Welcome to Cancer Chat, Mands.

I see from your post that you are worried about some symptoms you have.  The best thing to do is to go and see your doctor about these problems, so I was glad to hear that you booked an appointment to see your GP. 

When you are worried that you may have cancer, it can be tempting to look for answers on an online forum, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better.  And the only person that can diagnose you is your doctor.  

I hope everything turns out OK for you.

Best wishes,

Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

Hi Mands32,

What was the result of their findings? Did you have to have a surgery to take it out? I'm currently going through something similar and just waiting for a referral appointment. I hope it all worked out well for you. 

Hello Mands

I'm going through something very similar at the minute. I had a pelvic MRI on Tuesday for a complex cyst and I'm anxiously waiting on the results. I keep bursting into tears, imagining not being here with my partner and dogs. It is a scary time. Every time the phone rings I jump.

Anyway, just wanted to let you know, my thoughts are with you too. 

Hello Lampy

I'm going through similar too. Waiting on results from a pelvic mri earlier in the week for a complex cyst. Pretty scared, so I know how you feel too. 

Sorry to hear that Imorrisey. If it's any consolation to you I have been told it's most likely endometriosis. Unfortunately my CA125 levels came back really high (398) so I have to be referred to gynea oncology because it will need to be operated by multi disciplinary team. Very confusing for me. But I'm hanging onto the fact it's 99% not malignant cyst. 
I hope you get some answers soon. The waiting is the worst!

Hi Lampy and [@lmorrissey]‍,

I'm just reaching out as I noticed you were both hoping to hear back from Mands32.

Unfortunately Mands32 hasn't been on the forum since 2019 so you may not hear back from them.

If that turns out to be the case, you could try connecting with some of our members on more recent and active discussions you find about this topic but in the meantime I'm glad you found each other and wish you both well on your journeys.

If either of you would like to discuss your situation with one of our cancer nurses, you can do so on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. You can also make a post in their section of the forum just here.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

Hi sorry to hear that you are going through this, my bilateral complex ovarian cysts were benign, the left was wrapped in extensive adhesions that took over 4 1/2 hours to remove l fortunately had an oncology surgeon who was used to difficult surgery. The left side pain one of my symptoms has now subsided . I was pleased to have the surgery as they can be precancerous lm over 65. 
l hope you have the same outcome and all is well 

Susie

Hello

I'm sorry I'm only responding now, I guess I've been trying to take a break from the constant worry - pretty unsuccessfully if I'm honest.  My MRI result indicates that they think I have a large dermoid cyst on my left ovary, and two functional cysts on my right ovary, plus a couple of uterine fibroids.  I have been referred to NHS gynae consultant but have been told that despite it being an urgent referral, it will be November at the earliest before I am seen.  I am currently waiting to hear back from Benenden to see if I can get a gynae consultant appointment any quicker through them.

My stomach feels very tight and bloated some days, and I am having increasing constipation.  I have been back and forward to the GP about it, but she is useless and just suggests increasing the laxado sachets. My partner and friends try to reassure me that I don't have cancer and that everything is benign, but I know that they won't actually know until the cyst is removed and tested, and my increasing trouble going to the loo is really stressing and worrying me.

Anyway, sorry for the rant!

Take care