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Should I get a hysterectomy at 24?

Evelyn — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 10:22:51 +0000

I am 24 years old, in college and broke. I have been diagnosed with endometriosis and ovarian cysts since a lap in 2007. I have had many ruptured cysts, enlarged tipped uterus due to polyps, and heavy bleeding that forces me to change pants almost three times a day. I just finished hormone replacement therapy with depot lupron for six months with hot flashes, nausea, and migraines the whole time. After many ER visits and numerous tests including being scoped by a GI doc, my choices are limited. My ob-gyn says even if i get a hysterectomy I may still have endometrial pain due to the growth on my intestines and bowels. I could have a baby, but I am not married, and I am majorly poor due to not being able to work. I just want a life back. Should I just go ahead and get it over with and not have children? (By the way I am an early childhood education major and children are my passion. Go figure.)
I am from a small town where all of my friends are married and having children. They tell me there is nothing like holding your child. I’m afraid I will never experience this. This is a life changing experience and I have been known to be impulsive. What if I do it and regret it?

diverticulitis, ovarian cyst, fallopian tube fluid blocked, and uterine infection… any disease related?

Evelyn — Mon, 30 May 2011 06:20:16 +0000

I don’t really understand all of this, but on top of these problems I was recently diagnosed with diverticulosis (diverticulitis flare up caused the concerns for diagnosis). I am 26, have had one child four years ago, smoke cigarettes(I know it’s no good so don’t dwell on this issue for I will not pay attention to your response because it has nothing to do with these problems.. Dr.s words), but for the most part don’t know much about family medical history.
As for discovery of cyst: Sun. 5:30pm a severe lower middle abdominal pain stopped me in my tracks. Held my lower stomach and couldn’t move without more pain. Coughing, sneezing, or laughter caused the pain to worsen. I reclined myself slightly to calm myself (I felt as though I were to pass out due to the pain) which seemed to help a little. Took two 800mg Motrin when home then took a xanax to go to sleep. Took another xanax after I couldn’t sleep for two hours, due to pain worsening during movement which caused me to stay awake. Finally fell asleep at 2am but woke still to any movement.
Next morning couldn’t take the pain anymore and resulted in a visit to ER: CT scan and blood work issued.
Results: Quack said an ovarian cyst burst. Had cysts on ovaries and needed to follow up with OB doc.
I did. OB said: You have an ovarian cyst on left ovary 4.5 cm, and a fluid blockage in right fallopian tube, but does not indicate a cyst burst. Then proceeded with pelvic exam. I had extreme pain when OB pressed directly upward (towards belly) and said this indicates a uteran infection. What??? How does this happen? Are any of the other issues related to these symptoms? He issued an ultrasound following ten days of antibiotics (IOW: watchful waiting). My white blood cell count was 1500 at the ER, but the doc didn’t prescribe me antibiotics… My GYNO did. The ER doc disregarded me almost entirely and gave me a diagnosis without adding it in the write-up. The discharge papers he gave me was info on smoking, diverticulitis, and ovarian cyst bursts.I do know however that my grandmother had a full hysterectomy around mid-twenties and my mother had a partial at mid-thirties. She couldn’t tell me any disease that they had, only that they had to have it done. My gastroenterologist is concerned because I am too young to have these issues. Is there a disease or something that can be related to these issues? All of my issues are in my lower abdomen and the diverticula and cyst are resided to the left side of lower abdomen. However, my right fallopian tube is fluid blocked?…And I have an infection in my uterus?… Please, anyone with knowledge or experience please give me some kind of info on these rapidly arising problems. Thank you much!
Other Info: Married in devoted relationship for 6 years.

Having a hysterectomy at 23?

Evelyn — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 16:33:07 +0000

I’m 23, and have been dealing with chronic ovarian cysts since I was 16, and have been on and off pain medicine since (usually on vicodin or stronger 6-9 months out of the year). I was diagnosed with PCOS this year finally. After developing yet another cyst I went to see my new OB (we just moved to a new duty station for my husband) I found out that I also have severely dilated veins going to my uterus and ovaries, which my doctor said would probably be whats also been causing my severe pain, since this time my cyst is on the left but the pain is on the right.

He told me that the only permanent solution would be to do a hysterectomy. I have done a lot of research myself and found out that this is usually the solution given to the problem but it is a fairly new diagnosis so there isn’t much information out there. Has anyone else here had a hysterectomy at a young age and how did you deal with it? Im not overly worried about not having kids, as I already have 3 beautiful sons, although my husband and I had wanted to have more children. Im just really scared and wondering if anyone else has gone through this before…

Ovarian Cysts Treatment

Evelyn — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:34:00 +0000

Best Ovarian Cysts Treatment and Pregnancy

A woman who is told she has ovarian cysts during the course of her pregnancy may find this news alarming. The vast majority of ovarian cysts are benign and asymptomatic. Many women will not even know they have ovarian cysts until they are discovered as part of a routine exam or, in the case of a pregnant woman, in the course of a routine ultrasound.

Some ovarian cysts grow during the pregnancy and in particular during the second trimester when certain pregnancy hormones make a woman more prone to developing a cyst. In this case the cysts may never be discovered because the ovaries and uterus rise out of the pelvis at around 12 weeks’ gestation and are no longer easily palpable.

Most cysts can be left untreated and will not cause any ill effects for the mother or child. If a cyst is discovered and medical intervention is considered prudent because of risk of rupture, or the cyst is found to be malignant several treatment options may be considered.

Options for Ovarian Cysts Treatment:

1. Drainage: If the cyst is found to contain fluid only it is possible to drain the cyst.
2. Surgical removal: If the cyst is large and poses a threat it will be removed to preclude complications. If the cyst is cancerous it will be removed and biopsied to determine the appropriate course of treatment.

This ovarian cysts treatment is almost always successful and without complication in a not pregnant woman. A pregnant woman requiring ovarian cysts treatment may experience complications because of the location of the cysts in relation to the baby. Surgery to remove the cyst is possible with a good outcome likely, right through the second trimester.

A cyst rupture in a pregnant woman can cause complications which cannot be treated without risk to the fetus. If possible the doctor will wait until the baby is born to remedy the problem and the woman will be offered pain relief for the remainder of the pregnancy. Ovarian cysts treatment for a malignant cyst will likely have a poor outcome for the foetus and the usual cancer chances for the mother, as long as she receives treatment.