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Is 18 Mm Cyst In Left Ovary A Cause For Concern?
Hello I was told by my OB/GYN after having an ultrasound done that I have a fibroid on my uterus and a cyst on my left ovary that measures 18 mm. I have been in pain for the past three weeks with Abdominal cramps,lower back pain,bloating,I ve also been very gassy and have pain shooting through my legs I am very concern that the symptoms are very similar to the symptoms of ovarian cancer. i m not aware of any family members that have been diagnosed with this type of cancer however I am very afraid that this could be a possibility please tell me your thoughts. My OB/GYN also ran a CA 125 tests and results showeda normal range of 18 but I also know this test is not very accurate.
Wed, 4 Nov 2015
Hello,
Welcome to hcm,
Most of the times ovarian cyst is an incidental finding and it will be simple ovarian cyst . As you have fibroids also, if your gynaecologist is planning for any myomectomy or hysterectomy then you can ask them for cystectomy which means removal of ovarian cyst.
Thank you
Welcome to hcm,
Most of the times ovarian cyst is an incidental finding and it will be simple ovarian cyst . As you have fibroids also, if your gynaecologist is planning for any myomectomy or hysterectomy then you can ask them for cystectomy which means removal of ovarian cyst.
Thank you
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