Period changes

Sorry if this is not allowed. I just need some advice or anyone that relates to my symptoms and what their outcomes were? Currently not sleeping through worrying. 

I had noticed about six month ago that I was really bloated all the time and my periods were slightly irregular and could feel pain in my left ovary. I went to the docs, they did an ultrasound, smear, couple of blood tests (don't know whtlat for) and swabs. All came back clear.

For the last 2 month however, my period has been barely there and lasted for a day. Black and very very painful for the first time. The pain in my left ovary has gotten worse and every single day I'm extremely bloated. I rang the doctors and she wants to repeat smear test and do some blood tests even though I asked to be referred to gyni and they had been done 6 months ago and nothing was found. Feels like wasted time when I really need answers sooner. I felt like 6 months ago I was getting my warning, and now something really bad is happening. Has anyone experienced anything like this? What was the outcome? 

Do you also think I should push to go straight to gynaecologist? 

Any help and advice would be appreciated. 

Tia 

 

  • Hi Gee2100,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I can imagine this is causing some concern, although it's good that your doctor is looking into this further. If you feel you should be referred or if you have concerns about the doctor repeating previous tests, you can raise it directly with your GP or you could ask for a second opinion from a different doctor.

    You are also welcome to give our nurses a call if you feel you'd like to talk things through. You can reach them on freephone 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator