Hysterectomy and ovarian cysts
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I have found in my practice, that if I suppress both cysts AND menstrual periods with depot Lupron, and it HELPS, then a hysterectomy likely will too. If is doesn't help, a hysterectomy likely won't. Chronic pain is very poorly understood, and has to do with how the nerves of the body "remember" pain. It also often leads to depression (not vice versa as many doctors would suggest).
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Even though you may not want any more children, you are too young for a hysterectomy. The bleeding can be stopped with help of haemostatic medicines and with use of hormones like progestins. Also a D&C may sometimes be necessary to stop the bleeding. The ovarian cysts need further evaluation regarding their size and nature. Many of the cysts in young women respond to birth control pills or regress spontaneously. Hence it would be best to consult a gynaecologist for an evaluation.
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.
I had 2 large ovarian cysts removed last May along with a full hysterectomy. I had suffered from the time I can remember with Heavy periods and also bad cramps. I had endometriosis which destroyed my insides ...I am not aware that size matters regarding ovarian cysts..I would discuss your options with your doctor. I didnt want a hysterectomy..because of hormones, menopause etc... i was 40 at the time. I was told if there was cancer or anything susipicous I would need the hysterectomy.
The "mixed solid and cystic lesion" sounds like a complex cyst. MOST ovarian cysts, even complex ones, are benign (non-cancerous). And the "no internal vascularity" is an indication that it is benign. I would think the lack of inflammation is also a good sign as well as the lack of fluid in the pouch of Douglas and "no adnexal masses or cysts."
The dimensions "51 x 45 x 39mm" converts to "5.1 x 4.5 x 3.9cm.
I have been experiencing severe pain and discomfort from a combination of ovarian cysts and fibroids for 3 years now. I was treated with birth controls pills and then steroids and nothing has worked. I just got back the results of my most recent ultrasound. I have 2 cysts on an ovary and 2 fibroids. The doctor has talked to me about a myomectomy option vs. hysterectomy for the fibroid removal. I don't know which way to go on this.
s my question. They have picked up a complex ovarian cyst measuring 7 cm on my left ovary and a simple cyst measuring 4 cm on my right ovary. My ovaries are enlarged as is my uterus. The obgyn sent me for a series of bloodtests to check and see if it is indeed ovarian cancer. When he did the pelvic exam he said the mass on my left ovary is growing into my uterus.
My sister died of ovarian cancer as did my first cousin. They are pretty sure my mom carries the gene.
(In my town, that was a reproductive endocrinologist, but your regular ob/gyn could find out.) If all that you have is ovarian cysts and endometriosis, removing the one ovary if it is compromised by the cysts, and removing the endometriosis, seems like it would be more to the point. If a specialist who is good at getting all the endometriosis tells you that your present plan is the only way, then go for it.
Is this a typical symptom with ORS and ovarian cysts? Also, I am in the military. They mis-diagnosed my cervical stenosis for over 9 months and finally rushed me into emergency surgery when a civilian doc looked at me for 2 seconds. When I went to the ER this last time I was told they couldn't figure out what was wrong and maybe it would just go away. I then went back a week later with my stomach distended twice it's normal size. I was told that it was all in my head.
I have a history of ovarian cysts as large as 10cm and have had 2 surgeries in the past with one surgery involving removal of my right ovary. After being infertile for 8 years, I did get preganant after that and had 2 children. For 8 years after, I have had no symptoms or pain. In May/June the pain/discomfort came back. Had ultrasound and had 2 cysts. One 5cm, the other one 3 cm. The small one was complex with 10 compartments and the doctor didn't like it.
98% of all ovarian cysts are benign. Most women have several benign ovarian cysts in a life time. Uterine cancer and ovarian are not related which is weird. It is good they are checking. It may all turn out to be benign endometriosis. In the old days if you were past child bearing years they would do a hysterectomy. Now they know how important ovaries are to a woman's over all health and do not take them. Just because they test for cancer does not mean everyone has it.
I had a ovarian cystectomy in 1986, total abdominal hysterectomy in 1994, bilateral salipingoophrectomy and ovarian cysts removed in 2005. This year I had a CAT scan for another medical issue and it was discovered that I had masses both right and left adenxal area. I went to the Cancer Institute of NJ for a consultation with a GYN/Oncologist. After numerous tests including MRI, Ultrasounds, CA-125 (negative) and I had lab work done which indicated I was premenopausal.
I have been having lower abdomen problems (burning constantly) for about a year. I have been seeing a Gastroenterologist and have numerous test done and have been diagnosed with GERD and Barretts Esophagus and IBS. I take medication and watch what I eat but nothing helps. I had a CT Scan for these problems and it showed a cystic mass on my ovary so I had to go to my Gyn and had a Pelvic Sonogram. I have read that sometimes Ovarian Cancer can have the same symptoms as these other problems.
Mood disorders seem fairly common even when ovaries are not removed. Since ovarian function is impaired after hysterectomy, that may explain the mood changes. But the uterus may also have some mood regulating substances.
And just to let you know, she got a laparoscopic hysterectomy done in 2009 July to get that out.
And of course, they even took out her uterus and both ovaries, citing future complications. Which resulted in lower back spasms/pain and still continues till this day.
Also she gained weight somehow.
So i suggest you get a clear picture of all pros & cons before opting for the best possible solution in your case.
I am surprised it doesn't say it's a simple cyst or a complex cyst or use any other adjective to describe the cyst.
Cysts are commonly benign, although the source of your heavy bleeding needs to be defined. Most conditions can be treated surgically but usually do not require hysterectomy. If you see a surgeon and he says you need hysterectomy, ask why he says that and ask if there aren't other less drastic procedures that will solve the problem.
There is some fluid seen within the endocervical canal. My ovaries are normal in size but there are simple bilatral ovarian cysts measuring 1.7 x 1.7 x 1.4 cm and 0.8 x 1.1 x 0.8 cm with additional follicles noted within the left ovary. No free intrapelvic fluid noted.
I would like to know my treatment options.
I began experiencing menopausal symptoms within the last 6 months and was prescribed estrogen 2 months ago. My mother was diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer 18 months ago. She and my sister are BRCA1+, but I am negative. I have no personal history of cancer.
From your experience, is it likely that I'll need surgery soon? Are there any alarming indicators in my description that might point to it being malignant? I'm seeing the doctor soon, but too worried to sleep.
I am not over weight, 42 years old and do have a family history of ovarian cancer on mothers side but my mother did not have ovarian cancer - she had a full hysterectomy at age 40. Should I go ahead and have my ovary removed?
I have had issues so often with repeated ovarian cysts ever since 2011 when I had a hysterectomy. This past Friday was the third time I was in the ER since November 2017 because of the excrusiting pain from it. And because of my age of being 43 and not yet having gone through menopause they really want to conserve my ovaries not even by just taking one out and leaving one in they want to conserve both of them.
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