The ultrasound said about my rigth overi a small amount of non- specific free flid was seen in the Pouch of Douglas. My left overy was normal, but my right one is bigger, and showed up fluid in it. I have PMT every day without a perid like feels like I am going to get a period but do not, lower back pain, indigesion, bloating, etc. Can ovarian cancer appear as a cyst on an ultrasound and CT scans? Becasue I was told a biopsy is the only was to detect this, and a doctor told me yesterday a c125 for cacner is not relaiable. So can anyone tell me if cancer of the overies concidering it is hard to detect except for the last stages appear as cysts.|||Second try!

As regards the question: Can ovarian cancer look like a cyst?

Sure it could. However, most of the references I can find talk about it as showing both cystic and solid components on ultrasounds and x-rays.

Your best bet is to call your doctor to ask.

Good luck!|||The C-125 test is not reliable.

The ultrasound is actually suppose to distinguish between a cyst and a solid. Cancer is usually solid. But if the dr isn%26#039;t comfortalbe with that decision then a biopsy is required.

Usually they will do a needle aspiration guided by the ultrasound. That test will determine if it is cancerous.

A cyst can cause alot of the same signs as ovarian cancer.

Although ovarian cancer doesn%26#039;t have any exact signs or symptoms to look for.|||The problem with ovarian cancer is that it has frequently spread at the time of diagnosis. But methods of early detection have improved over the years. Treatment has improved, too. I suggest you follow your gynecologist%26#039;s advice, or at least, get a second opinion.

I know they are coming out with a synthetic version of this for ovarian cancer (in phase 3 trials now), but can soy isofavone concentrate pills do basically the same thing? Any ideas?|||soy isoflavones are dangerous.

Go onto google or any search engine and use soy danger in the search, and you will learn enough to make you stay away from soy.

It IS true that Asians use fermented soy in Miso, soy sauce, and tempura; but they use fermented soy not the raw soy. in tofu.

The human stomach doesn;t do good enough job to break soy down to be healthy.|||http://www.newstarget.com/GoogleSearchRe…|||Only standardized and stabilized phytosterols can block estrogenic receptors to lower cancer risks.

Glyconutrients are the 8 known sacharrides, which is he biological alphabet, but we only get 2, so mis communication causes cancer to grow unchecked by the immune system.

Simple, but true. See http://www.glycostory.com/mannalive

I recently had surgery for removal of the gall baldder and on a ct scan after the surgery they found something on my right ovary which is about 3.4cms in diameter (is this large?). I am 33 years old and have had children. My current period has lasted about 11 days. I have been sent for a pelvic ultrasound but wont get the results til after Xmas. I am feeling very stressed out and having trouble sleeping. There is no family history of ovarian or any type of cancer.

Any advice would be appreciated!|||hi please try not to stress,easier said than done i know!!i dont think that 3.5 is large it just sounds big and scary,it could be an ovarian cyst my wife has silimar problems and had the same thoughts as urself,i honestly think u have nothing to worry about as they would have told u if they suspected this and also would have rushed tests thru.

Try to relax,as stress can make u worse hope everything works out ok 4u,in the meantime merry christmas to you|||My mom had this cancer when i was younger she never really talked about it but i know that she took a pill and it kept it away mabey you should talk to a docor and ask him about it. This kind of cancer isnt really all that usual.|||Dear MatildaJ,

The %26quot;problem%26quot; with ovarian cancer is that the symptoms of ovarian cancer do not occur until the tumor has grown big enough to apply pressure to other organs in the abdomen, or until the cancer has spread to remote organs.

The symptoms of ovarian cancer are nonspecific, meaning they could be due to many different causes.

My best regards|||It more than likely is an ovarian cyst. You can have them and not know anything about it or it can be very very painful sometimes!! I had so many of them that I finally had to have my ovary removed. When they found mine I was scared to death!! Thank God it turned out to be a cyst!! My doctor said that they where very common too. Good Luck Hon!! I will be praying for you and your family!! Oh yeah, it is pretty large!! That is another thing that makes me think it prolly is a cyst. Well that and the fact that there is no family history of cancer in your family.

