Ive been checked now for kidney stones, gall stones, appendicitis, ovarian cancer and now endometriosis. They found endo in my left uretur. Now here is my problem. My pain is on my RIGHT side and goes down my right leg. Its a dull pulsing pain that has been causing trouble for 2 years now and they say since the endo is on my left it may not be causing the pain on my right. Does anyone know of a similar condition that exhibits symptoms like endometriosis? They also say that it could be referred pain but I never feel pain on the area where they found a problem. Im desperate! Im so tired of being in anonymous pain!!!

PS by they I mean Gyno dr|||Sounds like they just misidiagnosed/totally missed Endo on the right uterer as well. It is fairly common to have both ureters involved and even more common to have a lesser-skilled doc miss it from there and a lot of other locations. My suggestion is to consult with a highly skilled specialist who truly understands the disease. Many offer records evaluation for free.

www.centerforendo.com

www.endoexcision.com

www.endometriosistreatment.org

www.drcook.com

Getting help from a true specialist can make a world of difference. Good luck and feel better.|||I%26#039;m surprised you haven%26#039;t had an MR done to look for a prolapsed intervertebral disc. That could cause pain to radiate down your leg.|||I have left sided pain and a big right sided fibroid and some little fibroids. I wonder if %26quot;they%26quot; are reading the correct side of the test or if this is a common phenomena….

I have stage 3 ovarian cancer, and I am in love with a man (who in my opinion is the most perfect man)–but in my heart I feel he is cheating. I would give anything to ask the woman whom he is sleeping with %26quot;what kind of woman are YOU… why can%26#039;t you leave him alone%26quot; I am suffering with cancer and all you can think about is seeing him. PLEASE help me to understand.|||Do you KNOW he%26#039;s cheating?

He may be putting distance between you because he just doesn%26#039;t know how to deal with the cancer and his fears about what could happen. It%26#039;s scary stuff, and a lot of men just aren%26#039;t good at it. If you don%26#039;t know for a fact that he%26#039;s cheating, I%26#039;d probably just want to talk to him — not necessarily about what he%26#039;s doing wrong, but about how much you value him being around, etc. etc. Focus on the positives and make sure to TELL HIM what you need from him right now — it might help him deal with his fears and make him feel like he%26#039;s being useful and has something to offer you.

If you do know that he%26#039;s cheating… well, it may be for the same reasons, that he%26#039;s seeking comfort elsewhere because it%26#039;s hard for him too. That%26#039;s totally unacceptable, even if he%26#039;s struggling. But again, it%26#039;d probably be better to confront him in a, I know you%26#039;re struggling with this too, but I need your support and if you can%26#039;t give it to me then I can%26#039;t let you pretend to. I know that%26#039;d be hard given what you%26#039;re already dealing with, but I think it%26#039;d be good for you to know whose side he%26#039;s on and what the reality of the situation is. Knowing will at least give you more peace of mind. Good luck!|||First let me say that I%26#039;m sorry about your illness, and I will pray for you.

Do you know for a fact he%26#039;s cheating? Or do you just feel it in your heart? If you know for a fact that he%26#039;s cheating, it shouldn%26#039;t have anything to do with your illness. He%26#039;s just a dog. And you can%26#039;t blame the woman. You don%26#039;t have to like her, but I%26#039;m sure she didn%26#039;t put a gun up to his head.

Stay strong, and always have friends and family around you to keep you grounded. And ALWAYS PRAY. Works everytime.|||I was also cheated on (do not have any cancer or anything). First off you need to redirect your anger to the man that is suppose to love you. That woman has no obligation to you. What kind of man is he to go out and hurt someone he loves who is also sick…You need to reevaluate your relationship…or are you willing to be there because he is a good man…

On the other hand maybe he is looking to replace you..might sound harsh but he%26#039;s looking for someone that can take you place..he does not want to be hurt if G%D forbid u ever leave him…Just talk to him and see where his mind is at…

I hope all is well with you and you are in my prayers…

I%26#039;ve heard that women even though they have had a total hysterectomy they can still get ovarian cancer it%26#039;s called another name.|||By total hysterectomy if you mean removal of the entire uterus and cervix as well as both ovaries, then the short answer is %26quot;no%26quot;. However if the ovaries are still present, then the answer is %26quot;yes%26quot;.

Have you recently had a hysterectomy? I found http://www.hystersisters.com/ to be a wonderful source of support for women facing or recovering from this surgery. If you are concerned about cancer, you should discuss it with your physician. That said, a total hysterectomy generally means the uterus (including cervix) is removed. A complete hysterectomy mean the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries are removed. Although other female cancers can develop after a complete hysterectomy, ovarian cancer is not one of them (unless it is already present in the patient). Once the tissue is removed, it can not form a tumor, and the tissue of the ovaries do not generally %26quot;escape%26quot; from the ovaries. This is in contrast with endometrial cancer, for example, where the cells of the uterus can %26quot;escape%26quot; prior to hysterectomy and then %26quot;reside%26quot; in the abdomen afterward. Formation of a cancer like this is rare however in women who undergo complete hysterectomies since the hormones governing the cells are no longer being supplied by the ovaries. All the best to you.|||sure. though th chance of getting an ovarian cancer can only be told by any endocrinologist or a gyny. Hysterectomy only removes the uterus. but the hormone producing organ, the site of ovarian cancer- the ovary is removed with the uterus in some cases and the procedure is known as hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo oophorectomy (please check the spelling - i am not a doctor).|||All your answers can be answered at the site below…..

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ovarian…|||I had a TOTAL hysterectomy from Ovarian Cancer. A year later my GYN oncologist found more cysts that were attached to my vaginal wall….I believe it is still called Ovarian Cancer. Or maybe Vaginal Cancer

goes for an ultrasound with a very full blader, why does her ovaries not show up on the screen? Is it becasue the tumor is blocking the radiographers veiw of the ovaries? I head today that it can happen. So I need some helpful advice please. I need to know why a female with ovarian cancer will not show up on the ultrasound and they cannot seethe ovaries. Is this becasue the tumour is blocking the view? Thanks heaps|||The only way to tell if you have cancer is with a biopsy of the tumor.

You have asked these identical questions numerous times. Go to a doctor as the answers you need will never be found here.|||hey there

absolutely not , on the contrary the ultrasound is a very good method to detect those tumors no matter how big they r , but u should know that ultrasound is an operator dependant investigation meaning that it needs a fit specialist for a proper interpretation , 2d thing is that a full bladder indeed can obscure that tumor knowing that both ovaries and the bladder are pelvic organs , id say u schedule another appointment with a specialist radilogist and go with an empty bladder , if still they cant see anything id think a pelvic ct scan will do

good luck .|||don%26#039;t have ovarian cancer that i know of but i do have cysts covering both ovaries. The best way they found them was through a vaginal ultrasound. The regular ultrasound didn%26#039;t pick up on the cysts because my bladder wasn%26#039;t full enough so they always do the vaginal one now and monitor them.|||It or they don%26#039;t show up is because they have to to be clear. If the oncologist nurse tell you no eating or drinking hours(up to 12 hours- usually after midnight) before the CT Scan and your Ultrasound(S). You have to follow that rule so they can see you ovaries and make a diagnosis correctly and expediently. Ask your oncologists or your gynecologist. They probably want to catch it in time. Early detection is the best diagnosis.|||Sometimes a vaginal ultrasound will provide a more accurate picture.

I%26#039;m not talking cures here. Some scientists believe that suppressing ovulation may greatly reduce the chance of getting ovarian and uterine cancers. This is because before the 20th century, women had only about 100 periods in their entire life, whereas modern women have up to 5 times as many.

Read this link to learn more:

http://www.gladwell.com/2000/2000_03_10_…

Please read carefully, with your mind open to new ideas.|||Interesting. Too long to read now, but some of the ideas in the article are fascinating. Living with the African tribespeople sounds like an amazing experience.

Not sure what to make of the whole thing about the number of periods.

Oh well, I%26#039;ll keep reading!

Thanks :-)|||Very good article.

I have had many ovarian cystys over the years (polycystic ovarian syndrome)

Yes, I had heard this before, unfortunately the pill isn%26#039;t an option for me due to a side effect it has caused in the past, mind you, it makes perfect sense for anyone who can take the pill to do so as a preventetive!

I wonder how this may relate to this question (probably not at all)

But, female dogs that are desexed at a young age before their first season, NEVER get breast cancer, which is VERY common in dogs that have had litters. Food For Thought?

septated cysts in the ultrasound. My doctor tle me last week that lots of women she has diagnosed with septated ovarian cysts have been cancerous, why is this? Also please expain to me why with the desease women get irregular bleeding that is soooooo heavy it is similar to hemeraging in the middle of thir cycles. This unfortunatly applys to me and is to help me. Women who have had septated cysts and then went for bipsys and found it mallignant, please help.|||Why not do as you have been advised so many many times and ask your doctor these questions instead of repeatedly posting them using at least four different identities.|||Hello, I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I have a friend that is an advocate and started Ovarian Cancer National Alliance in Orange County, Calif. and is a speaker for women who have this disease. Let me give you her email address and website so that they may be able to give you vital answers and help you through this ordeal. I pray that you will get help.|||get cancer info here : http://www.health-advices.info

I have a dr%26#039;s appt. this Thurs. Cancer runs in our family. I am at a higher risk anyway because I have polycistic ovary syndrome.I have 3 sisters that have had typesof pre cancer / cancer, to do with female organs. They are fine now. My dr mentioned my family history. I know what she was indicating. If anyone has ever had this or does have this ,would you be willing to share your first symtoms and how you were diagnosed. I have talked to my dr about some crazy crap with my periods and all that and some other things I told her just werent right. Please share any info you can with me.|||Take a look at the site below which explains many misunderstood things about the cancer industry, and has some natural cures too.

