2ww gynaecology referral for possible ovarian cancer

I recently had ultrasound scans because of periods lasting 2 weeks plus and some spotting. 

The GP called a couple of days ago to say the scan shows a cyst in there right adnexa - she said it could just be a straightforward cyst but it could also be a sign of ovarian cancer. She said this was less likely at my age (I'm 32). 

She has referred me on 2ww for gynaecology and ordered urgent blood tests which I had yesterday.

I have had a text notification of my gynae appointment but it doesn't give any details of what that will involve. 

When I asked the GP they said they might want to do another scan and depending on that maybe a laparoscopy. 

Just after some advice as to what I can expect to happen at this appointment? As there was no instrtfor example to have a full bladder like on previous scan as it was just a text rather than a letter.

Secondly, if a laparoscopy was required to explore/remove the cyst, how long is the recovery likely to take? I am also a bit worried I am overweight and carry most of my weight around my tummy - would that cause problems with a lapatand would it affect recovery??

Thank you 

  • Hi   I hope you’re feeling ok and not too anxious. I am in a similar situation to you but my ca125 was raised. I have a 9cm cyst and have been told I will need surgery to have it removed. I had an MRI followed by a CT scan. I’m not saying this exactly what will happen to you, just sharing the route I’ve been down so far.

    wishing you all the best and here if you ever need someone to talk to x

  • Hello sunflowergirl123 and thanks for getting back to us with an update, 

    A septation means a cyst has one or more partitions inside it dividing the cyst into more than one area. This can be a feature of complex cysts as opposed to simple cysts which don't have any partitions.  

    Keyhole surgery is a less likely surgical option with larger cysts but deciding what is best is probably a case by case decision so it is something to ask your consultant about. 

    If you haven't seen it already The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists have a patient leaflet about ovarian cysts which you can read at this link.

    I hope you find out more soon and that everything is ok.

    Give us a call if you ever want to talk things over, our number is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and we are around weekdays 9-5.

    Best wishes,

    Julia

  • Thank you for that info. Hoping to get some more news soon as the waiting is horrid!