Complex ovarian cyst

[tgvgirl]

I am 47 and have had a complex cyst for 2 years, we were just watching it.  I am now having a total hyst. I also have endo and lost my left ovary to an endometrioma 15 years ago. I believe this is the same thing. There is both solid and cystic components in the cyst. There are no walls or free fluid or nodules. On the last US it had shrunk to just under 3cm from 5. This does sound like an endomerioma right? I am a liitle worried and have a gynoc doing the surgery. Has any my age had this? It really is only sore around my period. I'm just concerned please respond if you can help me out. Thanks.

[hopeshell]

I think that sounds great that it has shrunk in size!  Usually, ovarian cancer will not shrink at all!   I battled endometriosis for many years and endometriomas are notorious for causing this type of cyst.  

But, I was only 37 when my mass did turn out to be ovarian cancer.  It was suspected to be either an endometrioma (based on past history) or a dermoid (my gyn's best guess).   But, frozen section during surgery determined it was malignant.  I was very blessed because it was early staged and I have been cancer free for four years now.  

So, never lose the hope and know that even if the worst dx is made, you can make it and be cured!  I think your particular case sounds very promising that it is not malignant!

Best Wishes,

Shelly

[Sconnie]

Hi There, the cyst is quite small, and the fact that it has reduced in size suggests this is nothing sinister and probably an endometrioma like you have had previously.

Best Wishes Yvonne x