Got the plan---removal of cyst and ovary scheduled for Tuesday. Doc is going to try laproscopic. She did my hyster and tubal and both times had to move to open surgery but she wants to at least give lap a try. Ordered CA-125. My biggest concern is forced menopause1
Thanks! I have since found out it is complex and is 4.1 x 5.1 x 4.1 cm. I have an appt this morning with my gyno to discuss the plan............
Is your cyst complex? Generally, a cyst over 5cm that is complex will need to be surgically removed because it has a higher chance of being malignant or rupturing. Still, the majority of these do turn out to benign. Unfortunately, both benign and malignant cysts cause the same types of symptoms as they grow. If your cysts is 5cm and complex, then I would not recommend the "watch and wait" approach, but rather ask for a referral to a gynecologic oncologist. These doctors have the most experience in removing malignant tumors and their skill can make a difference in your proper staging, treatment and overall prognosis. Here are a couple of links that have some good information:
http://oreilly.com/medical/news/ovarian_ten_things.html
http://www.wcn.org/findadoctor/
I hope all turns out to benign. Most cysts do...even complex ones. Good luck to you!