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Ovarian cyst

Sent to Health Experts July 23 2006 at 6:15 AM
   

I have been diagnose with a ovarian cyst. I was diagnosed 5 years ago and my Doctors now say I have one. I think it is the same one. Is it possible to have one this long? The last time I was at the doctor they told me it was a normal cyst and not to worry. I have symptoms that make my body seem like it is pregnant. I have had my tubes tied for 9 years now. I am 35 years old. My periods are normal. My PMS is not. I get the sweats and pain in my lower abdomen I get bloating and nausea. I have bad mood swings. My breast become painful and enlarged. This happens anytime of the month not just with my PMS. So far I do not have any pain with intercourse, but I do not know how much longer I can go on with these symptoms. Do you think I should push having this cyst removed or do you even think this is from the cyst? Can cysts cause hormonal changes in the body? I also have gotten the pregnancy mask on my upper lip. I noticed this about 4 months ago.

 

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July 23 2006 at 9:16 AM (3 hours and 1 minute and 40 seconds later)
         
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All the symptoms you have mentioned are those that can be associated with functional ovarian cysts. The cyst that you have now can be the same one but, most likely a different one all together.

Cysts are fairly common in your age group because small cysts have to form during ovulation and rupture to release an egg. Sometimes, the rupture doesn't happen when it supposed to and it increases in size. A cyst can cause systemic (all over the body) symptoms because normally it is this cyst that talks to the body during the beginning of pregnancy to signal hormonal changes. Its becoming larger and sending a large amount of signals.

Many women opt to have their cysts removed because of these symptoms, it gets too big and rupture risk increases which can damage the ovary, causes pain or has changes in consistency. However, most cysts resolve on their own and the risks of surgery may not outweigh the benefits yet. I would suggest you follow up with your MD in 2-3 months to evaluate the status of the cyst. If nothing changes or your symptoms change, talk about surgery at that time.

The risk of infection and complications from surgery aren't worth removing a cyst that might go away soon anyway. But, of course if you are uncomfortable or feel as though you can't wait for it to resolve on its own, I would talk to your MD about your options.

Hope this helps!
Shyla RN




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