For the last three period cycles my mom has had anxiety and depression. This is what her cycles go like

Beggining of cycle- anxiety, and anxiety related nausea and dizziness. Fatigue.

Midcycle and during period- depression, headaches, irratability, fatigue, and she feels a dull ache and fluttering in her ovaries during midcycle. (but she has always gotten that even before) The first two period were kind of early, and the 3rd on was 30 days.

Its really scaring me. Her Gyno felt her ovaries and felt nothing , but i am still worried about it. And recently i had a dream where she did have ovarian cancer. I keep having nightmares about her illness. And she says sometimes she feels a flushing sensation go through her neck and chest. Just before this all started, she used Progesterone cream to treat PMS. She never asked a doctor before she used it . The doctor then said that that can casue depression in women and gave her Ativan and Zoloft. They kinda helped. hold on let me add details|||No. From the symptoms you have explained it is not CANCER. Please do not worry.It is only menopause troubles. The gradual decline of estrogen causes a wide variety of changes in tissues that respond to estrogen—including the vagina, vulva, uterus, bladder, urethra, breasts, bones, heart, blood vessels, brain, skin, hair, and mucous membranes. Over the long run, the lack of estrogen can make a woman more vulnerable to osteoporosis (which can begin in the 40s).

As the levels of hormones fluctuate, the menstrual cycle begins to change. Some women may have longer periods with heavy flow followed by shorter cycles and hardly any bleeding. Others will begin to miss periods completely.

The most common symptom of menopause is a change in the menstrual cycle, but there are a variety of other symptoms as well, including:

- hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, mood swings/irritability, memory or concentration problems, vaginal dryness, heavy bleeding, fatigue, depression, hair changes, headaches, heart palpitations, sexual disinterest, urinary changes and

weight gain.

Please do not take Ativan or Zoloft as these drugs are not anti-depresents and they are tranquliser or sleeping tablets. Please consult the gynocologist agains and have treatements. -|||This does not sound like the beginnings of Ovarian cancer. It sounds more like endometriosis, possibly the onset of menopause. If the doctor was concerned, she would do what is called a TRANSVAGINAL ULTRSOUND on your mom. That test gives the doctor a very close and detailed view of the ovaries, the uterus, and the cervix. If your mom has been seen by a doctor, she is probably okay.|||How old is your mom? Her symptoms sound like perimenopause, esp. the anxiety and depression, and the headaches and fatigue. These symptoms are not consistent with ovarian cancer. Is your mom worried about this, or just you? Perhaps your mom can request the CA 125 blood test from her doctor to rule out ovarian cancer and to ease your mind. Good luck, and God bless.|||She may just be going through peri-menopause. The anxiety, depression, headaches, irritability etc. are all symptoms of that. The use of Progesterone cream can definitely cause the flushing too.

To make you both feel better, you might advise her to go to her Gynecologist:

1. Get blood work done. Check estrogen, progesterone levels to see if your Mom is peri-menopausal. Also have red blood count %26amp; Hemoglobin checked to see if she is anemic or from long periods or excessive blood loss that can be a symptom of a fibroid. Have her Thyroid checked T3,T4, %26amp; TSH to make sure her her Thyroid is O.K.

2. Ask Gynecologist to order a Transvaginal Ultrasound. This is most often done through the hospital. This is the best way to view the Ovaries, Uterus, %26amp; surrounding areas. An Ultrasound tech will perfrorm this %26amp; have a Radiologist read the results %26amp; give it to your Mom%26#039;s Dr. This is truly the only way to check your Mom for Ovarian Cancer. They can also check for Ovarian Cysts %26amp; Fibroids in this ultrasound which can cause similar problems. I would not worry, if she has anything at all, it might be a fibroid, which is a benign growth that causes bleeding issues %26amp; pain but IS NOT cancer.

As far as your dream goes, we often dream of what we fear. You are worried about your Mom%26#039;s health %26amp; it makes sense that this worry would surface in your dreams.

Please don%26#039;t worry as every symptom you have listed can be attributed to hormone flucuations. The nausea-dizziness factor often occurs when hormones have a sudden drop %26amp; this can happen when peri-menopause begins. Peri-menopause can start anytime from 35 on up in women. Hormone flucuations like that can also cause Migraines in women that have never had a problem before.

If she has all of the above tests run you will have a conclusive answer.{ You might let her know that she can take Primrose Oil Capsules for PMS too, I take 1200 mg.} Please don%26#039;t worry, have the tests run, %26amp; get answers. Although I think your Mom is fine, I agree with you, checking everything is the best policy! Good luck %26amp; I hope this info helps!|||It could be ovarian cancer, but it sounds more like peri-menopause.

I am guessingfrom what you have written that she is at least mid-thirties and probably older, so this is a distinct possibility.

Check out thes links.

i just found out last night that my best friends mom has ovarian cancer and its already spread to her liver and rectom. she went in for a colonoscopy on friday, they told her to go to the gyno, she went monday and by yesterday she was hospitalized. she has to go in for surgery this weekend and then start radiation. what are her chances?|||Ovarian cancer is often fatal because it is usually advanced when diagnosed. Symptoms are usually absent in early stage and nonspecific in advanced stage. Evaluation usually includes ultrasonography, CT or MRI, and measurement of tumor markers (eg, cancer antigen 125). Diagnosis is by histologic analysis. Staging is surgical. Treatment requires hysterectomy, bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, excision of as much involved tissue as possible, and, unless cancer is localized, chemotherapy.

Please see the web pages for more details on Ovarian cancer.|||my one sister had ovarian cancer stage 11…she is still with us 10 yrs later…your friend mom seem like it spread …my other sister has breast cancer colon and now spread to liver..she had her rectom removed…and wears a colospy bag…they told her a couple of years . your friend mom .it depends on how she reacts to the chemo..and radiationand what stage she in my sister is stage 4 colon rectal cancer

and gas and idigestion. Can they also get blood in the urine too. I do not want to here it could be something else, I just wnat yes or no answers, can somebody with ovarian cancer have blood in thier urine? I heard today from the medical field you can, but what do you think just yes or no please. Thank you|||You need to go to a doctor.

You%26#039;ve already asked this question multiple times.

i saw a doctor today to look into mild but steady (just about everyday) low back pain for the last 6 weeks. it came on with my period before last, and I thought it was just back pain associated with my period. it is not severe, but it has caused me to limit my activity at times, and sometimes i have to sit down, and it can be hard to carry my 20 lb baby. at my appt. today I mentioned that I also have some mild abdominal bloating, and the doc said right away that i should have a pelvic ultrasound to rule out ovarian cancer. I%26#039;m very healthy, i have 3 children all of whom i breastfed. my last child was born almost 1 1/2 years ago, and I%26#039;m still breastfeeding. early in my pregnancy with my youngest, during a routine u/s they discovered a 7 cm L ovarian cyst, that could not be seen 4 wks later on repeat u/s (either it disappeared, or the baby was blocking it). so - could it be the cyst, or could that cyst be cancer? anyone with similar situation? i feel good otherwise. thanks.|||It could just be the cyst, which seems to act up with menstration. However, to rule out anything more serious follow your doctors advice and have the ultrasound, if nothing else, to easeyour mind. Good luck.|||the doctor knows best|||Just my gut reaction: No. But get checked to find out what%26#039;s going on. God bless and good luck.|||It%26#039;s not likely to be ovarian cancer, but anything is possible. Follow the doc%26#039;s advice and have this checked out. It could be something as simple as back strain from carrying around that 20 pound baby.

Good luck.|||listen to your doctor. wait for the results. why worry if you don%26#039;t need to.??? wait for the doctor to confirm it first!!!!|||sorry but you can. I have a cousin who had cervical cancer at 17. The cycts most likely just grew. If at anytime you are worried about cancer it%26#039;s best to get checked.|||Cancer doesn%26#039;t choose an age so it might. However you may also have a very large cyst, I knew a girl that had a 15 lbs. cyst removed from her.

