign lump removed from my breast at 43 and thyroid cancer at 46. Is there a connection?? Interesting!

After recommended to a Gyn specialist, after the appointment, I was suddenly scheduled for a complete hysterectomy a couple weeks ago. No biopsy was performed on my ovaries. Biospy of the uterus proved benign. I'm 48 and though I know menopause draws near, I'm not sure if this is the right decision as heart disease and bone demineralization (osteoporosis) runs in my family. Keeping the ovaries is risky, but having another 4 or 5 years of natural hormone production could be a plus.

Saffari was much more positive about the chances for benign tumor (50/50) and I am very happy to know that as long as it is benign or borderline they can complete the procedure laproscopically.

I just had a hysterectomy the dr. originally told me I had a 7cm cyst in my left ovary When the operation was over he said it was a benign adenocarinoma tumor weighing 6 oz. Isn't adenocarcinoma cancer? could it have been precancerous and was about to turn. My husband heard the same thing .

In 2005 I was diagnosed with borderline mucinous ovca (LMP). I was 32 with no children, so my gyn/onc in Boston suggested we remove the ovary, tube & appendix and follow up with ultrasound and CA125 regularly for the next few years. On Monday I had a laparoscopic cystectomy to remove a probable endometrioma from my left ovary - it was 4cm. I received the path report today and it has come back as a benign mucinous cystadenoma.

I wouldn't think there's any connection between the breast calcification and fibroids. Hysterectomy is a very destructive surgery and you don't need one for fibroids since fibroids are benign. Fibroids shrink after menopause and of course bleeding does too. Hysterectomy trades this temporary problem for a whole new set of permanent problems. You can eat foods high in iron or take iron supplements to increase your iron levels. Taking iron with vitamin C will enhance absorption.

There are a lot of books written by women who are suffering the after effects of hysterectomy and did not get informed consent. And there are entire websites for post-hysterectomy support. There are also some good books about the overuse of hysterectomy by some physicians. A couple that come to mind are "A Gynecologist's Second Opinion" by Dr. William Parker and "The Hysterectomy Hoax" by Dr. Stanley West.

four children, one c -section w/ complications, hysterectomy w/complications in 2008(kept both ovaries) reason for hysterectomy was heavy bleeding and periods for 3 weeks at a time or 2x a month heavy. I had became a severe anemia. I am scheduled for surgery on 9-23-10, HOWEVER I am know worried b/c my Dr. did not even look at the MRI images nor did she give me ALL the findings. I went and got the report myself b/c I wanted clarification. What does all this mean??

m new to forum-after several sonograms and biopsy, dr today advised I should have full hysterectomy-scheduled for Monday. Findings on sonogram-complex cystic mass 3.8x2..2cms, several thick septations. Individual ovarian cysts w thick walls between them or even possibly a folded tubular structure such as hydrosalpinx. There is no free fliud in the cul-de-sac. Results of CA 125 were 6.5 but Dr still feels due to my age(59)and size of cysts there is a possiblity of cancer.

Your question is not that clear. You have a patient? First part of your question: Keep in mind most ovarian cysts are benign. Since I am assuming that a sonogram showed a "complex cyst" warrants a very complete evaluation by a gyn-oncologist surgeon. Second: "all tumor markers are high" it would have been helpfull if you posted which tumor markers were reported(CEA,CA125,LFT's).

parts removed). Their removal, even after menopause, increases risk for heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, hip fracture, dementia, memory and cognition impairment, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, irritability), lung cancer, colorectal cancer, sleep disorders, more severe hot flushes, sexual dysfunction. There have not been as many studies on removal of one ovary but there have been some that show it increases risk for cognitive impairment and dementia as well as colorectal cancer.

Hopefully, you are because the only way to know for sure if a mass is benign or malignant is to have it removed intact and have it biopsied. I was told my mass was either a dermoid or endometrioma and it turned out to be ovarian cancer. Your ovaries are exposed to your entire abdomen and it is very easy for the contents of the mass to spread. So, it is important that you get the best surgery possible. Gyn/oncs can be there to step in and stage you if malignancy is found.

Aside bone issues pelvic pain can be caused due to a few other reasons such as GI or gynaecological issues, renal or urinary tract problems etc. Well, without an evaluation it would be difficult to determine the cause of your pelvic pain. With a vaginal discharge, a gynaecological tract infection is the most likely possibility and it is advised to consult a primary care physician or a gynaecologist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.

There have not been as many studies on removal of one ovary but there have been some that show it also increases risk for some health problems. That is also the case for hysterectomy (uterus removal) even when both ovaries are left in place. I won't go into detail here but the uterus is also vital our whole lives. It has numerous functions - anatomical (organ and skeletal integrity), sexual, and hormonal.

Hello - I'm 46 and just had a hysterectomy for bilaterial ovarian cysts. I actually had 3 cysts and all were benign. Remember 95% of all cysts are benign. Best wishes to your friend.

5cm complex cyst that was shown to be benign on frozen section. My surgeon (long-time gynecologist) even waited for the results of the frozen section and then proceeded to remove the rest of my organs. If there is concern of ovarian cancer, you should see a gynecologic oncologist. But even still, if the cyst is benign, you should not need to lose any parts. You may need to revise your surgical consent form to protect yourself from the unnecessary removal of your ovary and other organs.

Hi: I forgot to include this question in my last post. I am postmenopausal (about a year and a half) & am scheduled for a complete hysterectomy. I read a lot about physical/emotion effects of hysterectomies on premenopausal women, but can't find any information about the physical and emotional effect on women who've already gone through menopause. Is there still some hormonal effect on 'p. m.' women?

Most uterine tumors are fibroids, 99% of which are benign. A myomectomy is the surgery to remove fibroids and leave the uterus in place. Hysterectomy is grossly overused in the U.S. and some other countries when myomectomy would be more appropriate. The uterus has lifelong functions so hysterectomy is associated with permanent and progressive problems.

That might change recommendations for screening for you. For instance, if she had ovarian cancer, you should consider the surgical, prophylactic removal of your ovaries. If it was colon cancer, you should start getting colonoscopies and so on as far as the ultrasound findings: your uterus is normal the hydrosalpinges means that you have fluid in the fallopian tubes. That can happen after an infection that scars the tubes.

t think your sis has OVCA from what you have described above. She is seeing a GYN/oncologist for her hysterectomy which is very smart move since they are specially trained in the area. In most case OVCA is dx from biopsy, US can be a suggestive tool, same for pelvic exam. Please don't assume she has OVCA without any real evidence, the chance she has OVCA is very low. These are just my thoughts and I'm not a dr. Best wish!

My question is if it is benign, mucinous or serous cystadenoma, should I just go for the hysterectomy anyway and get rid of all furture concerns? After this last period of back pain and cramping the prospect of being done with that for good sounds very appealing. I'm 47, two teens, not going to have any more, probably going to start menopause within the next few years anyway. Any advice or things I should consider?

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