A little worried...

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A little worried...
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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 10:53am
I had a pelvic ultrasound the other day, because I was worried about a really heavy period I had a couple months ago. I had gone to the ER at the time, since I had been bleeding quite heavy for more than 24 hours, and I got no answers there. Instead, they treated me for a UTI, for which I had no symptoms. I was not even convinced that I had a UTI. Anyway, I got a call about the results, but of course, they can't tell you anything over the phone, so I was told to come in today to find out what the results are. I'm actually pretty worried, because I've never had any problems with my reproductive system at all, but then again, I haven't had any children, so for all I know, there could be something really wrong with me. This is scary for me, because I definately want to have children, and my boyfriend and I have been thinking about a future together. I have a feeling we are going to get engaged sometime this year, and things are going so wonderfully. If there were something wrong with my reproductive system, that would be something I don't know if I could deal with. I dunno, maybe I'm just jumping to conclusions, but I don't know what to think when they want me to come in for the results. One thing that did cross my mind was pregnancy, but wouldn't they have been able to tell when they were doing the ultrasound if I were pregnant? Would she have told me at the time, or is that something the Dr. would have to tell me?? I'll be going later this afternoon, and I'm really nervous! I'll definately post when I get back and let you know what's going on! ~Sabrina
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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 11:19am

Well Sabrina, it sounds like a stressful situation to be in.

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Fear

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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 11:30am
Hugs to you!

That does sound scarey, but try not to get upset, sometimes things like this just happen for no reason. I will look for your update and keep my fingers crossed that it is nothing serious.

Hugs



Honey

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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 1:19pm
Hi Sabrina,

Sending positive thoughts your way :-) I know that you're worried, but just try to keep positive thoughts in your head. It's hard not to jump to conclusions, I'm that way, too. Whenever something isn't right with me, I always think the worst. But if there is anything wrong, I'm sure that it can be treated and you'll be good as new in no time. Good luck and keep us updated!

((((HUGS))))

~~Linda

~~Linda

 

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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 6:58pm
Thank you for your concern, everyone. I got the results of the ultrasound. They told me that my right ovary has a large mass, measuring 5.4 x 4.5 x 5.2 cm. It is possibly a hemorrhagic cyst, endometriosis, or possible pelvic inframmatory disease. I don't really think it's the latter two, though, because isn't there supposed to be pain associated with those? I'm going to follow up with a gynecologist soon, though, to find out exactly what all of this means.

I also had an abdominal ultrasound, and they found that my left kidney is larger than the other one. They also said it is partially duplicated, whatever that means! I guess I'm a freak LOL!!! I have no idea what the implications of that is, but I will be seeing the nephrologist again in about 5 weeks. In the meantime, I'm going to look it up on the internet.

Anyway, I'm glad that I don't really have to worry anymore, that I'm starting to get some answers! ~Sabrina
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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 7:57pm
Im so glad that you are feeling better and dont have to worry for now Sabrina.

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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 8:41pm

Hey girl!

 
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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 9:16pm
WOW! That is quite a cyst! I hope you can get that taken care of without too much stress on your self...Hang in there !

Amy *growls at cyst*

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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 9:16pm
Thanks! No, it wasn't the same Dr. That Dr. was from the ER, and I guess they just don't feel like they've helped me unless they've treated me for something, even if it's a non-existent problem!! ~Sabrina
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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 11:40pm

I'm glad you know what the source of the worry is about.

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Fear

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Wed, 05-19-2004 - 8:39am
I had what turned out to be a hemorrhagic cyst about 5 months ago. It should just reabsorb. He told me it's when a follicle is released the ovary bleeds into itself. So I didn't worry. As for the other two possible diagnoses- I didn't think either really had anything to do with the ovaries. Sounds like they may just be trying to cover all of their bases. Sometimes when they can't find a diagnosis they give a buch of possibles.

As for your kidney, I hope it turns out to be perfectly healthy.