Good luck I wish you all the best|||Best wait and see wnhat the results show; worst case scenario is cancer but since you catch it so early, you really should be fine. I had Stage III uterine cancer and almost didn%26#039;t make it; I had a total hysterectomy and six weeks of radiation. Passed my five years about five years ago.

I had ALL the classic signs of cancer; got my period just before my tenth birthday, never had kids, early menopause and being exposed to toxic chemicals, highly carcinogenic. One of which was banned a few years after I stopped using it.

So try not to worry too much, and wait and see what the results show.|||i am sorry on behalf of the DR. they should not jump the gun so fast i firmly believe it could be alot of things not just that~~~and there are many tests one that can tell everything sometimes they dont understand how|||According to the medical information worldwide females can get ovarian cancer at even younger ages, the reasons are caused by in proper diets of too greasy, too salty, too much sugar in it, lack of fabric diets, and least daily excercise.

I know that my buddy%26#039;s wife also had similiar cancer a few years ago. After medical treatment and surgery, she is going back to the work force again.|||it is very rare in someone your age - and has next to no symptoms.

my mother died from it last year age 58, she had no symptoms at all and the cancer was found when she went in to have her gall bladder removed.

she had no cysts, just large masses on her ovaries.

having 3 children gives good prevention from the disease, which is more common in childless and low child families as the disease can occur from scarring of the ovaries due to a release of eggs every month, also breastfeeding helps and being on the pill.

this is also why it is more common in women who have a late menopause as they have released more eggs, and less common in young women

we were told this by the oncologist who saw my mother, she had a late menopause at 52.

cystic ovaries will cause low back pain and usually they are not seen in isolation, you probably also have other cysts.

if the pain came with your period it could be a mild endometriosis|||It is possible, even at your age. And ovarian cancer is symptomless until the late stages, so you are wise to check into it. There is a test that will tell you if your levels show cancer is likely–I received an email a while back that gave the name of the test, but I don%26#039;t have it. What the email said is that the test for ovarian cancer in women is the female version of the men%26#039;s prostate cancer test, if that helps.|||I would not worry too much- it is most likely another cyst, given your history. Doctors always have to think the worst-case scenerio, you know? But 99% of cysts are benign. With my last pregnancy a cyst was also found- I think some women are just more prone to cysts! (I will be 30 in a few weeks)

i saw a doctor today to look into mild but steady (just about everyday) low back pain for the last 6 weeks. it came on with my period before last, and I thought it was just back pain associated with my period. it is not severe, but it has caused me to limit my activity at times, and sometimes i have to sit down, and it can be hard to carry my 20 lb baby. at my appt. today I mentioned that I also have some mild abdominal bloating, and the doc said right away that i should have a pelvic ultrasound to rule out ovarian cancer. I%26#039;m very healthy, i have 3 children all of whom i breastfed. my last child was born almost 1 1/2 years ago, and I%26#039;m still breastfeeding. early in my pregnancy with my youngest, during a routine u/s they discovered a 7 cm L ovarian cyst, that could not be seen 4 wks later on repeat u/s (either it disappeared, or the baby was blocking it). so - could it be the cyst, or could that cyst be cancer? anyone with similar situation? i feel good otherwise. thanks.|||It could just be the cyst, which seems to act up with menstration. However, to rule out anything more serious follow your doctors advice and have the ultrasound, if nothing else, to easeyour mind. Good luck.|||the doctor knows best|||Just my gut reaction: No. But get checked to find out what%26#039;s going on. God bless and good luck.|||It%26#039;s not likely to be ovarian cancer, but anything is possible. Follow the doc%26#039;s advice and have this checked out. It could be something as simple as back strain from carrying around that 20 pound baby.

