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Mass found on IVF scan

CT1986
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Hi,

I'm just looking for some support. Three weeks ago I had a scan and everything was great to start IVF on my next cycle.

fast forward 3 weeks. Medication in the fridge ready and I went to the clinic for my baseline scan ready to start. 
Something wasn't right. The nurse went to get the doctor who confirmed that I have developed a 3cm solid mass with the cystic structure. She's unsure what it is as it's not in my uterus nor my ovary. She said we should skip this cycle and scan again in two weeks to see if it's gone. If it's the same size she wants to carry out the C125 test and can't say if it's something I should be worried about. 
I'm petrified. The thought of waiting two weeks and her being so unsure is worrying me beyond words. I phoned my GP to ask for support or see if they could help in anyway at all but apparently I missed the time I could speak with a doctor.

Should I be worried and prepare myself for the worst? I can't believe it's just come from nowhere in 3 weeks. Any support would be much appreciated. Trying to stay strong for my son and partner x

 

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    Hello CT1986, 

    A big welcome to Cancer Chat. I can completely understand why you are feeling like this especially as just three weeks ago you had a scan and this solid mass was not detected at the time. Having to wait two weeks to see if it's gone must be really nerve-racking for you but if you can, and to help you feel less anxious, try and keep distracted and focused on other things until you have the scan again. I know it's really hard but try not to anticipate what it might be and resist the urge to look things up on Google - it won't be long now until you find out more. I think it would be a good idea to try and ring the GP again for support and hopefully you will manage to get hold of a doctor this time. 

    I hope that you will meet others here who have been in a similar situation and that they will be along shortly to share their story with you. Keep us updated if you get a chance on how things go with your scan. We're keeping everything tightly crossed for you and wish you the very best of luck with your IVF treatment.

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

     

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