Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Does Dark Shadow On An Ultrasound Report Suggest?
I recently had an ultrasound because of light post menopausal spotting. I am 67 years old, two live births, one miscarriage. The uterus was small and the ovaries could not be seen. But near where one of the ovaries should have been was a 10 cm dark shadow. A PET scan is to be scheduled soon. I am otherwise very healthy and active. Should I be be worried?
Thu, 11 Apr 2019
Hi,
As anticipated, ovaries are atrophied at this age. The nature of the dark shadow would get ascertained by PET scan or you may need a laparoscopy.
It might be a benign growth, fluid-filled cyst, post caesarian adhesions or enlarged lymph nodes. It also needs evaluation to rule out malignancy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
As anticipated, ovaries are atrophied at this age. The nature of the dark shadow would get ascertained by PET scan or you may need a laparoscopy.
It might be a benign growth, fluid-filled cyst, post caesarian adhesions or enlarged lymph nodes. It also needs evaluation to rule out malignancy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....