Stabbing pain in upper side and ovarian cyst/swelling, feeling worried.

I was diagnosed with a 3.5cm ovarian cyst on my left ovary last April. Went for 12 week follow up and it was still there but thankfully was the same size. At this scan the sonographer said she couldn't see my right ovary because of too much gas. I didn't have time to get a transvaginal scan done as my 3 kids were in the waiting room, she said to wait and see what my GP said.

She put in my notes the right ovary was clear and that I 'refused the transvaginal scan! I was furious. I was referred to gynaecology, and at a few visits to my GP because symptoms were getting worse (constipation, bloating, pain, etc) my GP said she felt swelling on my right side and recommended an ultrasound twice. Both times I was refused and told to wait for my gynaecology appointment, however GP put in my gynaecology as more urgent as was having pain and CA125 was slowly rising (not over 35 but rising between appointments 2 weeks apart). 

Got my gynaecology appointment through for 3 weeks from now, however I've now had a stabbing, sharp pain in my right side for past week which feels internal and not muscular. Just wondering if anyone with or without a diagnosis has experienced this? Should I contact my GP or wait 3 weeks? It is worrying me a lot that it might mean I do have a cyst on my right, and because it's not been seen by a scan.

  • I'm sorry to hear about the cyst/swelling that has been found and for the worry your current symptoms are causing purpleraspberry.

    If this stabbing/sharp pain has got worse, or hasn't improved since you made this post, then it may be worth getting in touch with your GP to update them on the situation as they'll be in the best position to advise and let you know what to do whilst you wait for your appointment.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar position will share their thoughts and advice with you soon as well but if you'd like to speak with one of our cancer nurses about this, they are available Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m on 0808 800 4040. They will do all they can to answer your questions and put your mind at ease whilst you wait.

    This must be a very worrying and anxious time purpleraspberry but we are here for you and sending all our support your way.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator