Ovarian cancer or tumour, confused!

Hi all. I'm new to this so apologies if I am posting wrongly.

In September my dr urgently ref me for a scan as I had a bloated stomach and she could feel something. My blood results came back with enhanced tumour markers and scan showed a huge mass on my right ovary. The consultant is operating on monday, removing the tumour, full hysterectomy and appendices. . I haven't yet had a biopsy taken as the tumour is so large it has to be removed. During a phone call my Dr openly referred to ovarian cancer, but at first consultation the consultant said it was 50/50 on being cancer or begnine. However at pre op appointment he said once they remove it they will send it off to be graded.

I am now totally confused as on one hand they seem to be suggesting it is cancer but also hedging their bets. Is this normal or should I be concerned? Any advice would be great please as I am getting confused and want to be prepared as much as possible. Many thanks for reading.

  • Hi Jendu,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to read about what you're going through at the moment, I can imagine this is difficult and confusing.

    Unfortunately I'm not able to help out with your questions. The best thing would be to discuss this with your doctor so that you can be fully informed.

    If you would like to speak to our nurses, who may be able to help out with further information, you can reach them on 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    I hope you're able able to find out more soon.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator