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Anybody have a negative blood test and still been pregnant? or ovarian cyst?

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i am 35 days late and am usually very regular. we are trying to concieve our second child, i took a blood test 17 days late, it was negative, i have had no changes in diet or exercise, im in no pain, and its not stress, ive heard an ovarian cyst could cause a late period, are there any other symptoms other than that, and has anyone gotten a negative blood test and actually been pregnant?

Anybody have a negative blood test and still been pregnant? or ovarian cyst?
I've had the ovarian cyst and I swore I was pregnant. My breasts hurt, I even had minor spotting. However, my dr did a blood test and it was negative. He then did an ultrasound which confirmed the cyst. He gave me a progesterone shot to bring on my period. I would think though that you're not pregnant. Another option is that you may not have ovulated at all. To have a period you must ovulate. If you haven't gotten your period by the end of the month, I'd see your doctor again. Good luck!
Reply:no

night jasmine

Is it possible to have a false positive pregnancy test if you have an ovarian cyst?

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I took 3 home P.T. and they came out positive. I went to my hospital to do a lab pregnancy test and also positive. But I had a miscarriage in October and found out I have a huge ovarian cyst in left ovary. Do cysts interfere with a pregnancy test???

Is it possible to have a false positive pregnancy test if you have an ovarian cyst?
no I have them as well. start taking some extra naps and your prenatal vitamins honey you are preggo. congrats.
Reply:normally a postive test is not mistaken!! the negative test can be wrong thats why you always wanne try a couple of times!! What did your doctor say???
Reply:I don't think cysts interfere with a pregnancy test. ANyone can get a false positive - cysts or not. In all of the tests you took, did the positive show up during the alloted time? You can get a false positive if the tests sits for too long.

Everyone gets a cyst, called a corpus luteum, on the ovary they ovulated from when they get pregnant. At my first ultrasound my cyst was the size of a golfball. That cyst is what releases the hormones and sustains the pregnancy for the first 8 weeks or so.

Congrats!! I think you're pregnant. If you are still unsure I would call your doctor and see if they can give you a blood test so that you know for sure.

Any doctors ?? Or Has anyone heard of Akin slaughters disease? or a cyst?

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I had to go to the docter for a lump on my knee they narrowed it down to akin slaughters(sp?) and a cyst (sp?) i wanna know what these are from people that have been through themm please let me know...! Oh and has anyone by chance been diognosed with Akin slaughters and there lump on their knee isn't in the center ..where it is sopposed to be...and also it doesn't hurt when pople press on it...help me please!

Any doctors ?? Or Has anyone heard of Akin slaughters disease? or a cyst?
It is when you have a growing pain in one of your knees it will go away as you get older.
Reply:it is Osgood-Schlatter disease...please read the link provided for more info

good luck

I had surgury about 2 months ago (lost ovary, tube and giant cyst removed...........?

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It may not have anything to do with it but - my period this month came with and awful infection (don't know if UTI, bladder or kidney) my cyst was putting pressure on my kidney. I have had infections before (usually when I take antibiotics) but it has not every really been this bad - it seems as if it is bleeding but I can't really tell due to my period - I bought on of those test but only after buying do you find out is does not work when you are on your period and or taking asorbic acids.

I know - go to the doctor - but what do you think it may be.

I had surgury about 2 months ago (lost ovary, tube and giant cyst removed...........?
i think you need to go to the ER, screw the doctor...could be complications from the surgery...
Reply:You should really go to the doctor. Something probably went wrong with your surgery or your body has to cope with the loss.
Reply:yes, you will need goes see your doctor. Tell them that you had a surgery. They will solve the problem when you had a surgery.
Reply:2 months post surgery developing an infection? No, I don't think so,when you had the surgery, the doctor most probably had given you a prophylactic antibiotic, so infection will not set in, the wound by this time must be completely healed. after your discharge, sure, the doctor will give you an appointment after 1 or 2 weeks to check on you. maybe it's only dysmenorrhea.

Is there anything I can do at home to heal a nodular cyst?

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I just didn't know if I could promote the healing of a nodular cyst without going to see a doctor. I get one every so often on my face, and they take forever, it seems, to go away, and I usually end up irritating them before they heal, making them stay longer. ...Thank you all for your time and help.

Is there anything I can do at home to heal a nodular cyst?
If you have the problem of nodular cysts occuring again and again, you should do two things.

take treatment of Isiotretinoin.

Treat the acne before it becomes a cyst.

Treatment Regimen For Severe Acne

In severe form of acne, you may have nodules and cysts that are all inflamed. Treating this acne takes more time and patience. Your doctor will treat you with combination therapy to control and cure the acne while trying to take care that minimum scars form. The treatment regimen for severe acne may include physical as well as oral and topical treatments. The options may include- isotretinoin, oral antibiotics, oral contraceptives for female patients, injecting corticosteroid in the lesions and surgical procedure. Let us find out more about these.

Isotretinoin:

Isotretinoin is one of the most potent treatments for severe form of acne which has not responded well to other therapies. Isotretinoin is a retinoid which is a form of vitamin A. Isotretinoin helps treat all the four reasons of acne formation:

a. Excess oil,

b. Clogged pores,

c. Inflammation, and

d. The bacteria p.acnes.

The normal course of isotretinoin is one or two pills a day for up to twenty weeks. Your dermatologist will decide the dose. Don't take Isotretinoin without medical supervision.

Side Effects Of Isotretinoin:

For women, it is very important to be in constant contact with their doctor because isotretinoin can cause damage to development of fetus. It cannot be given during pregnancy and before the treatment begins, all possibilities of pregnancy have to be eliminated. Talk to your doctor in detail about this and follow his/her instructions very strictly. The other side-effects of isotretinoin may include joint pains, headaches, nausea, depression and others. You must not miss your appointment with your doctor while taking isotretinoin.

Oral Antibiotics:

Broad spectrum antibiotics can reduce the bacteria p.acnes substantially. With reduction in the population of this bacterium, inflammation reduces. The antibiotic may include drugs such as - tetracycline, erythromycin, doxycycline, etc.

Oral Contraceptives For Female Patients:

Overactive sebaceous glands produce more sebum and are one of the main causes of acne. Some oral contraceptives can reduce the production of excessive sebum. These drugs should be taken only under medical supervision. Sometimes, you may have to consult the gynaecologist, for which your doctor will advise you.

Injecting Corticosteroid In The Lesion:

In this treatment, a mild steroid is injected in the cyst. The steroid reduces the acne substantially within a few days. This treatment also prevents scarring as it reduces the possibility of bursting of a cyst and dries it totally.

Surgical Procedure:

Your doctor may find it necessary to cut open the acne and drain it. This procedure needs skill and patients should not try this themselves.

frangipni

My follicle measures at 3 cm there not sure if its a cyst or a follicle does anyone have any idea?

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this is my first month on clomid and foud out that i may have a cyst there not really sure untill my next period his this a good sign that clomid is working or bad sign am really confused

My follicle measures at 3 cm there not sure if its a cyst or a follicle does anyone have any idea?
I have talked to others who have done Clomid and had a problem with cysts because of it but I've also met a few women who took Clomid and got pregnant easily. One of the ladies that I know that had done Clomid only did it for a short time and she was able to get pregnant and had a set of twins.

I would recommend getting another opinion, and preferably from someone that does not share the same office of the doctor you currently use to see what they think.

In the mean time here's the link to a site that may help you find even more information. It's at: http://forums.obgyn.net/womens-health

What should I do if I think I might have an ovarian cyst?

