WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for October, 2007: Re: OVARIANCANCER: Cyst after partial hysterectomy

Re: OVARIANCANCER: Cyst after partial hysterectomy

From: D. Ashley Hill, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 28 Oct 2007 21:08:11 -0500 (CDT)

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Nikki-

Without knowing your age and the size of the cyst in cm and whether or not the cyst is "simple" or "complex" it's not possible to give you much of an answer. Generally simple cysts, which are filled with fluid, will go away on their own. We almost always watch them for a few months in premenopausal women. Complex cysts, however, are harder to manage, and gynecologists are more apt to want to remove the cyst or the entire ovary, depending on age and what the cyst looks like during surgery. If you are in doubt, please get a second opinion. Best wishes,

At Sun, 28 Oct 2007, Nikki wrote: >
>I had a CT scan done two days ago the revealed a "baseball" size ovarian
>cyst on my remaining ovary. My MD was adament about getting it tested
>and out quickly. I fought infertility and was never able to concieve
>and had so many problems with my period that I had a partial
>hysterectomy four years ago. I am concerned that I am at a higher risk
>for this being cancer after researching online. My abdomen is very
>bloated and that was the main reason I went to the doc in the first
>place. Any info or guidence would be very appreciated.
>
>The pain is increasing but I do not have health insurance, is there a
>possibility that this cyst will take care of itself given the size and
>other factors?
>
>Thanks again!!

-- D. Ashley Hill, MD Division Director, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology Florida Hospital Orlando Medical Director Loch Haven Ob/Gyn Group 235 East Princeton Street, #200 Orlando, Florida 32804 http://www.lochhavenobgyn.com

Please understand that due to time constraints I am unable to answer any personal emails, therefore they will receive no response.

These comments are general educational comments and should not be construed as specific medical advice. The best person to answer your health care questions is your physician or other health care provider. Thank you very much.

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