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pennyb
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13 years ago

Just when I was feeling normal

Hi everyone, hope this finds you feeling well. I have been having some ultrasounds done for my abdominal pain on and off since November last year. My last ultrasound showed a 5cm cyst which I have bleed into and should be the reason I am in pain. I have had this cyst off and on since November. GP said we can look at again in 2 months. This time I said no more send me to a specialist please, so she sent the referral off, only to have to wait til Oct to see the gynaecologist. This morning I get a phone call from the gynaecologist saying that she has looked at my notes and wants to see me earlier, and can I please get some bloods done ASAP. The blood test she asked for is CA 125. An ovarian cancer test. Well, here we go again! Another Cancer test. My head is saying don't worry til there is something to worry about, but if I'm being honest about it........ I am absolutely petrified!
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  • Al's avatar
    Al
    Member
    13 years ago

    Dearest Penny,

    I've only just read your post. I am soo sorry that you are now going through this. Thinking of you dear pink sister and hoping for good news.

    My fingers and everything else is crossed for you

    Take care dear friend and I hope you are feeling better soon :(

    Love Al xxxx

  • Leonie_Moore's avatar
    Leonie_Moore
    Member
    13 years ago

    HI Penny,  Just when you think the road is clear.......that is the big problem with BC - we have to be "on guard" at all times.  When you feel that something is wrong keep pushing until it is checked out.  I am pleased that your gyne has pushed your appt forward - so much easier when you know what you are dealing with.  The fear of the unknown is horrendous.  As the girls said try and do the things that make you happy whilst you wait.  I was really sick today (waiting for my PET scan results didn't help) and went and sat in the sun in the pool area.  I had our dog with me and just sat and enjoyed the sun whilst patting the pup's ears.  Sometimes the little things.........  We are all with you Penny XLeonie

  • Chris's avatar
    Chris
    Member
    13 years ago
    Hi Penny, thinking of you, and keeping everything crossed that it is nothing more than a benign cyst. Love Chris xx
  • Michelle_R's avatar
    Michelle_R
    Member
    13 years ago

    You have a great gynaecologist - she doesn't waste any time at all.  Like Tanya, I had my right ovary removed for a large cyst a few years ago, and it was completely benign.  It sounds as though you are now in very careful hands.  Let us know how you go - thinking of you and hoping all is okay with your tests,

    Michelle x

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    Michelle_R
    Member
    13 years ago

    You have a great gynaecologist - she doesn't waste any time at all.  Like Tanya, I had my right ovary removed for a large cyst a few years ago, and it was completely benign.  It sounds as though you are now in very careful hands.  Let us know how you go - thinking of you and hoping all is okay with your tests,

    Michelle x

  • pennyb's avatar
    pennyb
    Member
    13 years ago
    Thanks Mich, I'm just feeling so sad about it all, and here is the best place to vent. Will keep you posted. Hope you are doing well. Xxx
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    Mich_x
    Member
    13 years ago
    Hey Penny I am so sorry u r having to go thru this. Like u say u we're starting to feel normal again and then this.... The positive is that something is getting done and u don't have to wait till October. I will do my waddle walk while we wait for the outcome of your guano appt. Sending u very strong positive vibes Hun. Good luck, lots of love always, Mich xoxo