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I have a really sharp pain in my lower left abdominal area, it started during sex and it's been two days now, and it's still pretty intense. I've just been taking pain killers so I can deal with it, I'm hoping it will pass because I don't have insurance. From eveything I've read and talking to people, I'm thinking it might be an ovarian cyst, has anyone had this? Can it just go away?

What should I do if I think I might have an ovarian cyst?
When I was 20, I had a fairly large ovarian cyst. I figured "no big deal. I'll just get it removed". Well I had the surgery only they didn't remove the cyst. They sewed it open so that it wouldn't occur again. Then, the summer I turned 23, I got really really sick. It lasted off and on for about 6 months or more. People were asking me if I was pregnant and everything. Finally I got so sick that I could barely walk. I thought maybe it was a UTI, as dumb as that sounds. But because I get them frequently, it wouldn't be unheard of. So, my boyfriend at the time took me to the ER and they admitted me for testing. About a week after that, I had an MRI and they told me I had an extremely large mass in my abdomen. They transferred me to a larger hospital and in two days, we found out through surgery, that since I had let the pain go on for so long, that 2 abnormally huge cysts had grown on my ovary and had also grown into my intestinal wall. The surgeon had to remove the cysts as well as one of my ovaries. The kicker of the whole long story is this: two years before my surgery, I had to go in for an MRI and the doctor told me that I had a very tiny cyst on my ovary and that I wasn't to worry because most women do develop cysts during their menstrual cycle that will or may burst either during or after their period.

Ok, I know I have been long winded and I apologize. But if you are that concerned about your pain being an ovarian cyst, then you should really at least try to go to planned parenthood to get it checked out. Most of the time, planned parenthood either accepts donations for their services or they have a sliding scale fee system that goes by your income. There may be someone that they could refer you to that could find out for sure what you are experiencing and the treatment for it.
Reply:Go to your doctor to find out.
Reply:You should see a doctor right away, my girlfriend had one, she had to have surgery because she waited so long and it just got bigger, don't just hope it's nothing and wait, better safe than sorry.
Reply:Ovarian cysts usually go away on their own in a few months. They can either rupture, or spontaneously reabsorb into the body. Although it is recomended that you see a doctor especially if the pain is intense and you are over child bearing age. If the pain is unbearable, and it lasts for more than 3 menstrual cycles, its probably a good idea to see a doctor because in rare causes, cancer can evolve. Some may perform surgery on the cyst, but that depends on the size, your age, symptoms, and your desire to have children. The doctor may also simply monitor the cyst. If the pain isn't unbearable, because you don't have insurance you should probably wait it out a couple months and hope it dissolves on its own. Good luck!
Reply:See a doctor right away. I guess it is possible for one to just go away, but it would be a very bad chance to take. My wife had one removed just yesterday along with the ovary it was on. Thank god not cancerous. Insurance or not, see the doc ! Good luck.
Reply:GO TO YOUR DOC OR ER THEY WILL HELP YOU EVEN IF YOU DON'T HAVE INS BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY
Reply:go to the ER they cannot refuse you

I have stabbing pains and dragging sensation in uterine area, if a cyst burst do i have to go to hospital?

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I have been to the doctor and he said just to take a couple of panadol if pains persist get a blood test done which i did today. but i am really worried that i might have to go to hospital in regards to one of my cyst bursting.

I have stabbing pains and dragging sensation in uterine area, if a cyst burst do i have to go to hospital?
If you already have cysts, and you're experiencing any kind of severe pain, I would at least call the doctor, at the VERY least. If this pain is worse than normal, you might want to call the ER and see what they say. Cysts bursting can feel like a sharp, stabbing pain, so it's very important that you seek medical attention if the pain is worse than last time.

Has anyone ever been prescribed pain med for pain from an ovarian cyst?

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I have been diagnosed with a functional ovarian cyst and my doc put me back on the birth control to see if that would make it go away. She said to give it 2-3 months. When I go back for my next doc visit in may, if it is still hurting me she will refer me to a doc that can help me further with it. But it's been about 2 1/2 months and I am still feeling it. My question is, can I get a pain med (percocet or lortab) prescribed till we know what is going to be done? Ibuprophen (anti-inflammitory) did nothing.

Has anyone ever been prescribed pain med for pain from an ovarian cyst?
I have Poly-Cystic Ovarian Syndrome, so I totally understand how painful that is. Any way yea you should be able to get some low dose pain med for it. Hopefully the birth control will shrink it, that is what your doctor is trying. but in the mean time you should give her a call and ask for something for the pain. she should be willing to give you enough to help through may, and seeing a specialist if it is needed.

Hope that helps
Reply:I just had mine removed...solved the problem.
Reply:yes they have been known to prescribe pain meds for cysts my sister in law had the same issue and they had her on lortab for it
Reply:i have one also and i was asked to go on birth control and i really don't want to do that so i have been giving some meds to take care of the pain .
Reply:Percocet is very strong. They may try tylenol with codeine.
Reply:Several years ago I had a large one removed, I didn't wait for it to reabsorb, as suggested, because I was afraid it might rupture. So it was removed, but since then, the scar tissue has been painful. They call this adhesions. You may think you can't stand it now, but try the second doctor, see what they suggest. The hormones in birth control may help, but could take the 3 months your doc had said...

Ibu did nothing for my pain, some other anti inflamatory may work better. You don't want to take something which could impair your driving, or any other aspect of your lifestyle.

Good luck, you will make it through this. Keep asking your sisters out here, We need to stick together!!
Reply:I also have a cyst. I noticed mine after waking up one night in severe pain. When I went to the dr. they said I had one that had ruptured but I still had another one on my other ovary. After going back a few months later it is still there, but it's nothing she is worried about. My doctor gave me Tramadol, which is a non-narcotic pain medicine which worked very well. I'm not sure if your dr. will prescribe the others b/c they are highly addictive. Next time you see them ask for the tramadol first and see how that helps. Good luck!

bleeding heart

Im going for sugery in 8 days im have two large ovarian cyst one is 17cm and one is 20cm?

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the 20 cm is a dermoid cyst..has anyone experienced such a thing..please share as im very scared

Im going for sugery in 8 days im have two large ovarian cyst one is 17cm and one is 20cm?
i'm curious...how did u know u had cysts? Did you feel a lot of pain? Was ur lower stomach swollen?
Reply:In the hospital where i worked, we have many patients with those case. Are they doing tumor debulking and staging....possible chelation... just be strong and after surgery, try to move around as early as the doctor allows u usually post op day #1 and dont shy away from pain medication, u will not need it...eventually but while u need it make sure u use it because unrelieved post op pains can lead to other post op complication.....unable to move around because of pain...u might have pneumonia.....dvt or adhesions.....take care.....if u are still scared, talk to someone when u get to the hospital, they can allay ur fears......
Reply:First of all do you have any children, yet? If so, the worst that could happen is they can take your whole "Uterus" and you'll just go through early Menopause, depending on if your past that age, or not... If these cysts are on the outside of the tubes, they can very easily remove them, and you could still have kids.. My mom had cervical cancer, after all 6 of us kids were already born, and she was in her 30s... They simply took her uterus out... An easy operation, and she came home, within a week of her surgery, she went through early menopause... and "Loved" that part, with not having periods anymore..... But, with modern science these days, they could very well do orthoscopic surgery, and probably without having to cut, anywhere... Do you have a "support-team" ready to be there for you? I hope so... I'll say a prayer for you, okay.. Just pray for God to make this an easy process, and for nothing to go wrong, and for your ovaries to be just fine afterwards.. And I will too, okay.... Smile, God will be looking after you.. as well as loved ones..... Keep your mind busy, until then..
Reply:I found this website the other night, as I am trying to diagnose my own symptoms I am having right now. http://www.4woman.gov/faq/ovarian_cysts.... Don't worry so much about it. Things will be fine. Just do as your doctor says after you come out of surgery.

