As someone who never has any health
issues, i've got a couple of questions
about some "stuff" that's been going on.
To start off with, i've only had one
period since may, and that was back in
september. Before, I was always pretty
regular, about 45 days or so - I should
have gone to the doctor before, but as is
my fashion, I put it off.
Then, last week, I went to the urgent care
place here with some pretty bad abdominal
pain - it was usually ok if I was sitting
down, but laying flat and moving jarred
it. They ran a few tests then referred me
to a gynocologist. After an exam, she
ordered an ultrasound, which I just got
back from. The doctor there said it would
take a few days to get the report back,
but that the ovary on the right side
(where i'd had the pain) was enlarged.
Should I be concerned, or is this
something i'll just end up devoted money
to find out that doesn't really matter?
Any input would be appreciated!!
Thanks!!!
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nutty nut
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 25 Nov 2004 Posts: 4 Location: UK
Posted: 11-29-04 19:56pm
Did they tell you what type of cyst it
was? Fluid or solid mass?
Sometimes cysts can go away on their own
accord but I did read that all cysts need
to be watched.
It depends on the cysts size and type on
what action needs to be taken. From what
I can remember cysts that go away on their
own accord normaly go after a few months
so even if it doesnt need immediate
treatment you will still have to be
monitored.
If you find out the size of it and if it
is a solid mass or not I might be able to
help more.
Your period problems are probably due to
you having the cyst but being unaware of
it up until now.
Hope this helps.
Take care and let me know how you get on!
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penguinmud
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 26 Nov 2004 Posts: 7
Posted: 11-30-04 09:22am
Thanks so much for the info, nutty nut!
They didn't say if was a fluid or solid
mass - I guess maybe that's what i'll find
out when they get the results back from
the ultrasound.
I guess the reason I thought I might be
concerned was the length of time i've been
having issues with my period - i'd read
that most "functional" cysts usually go
away on their own over the course of a few
months - i've been having this problem for
going on six months now.
At any rate, thank you again so much -
i'll let you know more details when I get
the results from the ultrasound back.
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PattyV
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 01 May 2004 Posts: 1103 Location: Chicago area
Posted: 12-01-04 10:45am
The cyst could be the reason for your
missed periods.I would see what the report
says and if the doc says you can watch
it,then fine.If there are other procedures
recommended,get a second opinion,just to
be sure.Yes,this does cost some money,but,
this is your health you are talking
about,not a pair of shoes!Best to
you!Patty
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BeckLyn
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 04 Nov 2004 Posts: 476
Posted: 12-01-04 10:59am
Yeah, I would say a cist. And it can
cause big problems if not treated. It's
a good thing u went to the doc. Hope
everything turns out ok, let us know what
the results r.
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kitty2luv
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 22 Oct 2004 Posts: 1089 Location: with my love
Posted: 12-01-04 11:35am
I have them but they never messed up my
period .... So why would it satrt now im
2 weeks late for my period
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penguinmud
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 26 Nov 2004 Posts: 7
Posted: 12-01-04 16:54pm
I just called to find out about a report
and the nurse told me everything is
"completely normal."
doesn't answer my question about why all
the missed periods or why I was told the
ovary was enlarged, but at least I know
everything's ok. What a birthday
present!!
Think i'll probably try a different doctor
next time - i'm pretty sure the priority
of these folks is to get people in and get
people out as quickly as possible.
Anyway, thanks for all the help and info -
this is really quite a community here -
you're all great!! Thanks again!
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PattyV
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 01 May 2004 Posts: 1103 Location: Chicago area
Posted: 12-01-04 20:18pm
I agree that you need a new doc!I would
want to have a little more info as well.If
you cannot talk with the doctor to get a
little more info,that's not a good
sign.Best of luck to you.Patty
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