Hi, I’m new here, honestly never thought I would be looking for support within cancer groups if I’m honest not something I have ever really thought about.
A few weeks ago I went to the doctors with a bit of tummy pain and was treat for a UTI. The antibiotics didn’t have any effect and so I did another course and was sent for a ultrasound to check for possible kidney stones.
Fast forward to being sat down and told a mass has been found.
‘Arising from right adnexa, extending into the upper abdominal region, is a large 24 x 21 x 10 (cm) complex loculated mass. Thin and thick septations are demonstrated with the presence of solid components, largest solid component measuring 4 x 3 x 3 (cm) Most locules are simple in appearance, however a single large locule can be seen containing low level ground glass echoes within. Some internal vasularity noted. Right ovary not visualised.
Shock in that moment may be an understatement, I just don’t understand know I never really noticed much. I had been getting a lot of bloating which honestly I just brushed off to time of the month or eating rubbish food. I’ve had no changes in my cycles or periods.
I have also had my bloods taken for CA125 levels, these are slightly elevated at 42.
I just don’t know what to think, I’m young and a solo mother of one, my daughter had her own disabilities and additional needs too as well as to now deal with this and still be a parent and cater for her.
I have my first consultation with the gynaecologist on 2nd Jan.
Hi Jenn11 and a very warm welcome to the online community which I hope you'll both find is both an informative and supportive place to be.
I'm sorry to read that you are currently undergoing tests and I know what an anxious time this can be.
Do come back and let us know how you get on after you've seen the gynaecologist next week.
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