What can I do to minimize the size of a facial bump/cyst?

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Since my daughter was 4 months old she has had a redish/purplish bump on the left side of her cheek. It's close to her ear by her jawbone. I have taken her to the dermatologist and they didn't do a whole lot with her since she is only 1yr old. Basically they just said that it seems to be a salivary cyst or a angioma. Okay well then they want me to go back to my pediatrician and be referred over to another dr. Hello these are dermatologist that are supposed to look into these things not send me to everyone in town. So anyways it doesn't seem to hurt her or bother her. It's just annoying and everyone always ask if she has a bruise on her face. What can I do to minimize it, make it go away, or etc?

What can I do to minimize the size of a facial bump/cyst?
If it's an angiona which is a blood vessel growth, it is usually taken care of with a laser and if your derm doesn't have a laser in office then he would have to refer you to someone who does. Ask questions before you start to get mad, just because he is a derm doesn't mean that he can do laser surgery or he may want you to see a pediatric surgeon so that your daughter has the best possible treatment. Trust me, every time they refer you out, they are missing out on the money for treatment so if he is referring you out, it means he wants the best treatment for your daughter
Reply:Here's some checks of proof ( Click back then go on http://www.100wgezi.com to get started)
Reply:ask the dermetologist and ask if that exema
Reply:I've heard iodine helps warts and pimples and such. Maybe iodine could help this as well. Try going to www.earthclinic.com It's a pretty cool site with natural remedies to most problems.

I have to have surgery on my wrist.It is for a cyst.?

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I have to have surgery on my wrist.It is for a cyst.?

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My doctor has told me that I have to have a surgical procedure done on my wrist. I have had a cyst for a long time and I am a drummer, so my wrist is constantly hurting. I would like ot know if anyone has had any bad outcomes or negative side affects from this surgery. Please and thank U!

I have to have surgery on my wrist.It is for a cyst.?
crappy band
Reply:No i havent had the surgery but good luck and i hope it goes well
Reply:typically is a rather simple procedure with no complications ...... but be aware that there is a small percentage of cysts that return ...
Reply:it won't hurt as I've had many taken off my head, leg and back and it was no big deal.
Reply:Hey I had a cyst on my wrist from playing the violin. I didn't end up with surgury because my mom and I were messing around with something. and she grabbed my wrist, I was wearing a watch that day, and it broke up the cyst. it hurt but when we went to the doctor. he told me they use to hit them with something to brake them up anyways so all was good. I wouldn't worry about it. I had it on my wrist for about 5 or 6 months
Reply:I didn't have any negative side effects other than having to wear a wrist support. it also depends on how the tails, like an octopus has on the end of the cyst. They won't know until they cut you open.
Reply:I had a ganglion cyst on my right wrist removed, twice now and things are fine. If you are getting the hand that you write with operated on, you might want to sign a few blank checks to make bill paying post surgery easier, provided you have a safe place to keep them.
Reply:It's called a ganglion cyst

unfortunately it can sometimes reappear after surgery especially with the repetitive usage a drummer does

Surgical removal of the cyst is needed when the mass is painful, interferes with function (especially when your dominant hand is involved), or causes numbness or tingling of the hand or fingers.

Good Luck
Reply:When I was around 10 years old, I had a ganglion cyst right on the top middle of my left wrist.

The surgery was a simple one-inch incision (in the doctor's office); no pain, no complications. Had a bandage and my wrist in a brace for 3 days. All was cool.

But...the cyst came back two years later, and I had it removed again. Then it came back when I was about 20. When I told one of my co-workers about it, he told me to put my hand, palm-down, on his desk, which I did.

He then grabbed a book and smacked my wrist hard with it. The cyst disappeared and it's been over 30 years...no more cyst.
Reply:Most people do quite well with this procedure...but it's VERY important to follow the directions of after care. I know 2 drummers who have had it done and it went well for both but they followed the orders and didn't rush recovery...best of luck to you
Reply:same day surgery...fairly bread and butter procedure..unless you have nerves wrapped around it or other atypical anatomy

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street fighting

Tomorrow I'm going to the doctors to find out about a cyst on my breast, what should I expect?

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I have an appointment tomorrow to check on a cyst that I have behind my nipple on my breast. What should I expect?

Tomorrow I'm going to the doctors to find out about a cyst on my breast, what should I expect?
it depends on your age.

Younger females in their twenties often present with cysts in their breasts that are painfull.

You can expect the dr to take a proper history, examine the breast and that he might stick a needle into it to do cytological testing.
Reply:Expect the worse when it comes to doctors, they are money hungry.

Its best u put castor oil or olive oil on the breast, it could be

nothing.

Toothpaste on bumps and lumps knock em down overnite.

Always get a second opinion if the doc wants to cut u.

Remember doctors are after money more than makin u well.
Reply:DEFINETLY INSIST ON FURTHER TESTING....BIOPSY, MAMOMMOGRAM ETC... DON'T LET THE DOCTOR TELL YOU WHAT TO EXPECT.INSIST ON TAKING CARE OF YOUR BODY.

IT COULD BE A FIBER CYST, OR CHANGES, BUT ANY LUMP NEED TO BE LOOKED AT

AND NOT TO SCARE YOU BUT IT COULD BE A CANCER TUMOR THATS WHY TO YOU NEED TO MONITOR IT AND EITHER WAY THEY WILL GIVE YOU AN OPTION TO GET A BIOPSY AND HAVE IT REMOVED.....FOLLOW UP AND GET IT REMOVED A.S.A.P.
Reply:As for the cyst - you are likely pretty scared. You can't help it - it's ok. Cysts/fybroids are common, and are not cancerous. However, they can be a precursor to cancer cells down the road. Something to watch, but likely nothing to lose sleep over.

First, ask any question that you don't know the answer to. Even now - write down your questions and bring them with you.

If you don't get an answer you understand, ask again

If you don't get an answer to the question at all, get a second doctor to review any tests.

Do NOT leave the office without a plan. A follow up, or a next action.

Do NOT trust the Doc to make decisions for you. You need to do what is best for you. Your Doc may be wonderful, but you have to live with the questions, decisions, whatever. The doc doesn't.

IF it doesn't make sense, or feel right to you - then it isn't. My best advice is to trust yourself. You know your body best.

I have a fibroid in uterus, and my left ovary is removed due to ovarian cyst. Can I conceive & get pregnant?

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I am married. I have four daughters. Now that I want to take a chance again. two of my elder daughters were born when I had the overian cyst (first in Nov'97 and other in feb'99) and that after the removal of cyst (it was removed in Apr'99)I have given birth to my twin daughters in July 2001.

I have a fibroid in uterus, and my left ovary is removed due to ovarian cyst. Can I conceive %26amp; get pregnant?
My wife had multiple uterine fibroids prior to her getting pregnant with twins. So, obviously, we were able to conceive and get quite pregnant. The OB kept an eye on the fibroids since they were getting extra blood during the pregnancy and did grow quite large. There was concern that they could crowd the girls, cause issues with the uterine walls, complicate delivery by getting in the way, etc.