Good luck.|||listen to your doctor. wait for the results. why worry if you don%26#039;t need to.??? wait for the doctor to confirm it first!!!!|||sorry but you can. I have a cousin who had cervical cancer at 17. The cycts most likely just grew. If at anytime you are worried about cancer it%26#039;s best to get checked.|||Cancer doesn%26#039;t choose an age so it might. However you may also have a very large cyst, I knew a girl that had a 15 lbs. cyst removed from her.

Good luck I wish you all the best|||Best wait and see wnhat the results show; worst case scenario is cancer but since you catch it so early, you really should be fine. I had Stage III uterine cancer and almost didn%26#039;t make it; I had a total hysterectomy and six weeks of radiation. Passed my five years about five years ago.

I had ALL the classic signs of cancer; got my period just before my tenth birthday, never had kids, early menopause and being exposed to toxic chemicals, highly carcinogenic. One of which was banned a few years after I stopped using it.

So try not to worry too much, and wait and see what the results show.|||i am sorry on behalf of the DR. they should not jump the gun so fast i firmly believe it could be alot of things not just that~~~and there are many tests one that can tell everything sometimes they dont understand how|||According to the medical information worldwide females can get ovarian cancer at even younger ages, the reasons are caused by in proper diets of too greasy, too salty, too much sugar in it, lack of fabric diets, and least daily excercise.

I know that my buddy%26#039;s wife also had similiar cancer a few years ago. After medical treatment and surgery, she is going back to the work force again.|||it is very rare in someone your age - and has next to no symptoms.

my mother died from it last year age 58, she had no symptoms at all and the cancer was found when she went in to have her gall bladder removed.

she had no cysts, just large masses on her ovaries.

having 3 children gives good prevention from the disease, which is more common in childless and low child families as the disease can occur from scarring of the ovaries due to a release of eggs every month, also breastfeeding helps and being on the pill.

this is also why it is more common in women who have a late menopause as they have released more eggs, and less common in young women

we were told this by the oncologist who saw my mother, she had a late menopause at 52.

cystic ovaries will cause low back pain and usually they are not seen in isolation, you probably also have other cysts.

if the pain came with your period it could be a mild endometriosis|||It is possible, even at your age. And ovarian cancer is symptomless until the late stages, so you are wise to check into it. There is a test that will tell you if your levels show cancer is likely–I received an email a while back that gave the name of the test, but I don%26#039;t have it. What the email said is that the test for ovarian cancer in women is the female version of the men%26#039;s prostate cancer test, if that helps.|||I would not worry too much- it is most likely another cyst, given your history. Doctors always have to think the worst-case scenerio, you know? But 99% of cysts are benign. With my last pregnancy a cyst was also found- I think some women are just more prone to cysts! (I will be 30 in a few weeks)

my grandmother died in her 30%26#039;s due to ovarian cancer and her mother died in her 60%26#039;s also due to ovarian cancer. I am 21 but am having symptoms including fatigue and lower abdominal pain which I know could be anything but I am concerned. should I be?|||SO YOU GET YOURSELF CHECKED OFTEN…|||being a woman…?

!|||you should have smear test yearly as a precaution. Ovarian cancer is very treatable today if caught in time.|||My friend died from ovarian cancer 2 years ago and she always said at the start she always felt bloated, tired and her tummy not right.|||Given your family history I would go to the GP and discuss your concerns. Personally, I would ask for a pelvic ultrasound (internal and external) This should show up anything untoward. If you want to pay privately BUPA do this test for approx £200. I had one last year - it takes about 10 to 15 minutes, is painless and if done privately, they will tell you there and then if there is anything to worry about - privately, the test will usually be done by a consultant. I am sure that you are absolutely fine but when there is a family history, I think you should be vigilant. Put your mind at rest.|||always have a smear test every year and you should be fine DON,T HAVE ONE then you are at risk|||Risk factors

Doctors cannot always explain why one woman develops ovarian cancer and another does not. However, we do know that women with certain risk factors may be more likely than others to develop ovarian cancer. A risk factor is something that may increase the chance of developing a disease.

Studies have found the following risk factors for ovarian cancer:

Family history of cancer: Women who have a mother, daughter, or sister with ovarian cancer have an increased risk of the disease. Also, women with a family history of cancer of the breast, uterus, colon, or rectum may also have an increased risk of ovarian cancer.

