Hello KeeleyO

I'm sorry to hear about the ongoing health problems that you're dealing with. It sounds like it's been a really difficult time for you and I can understand why you're feeling so exhausted and run down by the whole situation. 

Whilst it's good to hear that the MRI didn't raise any immediate concerns with the MDT it obviously doesn't help in the here and now. Have you been told how long you'll need to wait to see the new Specialist? Hopefully, it won't be too long but it's worth giving them a call and maybe asking if they have any cancellation appointments available. 

I do hope that the Consultant can get this sorted for you and that things improve for you soon. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Ovarian cysts cause bloating as well as heavy bleeding, pain in lower abdomen, pain in lower back, fatigue.

I've found that the abdominal bloating is persistent- doesn't go away no matter what changes in diet I make, can feel like period cramps at times, isn't present all the time but keeps popping up, can result in weight gain due to all the bloat on my stomach. I'm finding it very hard to lose weight-I think the ovarian cyst is stopping me because I walk several times a week and I eat healthily. I'm due to get the ovarian cyst removed via surgery soon. There'll be a biopsy done on it to see if it's cancerous-Ive been told it's unlikely but there's a small chance it could be. It's affected my mood- like you, I'm exhausted. A lot of foods bloat me out- fizzy drinks, alcohol, sweeteners..the list goes on. 

I have fibroids as well but they're small-think they can cause heavy bleeding. 

You can get a Ca125 test-ask your GP. It's a blood test..only takes 5 minutes to do. It's not fully reliable but can indicate cancer if results are abnormal or something benign like endometriosis, benign ovarian cyst etc.