Ovarian cyst query

[Alba3]

Hi I had an MRI done recently for intermittent groin and hip pain. The hospital rang me to say that it showed that my ovary appears enlarged about 7x8cm. My doctor has ordered a CA125 and urgent ultrasound. Is this normal procedure? He also said I would need to have the ovary removed!! I am premenopausal and had my other ovary removed a few years ago due to an large complex cyst. I'm nervous about being put into surgical menopause unless it's absolutely necessary. Anyone amy advise? Thank you.

[Katmal-UK]

Hi, sounds normal and to be honest yr GP is on the ball and to be congratulated for being so. I hope things work out well for you xx

[Alba3 in reply to Katmal-UK]

Thank you so much, very reassuring to know. X

[Trickysite]

chat this thru with Ovacome helpline. It is always difficult dealing with what ifs. Best wishes.

[Alba3 in reply to Trickysite]

Thank you very much for your good wishes and for taking the time to reply x

[OvacomeSupport Partner My Ovacome Team]

Hi Alba3

Thank you for your post. I can see that you’ve had some responses from the MyOvacome community which I hope have been helpful. I’m really sorry to hear that you’re feeling nervous at the moment.

The NHS have some information about ovarian cysts which can be found here: nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-c... . This explains that ‘if a GP thinks you may have an ovarian cyst, you'll probably be referred for an ultrasound scan’. The NHS information then outlines that if a cyst is identified, this may be monitored with a further ultrasound scan or a GP may refer to a gynaecologist for specialist guidance. You mentioned in your post about a CA125 test being ordered for you and asked whether this was normal. CA125 is a protein in the blood that can be raised for a range of reasons, including endometriosis, fibroids infection and ovarian cancer. When CA125 is elevated, it can indicate that further investigations are needed to work out what could be causing the rise.

Ovacome also have some information about ovarian cysts that I hope may be useful for you at this time: ovacome.org.uk/what-are-ova... - This page also contains the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists patient information on ovarian cysts before the menopause as well as some clinical guidance for both pre and post menopause.

Have you had the opportunity to discuss your concerns about surgical menopause with your GP or a healthcare professional? They should be able to provide you with some personalised advice relating to your own medical history and circumstances. We have some information about surgical menopause that can be found here on our website: ovacome.org.uk/surgical-men... . However, please bare in mind that this resource is tailored to those who have had a diagnosis of ovarian cancer, so not all the content may be relevant for your individual situation.

As Trickysite says above, the Ovacome support team are here for you if you would like to talk anything through or ask any questions. You can message us directly through this forum, email us via [e-mail] or call our support line on 0800 008 7054. We’re here Monday – Friday, 10am – 5pm.

I hope this information is helpful and that the cause of your hip and groin pain can be identified soon so that you can access any appropriate treatment.

Best wishes

Annie – Ovacome support

[Alba3 in reply to OvacomeSupport]

Thank you so much for all this very helpful advise, I really appreciate it. ❤️

[OvacomeSupport Partner My Ovacome Team in reply to Alba3]

Hi Alba3

No problem at all. Please don't hesitate to let us know if there's anything else we may be able to support you with.

Best wishes

Annie - Ovacome support

[JanCan15]

I had pain in my hip also 7 years ago. All the doctors said it was bursitis but I knew it was different. I had had an ovarian cyst on my R ovary for 10 years. I finally went in to have it checked and it’s grown a little bit. Decided to get my ovary removed before it got bigger. Didn’t even think cancer since the doc said nothing. It was ovarian cancer. So thankful my hip made me go get it out. I know surgical menopause isn’t fun. I was 42 but it saved my life. Good luck and keep us posted!!!