As it turns out, they never grew too big .. the largest was about the size of an orange, I think, which is much smaller than the OB said they could grow.

Since the girls were born, about 4 years ago, the fibroids never did return to their pre-pregnancy size. My wife's uterus stayed the size of a 3-month pregnancy and the fibroids began to calcify and become very sensitve and she had a hysterectomy recently to resolve those issues.
Reply:I'm no professional but I think one ovary is enough to conceive, but i'm not sure about the fibroid. You might want to ask a doctor.
Reply:sure as long as the right ovary is able to produce eggs that will travle along the fallopian tube to the uterus.implantation of the fretilised egg may take place on various parts of the uterus, so u cl get pregnant but might wana watch the fibroid in the uterus since it ld affect the implanted blastocysts develpment into a baby by compression somehow. pls check with a qualified doc though to verify.
Reply:It is possible to conceive, but you need to seek a good medical assessment due to a dual problem. A uterine fibroid may or may not cause problems for conception. However, if the fibroid is large enough it could weaken the uternine wall and cause serious problems on a not C section delivery. Also it could prevent conception if it blocks ovualtion or sperm. The fact of one ovary is not a problem provided the remaining ovary is healthy and no other problems are present.

What is the diff btw the pain in the colon and ovarian cyst? Ive had cancer in the past and col pain same?

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I had non-hodgkins lymphoma in my colon and it spread to my liver and it was the agressive kind and now I'm in remission for three yrs. I also have an ovarian cyst which is the size of a golf ball or more from my x-ray about a year ago and I can feel it. My oncologist sent me to the obgyn but I've lost my insurance, so for almost a year now, I haven't been seen. I'm scared but with no insurance unless you go to the hospital with screaming pain they won't see you.

What is the diff btw the pain in the colon and ovarian cyst? Ive had cancer in the past and col pain same?
umm...

About 6 months ago,i had what was referred to as a cyst removed from my finger,now it is swelling and is infec

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the cyst i had removed 6 months ago,now it has become badly infected,i am a guitarist and if anyone has any suggestions,would be welcomed thank you:)

About 6 months ago,i had what was referred to as a cyst removed from my finger,now it is swelling and is infec
cysts are tricky little buggers

the truth is, if they didnt get every last drop of the fluid it will spread and cause more.

i've suffered from cysts my whole life but thankfully they are small.

i have one on my wrist that comes and goes...if i massage it for about fifteen minutes a day it gets smaller

i have one on my jaw that, wow is actually so small i can barely feel it now, but usually gets inflamed when i'm sick...

and the trickiest ones are on my ear lobes. I used to get them and try to squeeze until they popped but that just emflamed my earlobe and cause almost 7 more. but i started using a q-tip and rubbing alchohol everyday where the cysts where...the ones that were close to the skin went away and i'm really not sure what happened but the deeper ones went away too....

but if its infected badly you need to go to the doctor and at least get antibiotics
Reply:you might want to go back to the doctor and make sure the cyst hasn't returned. I had one removed on my neck and the doctor said if they didn't get it all, it could return.

grappling

Has anyone been told by their OB that their baby has a "cyst" on their heart while pregnant?

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I just got back from my OB appointment and was told that my baby has a cyst on his heart. I have to go for another ultrasound, and they said it could be linked to Down-syndrome...I am SO worried, has anyone had this before and turned out to be nothing?? My baby apparantly had some on his brain as well (but by the second ultrasound they were gone) now they are just concerned about the one on his heart.... thanks in advance for your advice/answers.

Has anyone been told by their OB that their baby has a "cyst" on their heart while pregnant?
My friends friend, came in town and for a long time was told that her son was going to be down syndrome and came out to be completely fine... without any syndrome/disorder... well if you are older... over 30 you have approximately 1 in 120 chances of having a down syndrome child.
Reply:yes it do hart a lot .

I would like input from someone who suffers from a polinidal cyst.?

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I have a polinidal cyst and have had it lanced 1 time and have had numerous flare ups. Outside of antibiotics and warm sits baths, can anyone tell me something else that stop the flare ups or at least releave them.

I would like input from someone who suffers from a polinidal cyst.?
I had a polinidal cyst and draining it did not help. The only relief was getting it removed. I recommend you see a surgeon and go over the possibilities of having it removed. Believe me you will be happy afterwards.
Reply:I am an operating room nurse and also an ex wound management consultant so I used to see heaps of these.

Usually they are surgically debrided (under anaesthetic the whole area is opened up, washed out and either left to slowly heal itself closed or sewn up) Is this what you mean by lancing?

To have is simply lanced (opened up at the doc surgery) without really good scraping out and washing out will not generally be enough to stop it recurring.

They do have a reasonable recurrence rate.

The gold standard in wound management is to use silver impregnated packing dressings to the area after it has been lanced. Silver does not allow bugs and bacteria to grow and thus helps to clean out the area while it heals. It is the bacteria and bugs in the area that causes the flare ups.

If I had one I would want a large opening up, clean out and scrape and then silver dressings on the area. I would also want to use antibiotics while it was healing

Check out this site: it is loads of info.

http://www.worldwidewounds.com/2003/dece...
Reply:If lancing once or twice doesn't cure it, then you may be a candidate to have it removed surgically. It must be able to drain completely or it will return. I would think moist heat is the most comforting thing, but heat may also make it swell. You need to talk to your doctor about it. I know how painful (and also embarrassing) they can be. I hope you have relief soon.

I feel pain under my breast and a feel of a cyst or something?

2010-04-24T08:16:00.000-07:00

i am not sure what it is under my breast but it is painful and i feel something could be a cyst but i don't know for sure.

I feel pain under my breast and a feel of a cyst or something?
go to the doctor quick for a checkup...it might be that time of the month and this could be a sign of something...so make an appointment
Reply:go to your doctor. you might have breast cancer already. but don't be afraid it may be benile meaning it's harmless, but you must have it checked before the condition worsens and spreads.
Reply:Go to the doctor ASAP! Could be nothing, could be breast cancer. Only a doctor will be able to tell you for sure.

Good luck!
Reply:How old are you?

If your about 11-13 its a breast bump and you've just started puberty

if your alot older than that you should see a doctor it could be breast cancer, [[tumor]]
Reply:i get things like this and my dermatologist says they are boils. he gives me oral antibiotics and a topical antibiotic. i don't know if you have the same thing, but they can be extremely painful....i'd suggest going to a doctor because i have also had cysts. the doctor will take a biopsy to find out if it is benign or not. good luck.

Help...................help...... need some info frm gyn.......i have a cyst in my ovary????

2010-04-24T08:15:00.001-07:00

i am trying to concieve a baby frm last 7 to 8 mnths but i am not able to and i had my ultrasound in the reports doctor said it is a desease an i have a cyst in my ovary coz of which i am not making any ova or eggs.can somebody tell me that is this desease dangerous or do i have to have any surgery done if not then is it dangerous fo my futur and can i get pregnant ever in my life plsssss help serious answers only?