Cancer

http://dgwa1.fortunecity.com/body/cancer…|||I have dyspepsia which is the start of ovarian cancer, but my is in the first stage and hopefully it will go away on its own. The only symptom I ever had was really painful cramps. My family has had a major history with it too. My mom%26#039;s mom had it. my mom got it when she got pregnant with me, 3 of my cousins have had it and two of my aunts. My Grandma died from it because they didn%26#039;t have cures and didn%26#039;t know much about it when she had it, but everyone else is OK now. In my family it usually doesn%26#039;t show up until they get pregnant. Like me I found out when I was 3 months pregnant, and before that my paps came back normal. I don%26#039;t really think everyone gets symptoms though. Don%26#039;t worry it is something they can get rid of.|||If your are under 26 y/o, there is now a vaccine out to prevent ovarian cancer.

Talk to your doctor about getting the vaccine.

Also, your sisters should be made aware that there is a vaccine out.

All I know about how it is diagnosed is a pap smear.

A friend of mine was just diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer. She had abnormal period; too often. That was her reason for going to the Dr. She is 19.

Good Luck.|||I was diagnosed upon my departure from the military. What ended up happening is once I was able to find a civilian doctor, they found out that I had polyps in my overies and in my uterus. They had to completely remove one ovary. 2 years later I was able to have a beautiful daughter (who is now 8 years old). 8 years after loosing my left ovary, I have had to have my uterus and last ovary removed because they had found more polyps that were cancerous this time around.

Its nothing to worry about, but, you will worry anyways.

The first symptoms that I began to experience were the following:

1. irregular periods

2. menstrual flow was not regular

3. pain in my lower abdomen and lower back (like labor pains)

4. pain during sexual intercourse

5. pain during prolonged sitting, standing or walking

The diagnosis portion for me consisted of the following:

1. PAP smear

2. X-ray of female organs

3. CT Scan

4. MRI

5. Biopsy of the small tumors/polyps

6. CT Scan of the specific region after the biopsy

Then I had follow ups every 3 months for the first two years and every year after.|||i was dx with a rare type of ovarian cancer in 2004. i was 26 yrs old. i too has PCOS and i was going thru fertility trmts for about 4 yrs. my symptoms were bloating, abd pain, cramping, nausea, fullness, my stomach looked like i was 4 mo prego! a lot of my symptoms were passed off as gastroentestional problems. they weren%26#039;t. the whole time i was having tests done on reflux, ulcers….it was my ovary. i was dx when my stomach looked like i was prego and i could barely take the pain. i went and had a vaginal ultrasound (A HUGE MUST IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT OV CA!!!!!!!) it showed my ovary was huge, and i needed emergency surg to drain the ovary. it was full of fluid and leaking blood. 2 weeks later, while i was home recovering, my stomach swelled up again, went to er a couple of days later (mistake….don%26#039;t wait) and my ovary had %26quot;exploded%26quot; they did another emerg surg, this time they cut me hip to hip, took out left ovary and tube and dx me 4 days later.

my cancer was enviornmental mostly, but my grandfather (mom%26#039;s dad) died of colon cancer. they say that has a HUGE part in getting female cancers in women.

try not to get too freaked about it though. just because you%26#039;re periods are messed up, doesn%26#039;t mean you have ca. PCOS is a big part of the periods.

keep your head up and be positive. ALWAYS pay attention to your body and listen to what it%26#039;s telling you! don%26#039;t ignore it! good luck

if you had ov. cancer would ur symptoms u usualy have (pelvic pain, indigestion, leg pain) stop while you have ur period? would u still even have ur period if u have ov. cancer?|||Why on earth are you asking people on yahoo if you have cancer?? Find a female doctor you can talk to like planned parenthood, they can answer all your questions and they are medical professionals - don%26#039;t listen to anyone but a medical pro. Cancer is different for every person and you can%26#039;t tell you have it unless you are diagnosed by a pro.

