Turns out I have a 6.5cm cyst on one of my ovaries. Actually, as the tech panned the ultrasound over she was like "Oh. Yes. This explains it." She then pointed at this tiny little sliver of tissue around the cyst and said "do you see that? That is the only bit of healthy ovarian tissue I can see. The rest is completely covered." She noted in the report that the cyst could be a classic cyst, or it could be a mass of endometriosis. Awesome.
The other ovary, not wanting to be left out, was not where it is suppose to be. Apparently the endo moved in and decided it was all for rearranging the furniture. So... those two things explain the pain. That and the fact that there is most likely a lot of endo in there they can't see on the ultrasound. Looks like I am heading directly for the OR, no passing go, no $200. Or at least, no $200 for me. I am sure this surgery will put more than $200 in several people's pockets.
Since my doctor was out of town I have to wait for a call from someone today or tomorrow to find out what he thinks. The Nurse Practitioner said they would basically just be calling to tell me my surgery date. She said not to worry, they should be able to get me in before my next cycle. Please god let that be true. I really don't thing I can make it through a repeat of last month. My eyes fill with tears every time I even think about it. It's not right to be terrified of your period.
Just in case you are still wanting to vote. We are in 17th. Yes, this thing lasts forever. I totally agree.
Oh sweetie, I am so sorry you're in so much pain. I hope they can do something soon to help.
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Thank you, friend. It is always nice to have answers, so I feel better just knowing the cyst is there!
DeleteI'm sorry you're in so much pain. It hurts so bad and no one should be in fear of their period because of the pain. Hugs!
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DeleteI know this pain Sarah and it's not a pretty one. Endometriosis is messing up our lives! I can't wait till a cure is found for this. :(
ReplyDeleteThank you! I am just excited to have the surgery done so I can go back to feeling normal!
DeleteWhen you described it before I had a feeling it was a cyst. It is so miserable. I know surgery is not fun but you will feel better after it's over. No one understands the pain unless they have had it. Prayers for you!
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DeleteOh sweetie, so sorry I missed this! I have been so bad lately at keeping up with everyone and everything! I knew you were having pain but only just read this update. I'm sorry to hear what's going on, but glad you've got a date for surgery! Nothing ever showed on my ultrasounds (I know Endo doesn't but I was always confused by how everything apparently looked normal and yet when they operated they found everything stuck together, twisted and out of place. It baffles me slightly!) Anyway, my point was, at least you have *some* idea of hat's been causing the pain, even though you don't know for sure if it's a classic cyst or a mass of Endo and what else is lurking in there. I shall be thinking of you tons, my friend xx
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