Hi everyone, I hope this is allowed on here as I am yet to receive a diagnosis but I was told the other day that I have a cyst on my ovarie and need a blood test. Then thanks to Google I learnt (mid shift) that a blood test meant there's a possibility it could be cancerous. I'm absolutely petrified. I'm only 16 and the thought of having cancer this young is so so scary. One of my biggest fears has always been not being able to have children as ive always dreamed of being a mum since i was little so now wondering if that could be a reality is horrible. I don't know how to cope, I feel like I shouldn't be so scared because nothings been confirmed yet but the endless what ifs are awful. I'm also mid exams right now and I'm struggling mentally as it is due to a previous relationship. I just don't know how to deal with the waiting, I have my family to support me but I don't want them to see me upset because I don't want them to worry even more about me. I just feel so lost right now and any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Hi anonymous785 welcome to the forum. AH good old Dr Google! It never fails to deliver but unfortunately is also so generic and needs to be unique to you.. Everytime I go to my GP I come out having had bloods done as our blood is unique to us and can tell us a lot about our general health. So having a blood test does NOT mean it is Cancerous. Our blood can also cover our hormone levels and in the case of an ovarian cyst those levels would be relevant. It is a worrying time waiting for any results and I'm glad you have come on here where we can support you..It is normal to be worried but please try not to go to worst case scenario as all your fears may be completely unfounded. So my advice is to stay off Google and go for your blood test and let us know how you get on. We are here for you as you need us to be. Best Wishes Gailx
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