in oct of 06 i had emergency surgery on a cyst that burst.It was so bad that i had blood all inside me. im only 22 years of age. i know that they ran some tests and they said that i didnt have cancer. However,i dont have med insurance and im not working(at home taking care of my mom n bro)For the 1st few months afterwords i was ok.But recently i have been having alot more pains.Worst then b4.The same symptoms that i had b4 i have now but more frquent n more sever then b4.I have hormonal periods,abdomen pain,esp during period.some missed periods,But when i do get them its sever pain.wieght loss, loss of eating,nausea,back pain,constipation,diarrehea. I feel shortness of breath/tight chest feelings @ times shooting pain in arms or leg. My adomen pain feels like cramps,but they r 24/7. hurts to stretch,cough,sneeze, talk or walk. Im not sure if whats going on. can any1 give me advice or thoughts on what it can be or what to do. Thanks… laurissa_lala@yahoo.com|||Ask your Dr to check you for endometriosis. I had the identical thing happen to me, my ovary ruptured from an ovarian cyst it was a chocolate cyst that means it was filled with endometrial tissue (blood) it could be that you have endometrial tissue attached to the outer surfaces in your abdomen and each month when you have your period they bleed. also you may have another cyst. check thus site out but please see your Dr.

http://www.webmd.com/content/article/3/1…

and also

http://www.medicinenet.com/endometriosis…|||Lots of people have ovarian cysts… This does not mean you have ovarian cancer. My sister even had one like yours while she was pregnant. Some people are just lucky that way I guess… (I%26#039;m not really meaning lucky…)

I%26#039;d see if there is a planned parenthood or some sort of free clinic in your area for people without health insurance. They should be able to help you. Ovarian cysts are not usually life threatening unless they burst. That requires the surgery you had before. Just make sure you find a clinic or somewhere that can monitor your cysts and make sure they aren%26#039;t getting too big, etc. so they can get you the attention you need before they burst.

I think there are some ways of using birth control (certain kinds) to help keep ovarian cysts to a minimum, but you would need to consult with a qualified doctor first.

Good luck.

in oct of 06 i had emergency surgery on a cyst that burst.It was so bad that i had blood all inside me. im only 22 years of age. i know that they ran some tests and they said that i didnt have cancer. However,i dont have med insurance and im not working(at home taking care of my mom n bro)For the 1st few months afterwords i was ok.But recently i have been having alot more pains.Worst then b4.The same symptoms that i had b4 i have now but more frquent n more sever then b4.I have hormonal periods,abdomen pain,esp during period.some missed periods,But when i do get them its sever pain.wieght loss, loss of eating,nausea,back pain,constipation,diarrehea. I feel shortness of breath/tight chest feelings @ times shooting pain in arms or leg. My adomen pain feels like cramps,but they r 24/7. hurts to stretch,cough,sneeze, talk or walk. Im not sure if whats going on. can any1 give me advice or thoughts on what it can be or what to do. Thanks… laurissa_lala@yahoo.com|||One can have ovarian cysts without having ovarian cancer. You didn%26#039;t mention if you are overweight or carry extra weight in the reproductive and abdominal sections of your body, but I am willing to guess you do. This contributes to the cysts forming and bursting in you, and your pains growing worse. Weight loss will help. If you do not have weight to lose, then regular exercise (such as a walk) will help. Not drinking certain things will make it easier on the parts that are sometimes touched by the cysts or the swelling. (go easy on caffeinated and bubbly products.)

If blood tests have shown you do not have cancer, then you do not. what you should do now is see a gynecologist. There are probably free clinics or sliding scale fee clinics where you live, so you will do this for your health so you can stop worrying and take care of your family and yourself.

Sounds more like Polycystic Ovarian Disease, by the way. Or just benign cysts.|||I know what you mean. Thanks, and I hope you start managing better. Report It
|||No idea… but my girlfriend is 28 and is always having problems with her Ovaries too. She thought it was cancer as well, but she just went to the Gynocologist the other day and he x-rayed her and it showed a lot of little non cancerous cysts. Jsut go back to your doc, I%26#039;m sure you%26#039;ll be fine, and he%26#039;ll let ya know what%26#039;s the problem.|||If you have a history of ovarian cysts than it could be a possibility that you are growing another cyst. I had an ovarian cyst also and it is painful. I just didn%26#039;t know what the pain in my abdomin was caused from until I found out I had a cyst in a yearly physical. Mine was also non cancerous. The only thing you can do is go see a doctor to know for sure. These are not normal signs an symptoms. Go and sign up for medicaid to get insurance if you have to but you need to get that checked out.|||Possibility: endometriosis. Try looking it up in a medical book or on the web and see if it matches your symptoms. But you will get better advice from a doctor, clinic, or emergency room than you will get here.