Help...................help...... need some info frm gyn.......i have a cyst in my ovary????
Sounds like PCOS, which many many different women have. I do. There are medications that will stimulate ovulation. It is not impossible to get pregnant, I am now. You need to speak with your doctor more about this.
Reply:well some cysts dissolve on their own, some have to be removed, remember you have two ovaries are they both affected? they can remove the cysts without removing the ovary, mine was so big (softball)and they took the whole ovary , but I was done having children, I am actually going back today because I have one on my other ovary that is causing severe pain. but in my case they can take everything out! I am done with those parts LOL! but when you are young they will do everything in their power to preserve your fertility. and there are a lot of women that cysts and get pregnant.
Reply:I ended up in the emergency room at age 17 for gallstones. The doc diagnosed me with an appendicitis and I told him he was wrong so they gave me an ultrasound. When he came back to tell me I had gallstones, he told me they had also found a cyst on my right ovary. He said it was no big deal but it still scared me. So I did some research. There are different types of ovarian cysts so I can't help you unless you give me the kind you have. But if you know what type you have, you can read up on it. Here are some links for you.

http://www.medicinenet.com/ovarian_cysts...

http://www.4woman.gov/faq/ovarian_cysts....

http://www.emedicinehealth.com/ovarian_c...
Reply:http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/The...
Reply:Abnormal bleeding and irregular periods can also be caused by an ovarian cyst. This is a scary diagnosis, but ovarian cysts are very common and are not cancerous conditions. Just like a breast cyst, which is a fluid-filled lump, these cysts form on the ovary. Often, ovarian cysts don't even require surgery and just need to be monitored. An ultrasound can tell your doctor whether the cysts are benign.

yoga

Is it okay to go on roller coasters with an ovarian cyst?

2010-04-24T08:15:00.000-07:00

just to let people know,Ive already made an appointment for the cyst so dont think im letting it sit there =/

Is it okay to go on roller coasters with an ovarian cyst?
I would say it would be OK but since your not sure you should ask your Doctor.
Reply:yeah, its not like a pregnancy...it won't hurt it, or cause more pain to you, if thats what your worried about. Cysts are generally fluid filled sacs, so they will move with your body, not against it. Good luck...
Reply:I wouldn't recommend it. I have an ovarian cyst and find that any hard and sudden lunges or stops like on a roller coaster tend to make me sore. Ask your doctor first and see what they say.
Reply:are you serious? come on.
Reply:Is it okay, or is it life threatening? It is okay and it isn't life threatening. You might feel tenderness in that area afterward but it won't make the cyst any worse. I'm glad you're getting something done about it, though. Mine ended up being quite serious but not because of riding rollercoasters.

Use common sense and be aware of whether or not it is painful for you and take care of yourself accordingly.

My 16 month old son might need surgery to remove a cyst?

2010-04-24T08:14:00.002-07:00

my son was born with a lump on the top of his head where the soft spot is. his first doctor said it was fine. we had xrays done. they said it would be gonje by the time he turned 1 yr old. my son is now 16 months old. the bump is still there! i started taking him to a new doctor and they told me last night at the appoinment that it might be a cyst and have to have surgery to be removed. this could have all been done 12 months ago in my opinion! now at 16 months he might have to have surgery. do you think i could sue his old doctor for mis diagnosing him? if so where do i start?

My 16 month old son might need surgery to remove a cyst?
There is no way you would win..It did not cause permanent damage..That is what the courts would look at...My son had a cranio condition that his doc missed..It was not until I insisted on seeing a neurologist that something got done about it..He too needed surgery...But, the damage was already there, they did not cause it, and they are human..They had never heard of my son's condition..How can I sue over a human error when it did nothing to worsen the condition? That's my .02

Okay..Let's talk damage...My son inhaled a sunflower seed..I took him to the ER and told them that..They listened, told me he sounded good, and sent me home.Did they do an xray? Nope.....A few days later, he had gotten so much worse, I took him to another doc..At this point, his lung was collapsed, and he had pneumonia..Tell me I could not have sued this doc? He almost killed my son because he would not listen to me..Did I sue?? No..But, I did let his insurance company pay for EVERYTHING! This is life threathening...A cyst is just that...Yes, it could have burst..Yes, it would have been an owie...But, it would probably not have killed him...I am glad you are taking your anger out somewhere...Just make sure it's not misdirected.,
Reply:if this cyst hasn't caused your son any harm there is no case for you to sue them with. His old doc didn't do a good, thorough job but he didn't harm your son. And, I wouldn't be sueing anyway. Too many people sue for a little extra money just because someone made a mistake. Imagine if you were the one in his shoes. There is always that chance that you could make that mistake too because of never seeing it before. Doctors see new things everyday and don't always know what to do.
Reply:no, u should not sue the dr.

sometimes things are not what they appear. maybe the dr. didn't want to rush your child into unnessary surgery or tests.

alot of dr. practice the wait and watch game.
Reply:Unless it posed some health problem that the first doctor overlooked...I doubt it. One thing that might put your mind at ease is the fact that kids seem to bounce back much faster than adults do from this type of situation. Where an adult would be laid up in bed for weeks....your son will probably be up and raring to go after just a few days. Nothing ever keeps them down for long. And even at 16 months, this experience is going to fade and be no more than a dim memory later in life.
Reply:no it could not have been done 12 months ago

one of my children had it too the doctors waited until she was 18 months old

hers was on the right side of her head( she was also paralyzed on the right side) they had to wait until she was strong enough the with stand the anesthesia

the only reason she was paralyzed was because the position of the cyst caused it to press slightly on the nerves

shes fine now.

most times cyst will go away on there own

no it wasn't a mis diagnosis

your just stressing

really would you have prefered to see your baby under go elective surgery as a new born??????

and yes it is elective

also get another opinion

you've had two with different opinions get a third a decide from there.
Reply:I woudn't want to be the doctor who went through many years of school and work, to become a doctor to be able to save people who came to me, only to be sued by them as soon as they saw an open window to do so.

All this sueing hurts all of us in the long run when we wipe out hospitals and doctors and one day people just find a profession without the long hours, constant stress and sueing. Perhaps he did misdiagnos your son, but is it really something you need to sue for? There are other things to do and places to make reports if you want someone to be aware. You can also tell the doctor how you feel.

My son was born 3 months early. I went over and over to my doctor that something wasn't right and I was bleeding and leaking my water. All he ever did if anything at all was feel my uterous and say I ws still pregnant. I could have sued and I'm sure won a settlement, my son still has breathing problems due to his lungs not being developed and had this doctor examined me more and went by my symtoms he would of seen I had placenta previa. Others were sueing the doctor so I put my focus on my son.

A few years ago, my oldest son was badly hurt in a football game. I realized it first by the way he looked. I couldnt get anyone to listen to me. He ended up being life flighted that night. He had bleeding on his brain and a pretty good concusion. He lost vision and responsiveness before it was over. The sports trainer didn't realize he was as hurt as he was although I could see he was. I had to take him to the hospital ER myself. That trainer was reemed up and down not long after, but I didn't sue. I know my son got worse before I got to the hospital even though I don't think the trainer took it serious enough. I bet he does the next time. I could tell by his face at the ER he really didnt realize and it scared him pretty good when he saw my son at that point and knew he had been wrong. My son spent 3 days in a trauma unit but is fine now and I am happy for that.

Where you start is making sure its just cause and a suitable thing to solve your issue. Check this doctors history, does he often make mistakes?? You also had opportunity to take him elsewhere for a second opinion months ago. It may be alot of mumbo jumbo and more money out than in going this route. Sueing isn't always the best or right answer, it just seems to be the most common these days.

ivy

Have a lump on my neck that's really sore...ganglion cyst?