If several women in a family have ovarian or breast cancer, especially at a young age, this is considered a strong family history. If you have a strong family history of ovarian or breast cancer, you may wish to talk to a genetic counselor. The counselor may suggest genetic testing for you and the women in your family. Genetic tests can sometimes show the presence of specific gene changes that increase the risk of ovarian cancer.

Personal history of cancer: Women who have had cancer of the breast, uterus, colon, or rectum have a higher risk of ovarian cancer.

Age over 55: Most women are over age 55 when diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Never pregnant: Older women who have never been pregnant have an increased risk of ovarian cancer.

Menopausal hormone therapy: Some studies have suggested that women who take estrogen by itself (estrogen without progesterone) for 10 or more years may have an increased risk of ovarian cancer.

Scientists have also studied whether taking certain fertility drugs, using talcum powder, or being obese are risk factors. It is not clear whether these are risk factors, but if they are, they are not strong risk factors.

Having a risk factor does not mean that a woman will get ovarian cancer. Most women who have risk factors do not get ovarian cancer. On the other hand, women who do get the disease often have no known risk factors, except for growing older. Women who think they may be at risk of ovarian cancer should talk with their doctor.|||Its highly unlikely that you have ovarian cancer at your age. However in view of your very strong family history. You should have an abdominal ultrasound scan on an annual basis. You should also have a blood test annually for Ca125 which is a cancer marker for ovarian cancer|||My sister died aged 44 years due to ovarian cancer, but the first system she had was a heavy feeling in her chest. If you have concerns see your GP|||A pap test does NOT tell you if you have ovarian cancer. One in 57 women get ovarian cancer, but because the signs are so minimal and misdiagnosed, most women doen%26#039;t get the proper diagnosis till it%26#039;s in the late stages. When you go to your OB/GYN because your not feeling well have them do a blood test called CA-125. It%26#039;s a marker for ovarian tumors…. if it%26#039;s elevated, they%26#039;ll do either an ultrasound (which isn%26#039;t as good of a test), or an abdominal Catscan.

Symptoms may include, but not limited to…:

Tired all the time

Backache

A feeling of like a mass in your lower abdomin

General Abdominal discomfort and/or pain (gas, indigestion, pressure, swelling, bloating, cramps)

Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, or frequent urination

Loss of appetite

Feeling of fullness even after a light meal

Weight gain or loss with no known reason

Abnormal bleeding

These symptoms may be caused by ovarian cancer or by other, less serious conditions. It%26#039;s VERY important to consult with your GYN about any symptoms, because of caught early ovarian cancer has a high survival rate. Its the 5th leading killer in women because its so often misdiagnosed, which is why its so important to ask for the CA-125 test if your Dr is giving you the run around about spastic colon, or some other diagnosis that doesn%26#039;t feel right.|||I am not saying based on that you should check it, but based on your family history you do have a hugh risk of geting it. get checked out every 6 months. God Bless

Can yu pls tell me the symptoms of ovarian cancer……n is weight gain also a possible symptom of it??????????|||Actually, a PAP smear is not going to detect ovarian cancer - that is generally used to detect cervical cancer.

The symptoms of ovarian cancer are often very subtle early on, which is why many don%26#039;t get dx%26#039;d until advance disease state. Certainly ANY abmornal bleeding should be discussed with a doc. But on top of that, the symptoms are:

Pressure or pain in the abdomen, pelvis, back, or legs

A swollen or bloated abdomen

Nausea, indigestion, gas, constipation, or diarrhea

Feeling very tired all the time

But these can also be signs of other things as well. Another indication of potential ovarian cancer is an elevatede CA-125 level. This is a simple blood test and a result over 35 MAY but does not always, indicate some type of cancer activity going on.

If you are concerned that you may have ovarian cancer you should get in to see your doctor as soon as possible.

Good luck!|||nothing. you can%26#039;t feel it. white spots on your cervix. you need to get a pap smear.