So the first topic of our women's health education forum is ovarian cysts.
I really don't know anything about this topic except for my sister had them a couple of years ago and it was very painful.
I found this link that's got some good starting information
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/ovarian_cysts.htm

So please post your questions, knowledge and personal experiences with this topic. Let the learning begin! :bow:

I had (or have) Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. My ovaries made my life a complete nightmare since I turned 18--I had a hyst. 2 years ago, and while I still have PCOS, at least the wrenching pain is gone. Wish the other symptoms would disappear too. I have to fight like a maniac to stay in my size 5 pants---if I didn't work out six times a week, I'd be a big girl. I am a strict vegan--eat close to perfect and still have high cholesterol and am borderline diabetic. Yippee!! Thank you ovaries!! Thank you glandular system!! I WILL NOT GAIN WEIGHT! I REFUSE!

Whew--sorry about that...I hate having these issues--though my husband is much happier since the ovaries are gone because I've become kinder and gentler!! :yes:

I just had some pretty bad ovarian cysts removed (along with a hernia repair--with another doctor on the same day) and some adhesions removed in April. I was hospitalized for 3 days. I also found out that I have varicosity (varicose veins) that go across my uterus. They will cause me pain indefinately until I get a hystie! I refuse to, however...I am 25yrs old.

I already have two children and do not plan on having any other children...however, I do not want to undergo a hysterectomy yet. Every woman in my family has had a hystie and has not gone through menopause naturally. Strangely enough, I had a saliva specimine test to determine my hormone levels (due to the fact that I have been having panic attacks, mood swings, decreased libido etc etc) and I found out that my body makes absolutely no progesterone. So, I am on progesterone HRT. The drug is called Prometrium...anyone heard of it? Well, it is helping a bit...I think she needs to bump my dosage up a little, to make it work better. I am still having some panic attacks.

That's my story...
-Sarah

I just had some pretty bad ovarian cysts removed (along with a hernia repair--with another doctor on the same day) and some adhesions removed in April. I was hospitalized for 3 days. I also found out that I have varicosity (varicose veins) that go across my uterus. They will cause me pain indefinately until I get a hystie! I refuse to, however...I am 25yrs old.

I already have two children and do not plan on having any other children...however, I do not want to undergo a hysterectomy yet. Every woman in my family has had a hystie and has not gone through menopause naturally. Strangely enough, I had a saliva specimine test to determine my hormone levels (due to the fact that I have been having panic attacks, mood swings, decreased libido etc etc) and I found out that my body makes absolutely no progesterone. So, I am on progesterone HRT. The drug is called Prometrium...anyone heard of it? Well, it is helping a bit...I think she needs to bump my dosage up a little, to make it work better. I am still having some panic attacks.

That's my story...
-Sarah


Had my hyst. at 30--best thing I have ever done. No mood swings, no depression, no anxiety. MELLOW MELLOW ME

I had (or have) Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. My ovaries made my life a complete nightmare since I turned 18--I had a hyst. 2 years ago, and while I still have PCOS, at least the wrenching pain is gone. Wish the other symptoms would disappear too. I have to fight like a maniac to stay in my size 5 pants---if I didn't work out six times a week, I'd be a big girl. I am a strict vegan--eat close to perfect and still have high cholesterol and am borderline diabetic. Yippee!! Thank you ovaries!! Thank you glandular system!! I WILL NOT GAIN WEIGHT! I REFUSE!

Whew--sorry about that...I hate having these issues--though my husband is much happier since the ovaries are gone because I've become kinder and gentler!! :yes:
I *might* have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome but I'm not sure. Is it possible to only kind of have it? Cause one gyno said I did, and one said I didn't....yet they were looking at the same blood work :confused: Do I need to get my overies looked at?

I *might* have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome but I'm not sure. Is it possible to only kind of have it? Cause one gyno said I did, and one said I didn't....yet they were looking at the same blood work :confused: Do I need to get my overies looked at?


Cysts on your ovaries are only a symptom. You need to get to an endocronologist because GYNs know so little about this stuff. I just transferred to Bakersfield, California last year and have been to 3 gyns and still haven't found one that knows anything about it. There's only one endo in town with a 3 month wait. (sigh) My endo doctor in Texas was awesome, took a fasting glucose test and tons of blood work. If you have it, odds are it's hard to keep weight off and you're probably in need of insulin meds. Check it cause it can get worse. Google PCOS and learn about it and let me know if you have questions!

I also have PCOS and understand totally the frustration of the disorder - not only do I have problems with weight gain, I also suffer from no periods whatsoever, fairly violent mood swings, and lately think that my hair is starting to fall out. The fact that there is so little know about the syndrome is starting to take its toll - every doctor has a varied opinion and usually I know more then they do (thanks to the internet). I am thinking about seeing this really great Natropath who specialises in the female reproductive system - hopefully she will be able to help.
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I also have PCOS and understand totally the frustration of the disorder - not only do I have problems with weight gain, I also suffer from no periods whatsoever, fairly violent mood swings, and lately think that my hair is starting to fall out. The fact that there is so little know about the syndrome is starting to take its toll - every doctor has a varied opinion and usually I know more then they do (thanks to the internet). I am thinking about seeing this really great Natropath who specialises in the female reproductive system - hopefully she will be able to help.
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PM me with what they tell you. I'd be curious. I know all about being better informed than my doctors. Where's my huge paycheck?!

As soon as I see her I will try and remember to PM you, If you don't hear from me send me an email to stacey_ruiters@hotmail.com. Even if you want to write to talk prior to my visiting her.

I *might* have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome but I'm not sure. Is it possible to only kind of have it? Cause one gyno said I did, and one said I didn't....yet they were looking at the same blood work :confused: Do I need to get my overies looked at?

Join the club...My doctors fiercely debate whether I have PCOS or some version of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia. The problem is my hormones shift too frequently to be able to really fit with either disorder.

Terra

Wow, I had no idea this was so common.

Well I don't have all the symptoms for it, my only symptoms are acne unless I'm on the pill (and even a dermatologist said it was from hormonal imbalance), irregular periods(and I'm 24 already), and about a year ago my sex drive all but vanished :( Besides that, I'm normal weight, and I had a fasting glucose test and it came out ok. Diabetes does run in my family though, and in the past when I haven't eaten enough I've had hypoglycemia attacks.

I did go to one specialist, but she didn't really do anything aside from look at the test results I had before, and give me the glucose test. What else was she supposed to do?