2010-04-24T08:14:00.001-07:00

it looks like the size of a gulf ball if i turn my neck right (it's on the left) but if i put pressure on it to like feel the size it kinda feels smaller. it hurts so bad to even move my neck. i read another question and thought maybe it was a lymph node. but i had a ganglion cyst on my hand prolly about 2 years ago and i thought they said if you have on you can get them again. the one i my hand was just small and went away (which they sid that if it didn't within a month, then surgery) but back in the day they just pounded bibles on them, haha weird. but i'm sure with scool and all it just got bumped and broke but what would they do for my neck...surgery?

thanks. =)

Have a lump on my neck that's really sore...ganglion cyst?
Is your throat sore?

I would see a doctor, but in the mean time....Try Hot Wet Towel on your neck it may be swollen glands....
Reply:ganglions only appear on the wrist,could be a lymph gland ,see a dr if it persists

Which of these is the best way to treat a follicular cyst?

2010-04-24T08:14:00.000-07:00

Which is the best treatments for a follicular cyst on a nostril piercing:

Asprin paste, tea tree oil or warm sea salt soaks?

Which of these is the best way to treat a follicular cyst?
I always go for heat treatment for cysts, either soak the area witht he cyst or use a hot compress. Try applying the tea tree oil afterwards. I'm not familiar with using an aspirin paste so no opinion there.

Does anyone know of a treatment other than surgery for a cyst on the kidney?

2010-04-24T08:13:00.002-07:00

The cyst is 12mm in diameter and 1mm in length. Please help!!!

Does anyone know of a treatment other than surgery for a cyst on the kidney?
I'm a nurse. Dear it's best to have it removed. You will be OK. Make sure you ask lots of questions so that you fully understand the procedure. Don't worry everything will be alright
Reply:Unfortunately, I won't be seeing my English student who happens to be a kidney specialist here in South Korea for another week but try looking up info on anti-inflammatory foods and alkaline foods.

Sugar is like poison and any other carcinogenic foods should be avoided. My wife has had an ovary removed due to a cyst and the remaining one had also developed a cyst but we're managing it through diet. Low carb/starchy foods... minimal sugar (zero is best) and lotsa veggies and fish.

Basically, a lifestyle change. Not easy but if you're serious and don't want to be sick or fat or in surgery... it's worth it, ain't it?

How long does it take to recover after laparoscopic surgery to remove an ovarian cyst?

2010-04-24T08:13:00.001-07:00

My husband and I had been trying to concieve for about a year when I was diagnosed with an ovarian cyst. Since we had gone through other fertility testing with no clear indication for our infertility, my Dr. thought it would be best to remove the cyst surgically since there was a possiblity it was causing our problems getting pregnant. My surgery is in 1 week and I was wondering how long it will take to recover afterwards. When can I expect to get a normal period again and how long afterwards can my husband and I start trying to concieve again?

How long does it take to recover after laparoscopic surgery to remove an ovarian cyst?
A week at most. There are usually only 2 incisions, 1/2 inch each. There's no much pain involved at all. The worst part is that they can't get all of the gas out of you so every time you sit up, you get these sharp pains in your shoulders. It HURTS - but there's hardly any pain from the incisions themselves after day #1. The best thing for the gas pains is to try to be upright as much as possible, it hurts to the point where you're crying, but the more you move around, the quicker it goes away.

My first laparoscopy I laid down for a week and still have problems with the gas pains. My second one, I was moving around much more and after 3 days it was gone.

You'll probably want to wait a week before trying again. The surgery will likely cause you to miss your period, just an FYI. The surgery should help you become much more fertile right afterwards.
Reply:I had a diagnostic laparoscopy last Thursday and to be honest, i was quite unprepared for how i felt. I wasn't worried about it and thought it would be easy, but i had a lot of pain - probably caused by the gas - i've got IBS as well, so it was pretty severe. I didn't start feeling normal until Sunday and i still don't feel 100% yet. The procedure itself isn't anything to worry about, but just don't expect a walk in the park - be prepared because any procedure under general anaesthetic can make you feel poorly. I felt really stupid because everyone else seemed fine, but listen to your body and give yourself a week to recover fully. Good look with trying to get pregnant :0)

fuchsia

Is it normal for your hand to be numb after ganglion cyst surgery?

2010-04-24T08:13:00.000-07:00

i have surgery on wed for a ganglion cyst. the top of my ahnd and thumb and index finger are numb is this normal after surgery? will it go away andy answers will help thanks

Is it normal for your hand to be numb after ganglion cyst surgery?
Usually there is some numbness after having a ganglion cyst removed. It can be caused by the swelling pushing against a nerve or the cyst was very close to the nerve. It should go away own it's own; give it a couple of weeks. Mention it to your doctor when you have the sutures removed. I hope this helps.
Reply:It's not unusual. When you go for follow up with your doctor, just mention it. The cyst was very close to the nerve and there's a little internal swelling after the surgery. That's why you have a little numbness. Once it starts healing, you should see that all go away.
Reply:I wouldn't ask anyone but your doctor don't believe any of the snotty kids here especially
Reply:Had one removed from my wrist. No effects on the feeling in my hand. It did before I had it removed. Depends on the nerves and if they are connected through it. Good idea to get it removed. Don't worry. Very common sugery and doc's know what they are doing!

Is it ok to get pregnant when you have Bartholin grand cyst?

2010-04-24T08:12:00.002-07:00

I have a Bartholin grand cyst. It is not infected and does not bother me. Will it affect the baby in any way if I get pregnant with it or should I see the doctor first and get it drained?

Is it ok to get pregnant when you have Bartholin grand cyst?
I also have that condition. I guess you can, there's no reason to not get pregnant, and it won't affect your baby.

If it's not infected then leave it alone. If it does get infected then go see the doctor.

I've known a woman who got a Bartholin abscess while pregnant, but everything turned out fine.

I have a few scars on my forehead 1 was the removal of a cyst 1 year ago, Is laser surgery a opition?

2010-04-24T08:12:00.001-07:00

Had a cyst and had it removed surgically lef a deep scar the other scar was a accident 12 yrs ago fell down stairs and the oher scar was i slipped and banged my head in the bath, so have 3 scars on forehead used mederma on the cyst it helped a little occasionally using it but feel self concious of the scars now and want too try some laser surgery ? Would that help and does anyone know how much it would cost ? And I live in scotland the west.

I have a few scars on my forehead 1 was the removal of a cyst 1 year ago, Is laser surgery a opition?
Scars are cool, they make people look more interesting. Try some bio-oil or similar first, but if you're sure that's what you want there are some sites for UK, most of the clinics seem to be in London:

http://www.sknclinics.co.uk/Display.aspx...

also found this:

http://www.skinlight.co.uk/cat_product_1...
Reply:Plastic surgery will make it far worse so just leave it alone.
Reply:This can only be repaired by a Plastic Surgeon, but it should be easy to correct.
Reply:as far as i know laser surgery is not used on scar tissue.

How long does it take to get rid of an acne cyst through accutane?

2010-04-24T08:12:00.000-07:00

Also, what causes acne cyst?

How long does it take to get rid of an acne cyst through accutane?
Accutane has different results for different people. Personally I found that while on Accutane my cysts were slower to heal and scared more easily. After 2 courses of accutane I still suffer from cystic acne- I guess I was one of the unlucky ones.

Cystic acne is usually hormonal and starts deep down in the skin, which is what makes it so difficult to treat.

I highly recommend a site called www.acne.org. It is filled with information on acne and message boards. Some contributors to the site keep logs and pictures of their Accutane course progress.

paper bush

Cortisone shot for an iflamed blemish, but it's not a cyst?

2010-04-24T08:11:00.002-07:00

So, I screwed up... I squeezed and severely made my pimple much much worse. I'm in a wedding in 3 DAYS. It's gross and crusty now. PLEASE PLEASE answer this for me... I'm strongly considering visiting my derm for a cortisone shot... will this do anything for it even though its not a true cyst, just a swollen inflamed spot? What can I do???? This sucks hardcore, I really really was looking foward to new years, my skin has been so great until this. Help?!? I need to know before 8 am tomorrow when I would make the call!

Cortisone shot for an iflamed blemish, but it's not a cyst?
Call the derm!
Reply:ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww sicko
Reply:I would call your doctor/dermatologist..like you said..in the morning to see what he or she says regarding your blemish. In the meantime, try applying saline solution on a cotton call to the zit. The salt will act like a poultice to draw out the infection and dirt.
Reply:get some topical cortizone from the dollar store and rubb it on it could be a ferincle they are caused by staph like from the shower stall or contact if so buy some boil ease from the druggist show them it and ask its behind the counter there buy some gause and cover it and the boil ease will drw it up and you can pop it and it will heal
Reply:Just leave it alone!

Have a lump on my neck that's really sore...ganglion cyst?

2010-04-24T08:11:00.001-07:00

it looks like the size of a gulf ball if i turn my neck right (it's on the left) but if i put pressure on it to like feel the size it kinda feels smaller. it hurts so bad to even move my neck. i read another question and thought maybe it was a lymph node. but i had a ganglion cyst on my hand prolly about 2 years ago and i thought they said if you have on you can get them again. the one i my hand was just small and went away (which they sid that if it didn't within a month, then surgery) but back in the day they just pounded bibles on them, haha weird. but i'm sure with scool and all it just got bumped and broke but what would they do for my neck...surgery?

thanks. =)

Have a lump on my neck that's really sore...ganglion cyst?
You should get it checked out before you declare it a cyst. It could be that you have a lot of stress in your neck and could've had a muscle spasm, resulting in a knot. If you had rubbed it and it went away slightly, maybe you should go get a massage.

What type of surgical procedure is performed to remove a bronchogenic cyst?

2010-04-24T08:11:00.000-07:00

I have a 3.6 centimeter cyst located behind my heart, and next to my Aorta. I am trying to get as much information on the surgical procedures that could be used, since it is taking forever for my Doctor to get me an appointment to meet with a surgeon. I am curious to know if they will have to crack my ribs open or not, and/or if it will possibly involve a lobectomy, and partial removal of my lung, even though it is off f my bronchial tube. Any information would be GREATLY appreciated!!!

What type of surgical procedure is performed to remove a bronchogenic cyst?
It depends on specifically where the cyst is located. There are some different procedures that might be used.

Mediastinoscopy: a lighted scope is inserted at the base of the neck in the sternal notch, and under the breastbone. Only small things can be done this way - your cyst might be too big for that.

Thoracoscopy: a scope again, through small incisions between the ribs. Many procedures, including lobectomies, can be done this way.

Thoracotomy: open procedure. Depending on the location of the cyst, this might be necessary. This is the rib-cracking surgery and has a much longer recovery time. Either of the first two procedures may need to be converted to this one if there is a problem (bleeding, can't reach the cyst, etc.)

You'll need to get the details from your surgeon. ASK QUESTIONS! Not all thoracic surgeons have the best personalities, just to warn you in advance.

Good luck to you!

Can anyone please help me? I need opinions is it a cyst?

2010-04-24T08:10:00.002-07:00

ok, well i thought i was pregnant, but i dont know things dont click, im planning to go to the doctors, but i just need this as a reassurance

these are my symptoms can they be an ovarian cyst?

* my lower abdomen is swollen/hard

* i have some pains in my lower abdomen that get up to my belly button

* frequent urination

*my breast grew a little

* gained about 5 pounds

*I've been stressing so much about being pregnant,but it wouldnt make so much sense to me

I had a late period this month, it was shorter and lighter than usual, i had a urine test done at the docs office for pregnancy and it was negative, so what can this be?

Can anyone please help me? I need opinions is it a cyst?
Wow, you have to do a blood test and a ultra sound. Urine Test are not accurate. Go to the doctor again and request this. Good Luck.
Reply:if you dont think you are pregnant

you could possibly have a fibroid tumor,

they are non-malignant, but they do

cause severe pain, and frequent urination

you could also have a bladder infection

daphne

Is it normal for your hand to be numb after ganglion cyst surgery?

2010-04-24T08:10:00.001-07:00

i have surgery on wed for a ganglion cyst. the top of my ahnd and thumb and index finger are numb is this normal after surgery? will it go away? any answers will help thanks

Is it normal for your hand to be numb after ganglion cyst surgery?
My hand didn't feel/get numb after this surgery. . . .
Reply:I think you should ask that doctor
Reply:I was numb and at first I thought the sugery didn't work. I had a second surgery for scar tissue removal after the cyst was removed. Took about a year to feel normal again.

GOOD LUCK!!!!
Reply:Call the office of the doctor who did the surgery. Call right away. It might be normal or it might be serious, but you need to find out for sure.
Reply:yes, mine was for atleast a week after surgery.
Reply:http://www.personalmd.com/healthtopics/c...
Reply:ooo I don't know, I'd worry any time something goes numb cause it's not getting enough blood to that area.
Reply:I think you should ask the doctor, but I think it is probably OK because you might have some nerve irritation from the surgery and will go away.
Reply:You must call the surgeon's office and ask if it's normal. There's nobody on here capable of taking your very prized hand in their "hands" to answer that question. Here's some sites about your surgery, but call your specialist immediately.

Great advice on this very complete site:

http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/aha/aha_g...

http://health.enotes.com/surgery-encyclo...

http://www.surgeryencyclopedia.com/Fi-La...

http://www.handsurgery.org/ganglioncyst....

http://www.indianahandcenter.com/medical...

I dont want surgery but I have a 5cm ovarian simple cyst, any alternatives for it?

2010-04-24T08:10:00.000-07:00

I have a 5cm simple cyst on my ovaries and it causes sharp pains from time to time. It has caused me to have 2 periods in 1 month and bleed heavily. MY Dr put me on birth control, does this shrink it or will it dissolve? What happens if it ruptures, do I just take a bunch of Advil and call my Dr the next morning? Anyone have this before?

I dont want surgery but I have a 5cm ovarian simple cyst, any alternatives for it?
I know of someone who had a simple cyst (I assume you are talking about a fluid filled type cyst) which ruptured. It was very painful and she was hospitalised but afterwards was okay again without surgery or other effects. The birth control may see the cyst reduce itself naturally although I would be worried about the pains you are getting. If it ruptures it is very painful. I have had a dermoid cyst rupture and it was extremely painful. No amount of advil did a thing to reduce the pain. A dermoid cyst is different though in that it won't reduce itself and has to be removed via surgery. If you get any severe pain I would not hesitate to call an ambulance.
Reply:Take your doctor's advice. I had one burst when I was 8 months pregnant, and thought I was going to die. And yes, the pill may indeed shrink the cyst, You may be able to find a doctor who will do a needle biopsy and just aspirate the thing, if its fluid filled. Look for one who does mastectomies and lumpectomies. They are the ones who do the needle biopsies and aspirations on breast cycts
Reply:They're quiet common. They usually go away in a month or two. If they don't, surgery is required and it's not bad.
Reply:You DO NOT want to experience this thing rupturing. You wanna talk about pain.... Advil will never even begin to phase what you will feel if it ruptures.

