WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for October, 2001: Re: Falopian tube Cysts

Re: Falopian tube Cysts

From: Lynn D. Montgomery, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 18 Oct 2001 05:44:48 -0500 (CDT)

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At Wed, 17 Oct 2001, Amy wrote: >
>I recently had an ultrasound that discovered several 3-5 cm cysts in my
>falopian tubes. My doctor also said I have a bad case of endometriosis,
>as well as a tilted uterus with a septum. I am 26 years old and ready
>to have children. What are my chances, and the best course of action to
>take in order to increase my chances of having children? Also, how do
>cysts in the falopian tubes differ from ovarian cysts? Thank you!

First, in my mind, there is no earthly way to differentiate cysts of the fallopian tube from ovarian cysts via ultrasound. Further, cysts the size you describe are somewhat unusual for cysts associated with the fallopian tube. Second, one cannot make the diagnosis of endometriosis via ultrasound. Third, unless he injected fluid into the uterus at the time of the ultrasound, he cannot determine whether or not you have a uterine septum... Lynn

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Lynn D. Montgomery, MD
Director, Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Rocky Mountain Perinatal Center
Missoula, Montana

**Note:  Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship.  This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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