Hello…

[Nikki_55]

Hi…

I have had ongoing stomach/gastro issues for a while… about 10 days ago I had a ct scan which revealed my existing ovarian cyst had grown from 9cm to 26cm… bit of a shock for me but explains the pain and other issues I have been having. I had an urgent referral to the gynaecologist, a face to face appointment tomorrow. They are saying possibly cancer as I am post menopausal and have symptoms… not sure what I am asking on here but just wanted to sound off a little… thanks for reading 🤗

[SuffolkJen]

Hi, sorry that you find yourself (maybe) needing this forum.

I expect you will have a CA125 blood test tomorrow as that’s the usual protocol if cancer is suspected.

Remember you don’t know that’s what it is until you are told, and that can take a while to diagnose, so try to not get too ahead on things (easier said than done I know) but either way there will be a plan for you going forward.

I sincerely hope it is not OC and wish you the best outcome tomorrow xx Jen

[Nikki_55 in reply to SuffolkJen]

Thank you so much for the reply Jen… means a lot to me. I am hoping for the best outcome… xxx Nikki

[Schnauzer19]

I’m sorry you find yourself in this position, there’s no point in me saying try not to worry as of course you’re going to be worried, I always feel in these situations I’d like to be put in a deep sleep and woken up when they have answers but unfortunately, as SuffolkJen said, it will take a bit of time to know exactly what’s in front of you. But if it does turn out to be cancer, just because it’s grown much bigger doesn’t mean it’s spread anywhere else and even if it has there are so many treatments now that you will get through it. I really hope it’s benign, please let us know how you get on. Sally xx

[Nikki_55 in reply to Schnauzer19]

Thank you sally… it means a lot to have all this support and I will update when I know for sure. Xx

[Newbery3]

Thinking of you in your meeting, one step at a time now ok. Don't google anything X

[Nikki_55 in reply to Newbery3]

Thank you so much x

[Leniko]

best of luck to you, and no matter what, I would have that ovary removed

[Nikki_55 in reply to Leniko]

Thank you… I am 55 so I hope to get everything removed! X

[Leniko in reply to Nikki_55]

I did and am glad I did.

[Pawpaw22]

All you can do is try and be calm. It's easier said than done. When I was told the large abdominal mass was two large cysts joied by some "unknown" growth I was terrified. Wishing you peae at each step.

[Nikki_55 in reply to Pawpaw22]

Thank you so much… the waiting is quite stressful… I hope you are doing well now… xx

[Pawpaw22 in reply to Nikki_55]

Thank you. I am all clear. 8 months of my life. You hold on. Find a lovely peaceful spot in your mind, cuddle a wheat bag, a few deep breaths, and away you go. It helps.

[Lirene]

Bless you with prayers and love Lx

[Nikki_55 in reply to Lirene]

Thank you so much xx

[Maxandralf]

may we’ll be benign. Push for surgery soon.

[Nikki_55 in reply to Maxandralf]

Thank you… I am having anaesthetic assessment next week… and gynaecologist appointment after to let me know what is going to happen. I have an appointment Monday to asses my blood clots…