WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for March, 2002: Re: sonogram shows fibroid tumors

Re: sonogram shows fibroid tumors

From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 31 Mar 2002 13:19:54 -0600 (CST)

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At Sun, 31 Mar 2002, Sherry wrote: >
>I just got the results of my sonogram, but won't be seeing my Dr. for 2
>weeks. Can someone help me understand where I'm at. Lot's of info on
>the internet,
>but they use vague terms like large and small, etc. Here's what my lab
>report says.
>
> Endometrium measures 5mm. Uterus is 11.3 x 5.7 x 7.4
>
> hemorrhagic Nabothian Cyst 1.8 x .8 x 2 cm.

>From what I have read here in the archives, Nabothian cysts are common.
And if I recall, usually are not treated....being that it is hemorragic, well, I don't know :(...

>
>4 fibriods, All being roughly the same in size, the largest is 3.8 x 2.8
>x 3.1 cm. Also, 2 are in contact with the endometrium.
>
>There is free fluid on the cul-de-sac and right adnexa. What the heck
>is this?

Adnexa is the ovary area if I am not mistaken. Fluid can sometimes show if an ovarian cyst has ruptured.

>
> right ovary contains follicle 2.2 x 2.3 x 1.5.

Are you ovulating?

>
>I know there are lot's of treatment options. I'm 45, have 5 grown kids,
>don't need anymore, so the thought of infertility doesn't bother. I
>just
> want to make the best long term decision.
>
>Any guidance will be appreciated. Waiting 2 weeks to get more info is
>going to be excruciating!

You are right, it can be excruciating. Call the Dr. and see if you can get in sooner. If you have the report, I am sure he has it. But take it with you just in case he doesn't. Maybe he will be willing to discuss the findings over the phone.

>
> Thanks

--
Robin

I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional.
Please consult your with your own MD for advice and treatment.
No private emails, please.

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