CancerCompass message board discussion started by Kellykat on 5/12/2006 http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,5317,0.htm Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ I have gone through about 6-9 months of doctor's appointments, bloodwork, tests, scans, etc. to address, what I have come to find out, the signs of ovarian cancer. Finally, about 2 weeks ago I was scheduled for an edrometrium oblation to help with my 3-week periods and as part of the prep for the surgery, I had an ultrasound done. During the ultrasound they found a 2" cyst on my left ovary. Since then I had the CA test run on the cyst and the doctor said it came back "on the high borderline of cancer". What does that mean? My doctor has added to the oblation surgery, a laporoscopy and keeps telling me not to worry, but I am concerned. The symptoms have been life-altering and I am concerned that I am not being informed of what is really going on. She said she is going to take the ovary and the cyst and she feels confident that everything is fine. How do you know for sure? I feel very naive about these things and am hoping someone can provide me some feedback. THANK YOU. Kelly Kellykat Fri, 12 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT Kelly I would highly recommend getting a book titled "Ovarian Cancer - Your Guide to Taking Control" by Kristine Conner & Lauren Langford. It was published in 2003 and there was a wealth of information in it. I had a similar situation. Everything turned out fine, but it's also a good idea to get a second opinion. I'm glad I did. Therese F. Sat, 13 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT Kelly: I am sorry that you are going through all of these medical tests but if you have not already discussed your case with a gyno/onc., please get a referral to one immediately. I do not know if your heavy periods really have anything to do with ovarian cancer, however you should be treated, if cancer is suspected, by a specialist. If you review the message before yours you will see a message from an ovarian cancer survivor who lists a website which may also provide you with additional information. I wish you the best of luck and many prays for a complete and speedy recovery. LB/endo. cancer Sthair Sat, 13 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT THANK YOU for the recommendation. I truly feel very naive and would like to be more on top of what is going on and what questions to ask, along with when I should be concerned. Thanks again, Kelly Kellykat Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT I'm not really sure what is going on, I just want to make sure that someone isn't missing something. I will definitely look into a second opinion. Thank You, Kelly Kellykat Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT