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Re: Endometrioma

From: Bernard Cristalli MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 6 Dec 1998 16:42:29 -0600 (CST)


At Sat, 5 Dec 1998, Laura wrote: >
>Two days ago, I had a pelvic tumor removed that the path report stated
>was an endometrioma. It was 8cm x 7cm. I've had this problem for 3
>years- my Dr. thought it was a bartholan cyst. I only really started
>having trouble with my periods in the last 18 months with bleeding or
>spotting for up to 18 days per month. I have been on ortho-tricyclin
>for 4 months with no relief. What is the next course of treatment that
>my Dr. should do? Do I officially have diagnosed endometriosis now?
>Thank you for your advice!!
--

Laura,

A Bartholin cyst is a vulvar tumor. An endometrioma is an endometriosisc ovarian tumor. One next step is to use GnRH analog such as Lupron*.

--
Bernard Cristalli MD CNGOF
AIHP - ACCA
Paris - France
http://www.obgyn.net/corresp/cristalli.htm

note: Opinions here are for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician. It cannot take the place of an examination.




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