I need help...do you have an experience with a pilonidal cyst?

2010-04-24T08:09:00.002-07:00

a week ago i had surgery to have a pilonidal cyst removed...its a pretty big hole....on wednesday i had to go back to the doctor b/c of excruciating pain..it ended up being infected and they gave me antibiotics....i know it will take a while to heal, but now its bleeding a lot...too much info, but i've soaked through several gauze pads today...i'm debating on whether to go to the emergency room tomorrow....

does anybody have any suggestions, experiences or stories about this? i'm not sure what is normal or not...thanks

I need help...do you have an experience with a pilonidal cyst?
get you **** to the er now!!!!!! you can lose too much blood for a simple surgey and can be in serious trouble! i have seen kids come in with a tonsilectomy bleed and end up in icu. you really should not be bleeding much, if at all, after a week...

How dangerous is it for my pig to have a large cyst renoved, she is 5 yrs. old?

2010-04-24T08:09:00.001-07:00

my abby has a large cyst growing on the inside of her left hind leg and Im wondering if it is removed of how she will do. Im wondering if someone has been thru that?

How dangerous is it for my pig to have a large cyst renoved, she is 5 yrs. old?
I have asked my friend Chet, who is an expert on pig health, and he says the cyst can be removed by surgery.

Chet is a butchers apprentice and deals with pigs all the time. When he butchers them, it is just like surgery but they are already dead, he says.

He has butchered some with cysts the size of fists, so he ought to know. You cant eat the cyst, but the rest of the meat looks the same, cyst or no cyst, so who cares, right?

As for covering up the hole left by surgery, here is a top tip.

My pet vietnamese pot bellied pig, Gordon, suffered extensive burns after an accident with a barbeque.

Chet and I sewed on a skin graft of finest quality bacon.

Dont use the smoked bacon, unless you want to risk giving Chet smoking related illnesses later in life.

Before cutting the pig open, make sure he is tied down with a pillow in his mouth.

Make sure you do all this humanely, like I set out.
Reply:Why would you talk about your lady like that? Shame on you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

camellia

What's the best way to get rid of a cyst on your dog's back...???

2010-04-24T08:09:00.000-07:00

my dog has a cyst on his back... the vet says that it will clear up in time... but it's so gross... is there anything i can do to get rid of it sooner...???

What's the best way to get rid of a cyst on your dog's back...???
Put Peroxide on it, several times a day, but after the third day, stop using it, and see if that helps.

I'm surprised the Vet didn't prescribe Antibiotics for your pet!
Reply:I did some reading on Cyst, evidently Antibiotics aren't given, since Cyst are not an infection, but a growth, so your Vet was correct, and surgically removing them, is the only way to keep them from coming back. Thanks and I hope your dog is feeling better. Report It

Reply:Peroxide only lengthens the time of healing..it should really only be used when there's and infection, which a cyst is not, and to clean a wound, which a cyst is not.....so good luck with prolonging your dogs cyst! Report It

Reply:Diluted Hydrogen Peroxide is used to bleach human hair, hence the phrases peroxide blonde and bottle blonde. It whitens skeletons that are to be put on display. Hyd. Per. is used medically for cleaning wounds, removing dead tissue, or as an oral debriding agent. Report It

Reply:take him to the vet, they will remove it
Reply:Hmmm, you sure its the dogs back? Well, I had one on my backside and got anti-biotics so maybe a course will help your dog.
Reply:My doggie had one once and we wound up taking him back to the vet and having it drained. You might seek out a second opinion.

Also, you do want to get it removed if it doesn't go away over a period of time because they DO hurt your dog whether your dog acts like they're hurting him or not. Any human that has ever had a cyst can testify as to how painful they are.
Reply:DON"T do it yourself.

my dog has them too and as annoying as they can be to touch/look at, i have to just let them be....as she has gotten older she has developed a few more.....they're not going away. as long as they don't get worse or start to bleed or become infected theres really nothing you can do. technically you CAN get them removed, but why spend hundreds of dollars, when they aren't hurting your dog.

Please help i just found out i have a functional cyst !!! (girls only)?

2010-04-24T08:08:00.001-07:00

Ok so i went to my gyno because i hadnt started but was cramping really bad i took a pregnancy test and it came out positive but when i got a blood test done it was negitive come to find out i have a functional cyst!! Im really scared. Will this keep me from getting pregnant? Not that i want kids now but for later reference. Please help

Please help i just found out i have a functional cyst !!! (girls only)?
Read this...it should help you. They won't affect you getting pregnant in the future.

http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/help/defaul...
Reply:relax, thingds should be fine
Reply:no it wont stop you from having kids. i had one. they come right before your period and then when your period comes on, they burst and go away. they will come and go. sometimes they disappear for years. just get your weight down if you are overweight. get plenty of exercise. being overweight can contribute to it but not always. becareful that you limit your fatty foods. your diet has a great deal to do with it.

How long does the pain last from a burst ovarian cyst?

2010-04-24T08:08:00.000-07:00

I had a dull side ache for about a week and then it got really bad last night. This morning when I woke up the pain was almost completely gone but as the day has wore on I've gotten a bit of a dull ache back. Does this sound consistent with a burst ovarian cyst? If it does, how long is this dull pain going to last? I don't have any other symptoms. No fever, nausea, vomiting, etc etc

How long does the pain last from a burst ovarian cyst?
I have had 5 surgeries for cysts. 2 of them ruptured. The pain was unbearable. I had to have emergency surgery. You can have small ones that rupture (most women have cysts in their lifetime). I would not think that you would still have pain though. See your doc and get an ultrasound. That's the best way to tell. I didn't have fever, nausea or anything else either. The ones I had that ruptured were really big though.
Reply:go to your doctor
Reply:you need a doctor for this problem

how do you know you have a ovarian cyst?
Reply:If I were you check your doctor about this. Every person difference when they had a pain their burst overian cyst. Your doctor will tell you exact about burst overian cyst.

I want to find a doctor to remove my ganglion cyst, a hand surgeon in the los angeles area but of course canno

2010-04-24T08:07:00.002-07:00

Why can't I find hand surgeons listed . Only plastic surgeons come up. I want a hand surgeon for a gangleon cyst on the wrist. This is in the los angeles area,or san fernando valley.

I want to find a doctor to remove my ganglion cyst, a hand surgeon in the los angeles area but of course canno
You should be searching for an orthopedic surgeon.

lady slipper

When at first pregant do all women have a small cyst?

2010-04-24T08:07:00.001-07:00

I went to the hosptial yesterday and they said i have a small cyst on my right ovary does it mean i could be pregant if i am i would only be a few days

When at first pregant do all women have a small cyst?
No it doesn't mean you are pregnant. When you ovulate you usually get new cyst, when they burst it hurts like crazy. If you think you are pregnant take a pregnancy test or have your doctor give you a blood test to find out for sure. I have had a partial hysterectomy because of all the problems I have had, I still have my right ovary,which is covered by cyst. The doctor put me on birth control to try to make them shrink or fade away. The name for that is called Poly cystic Ovary.
Reply:All women get cysts, most don't even know it, I have PCOS, or poly-cystic ovarian syndrome. Just because you have one doesn't mean you are pregnant.
Reply:it does not in anyway mean you are pregnant if they saw the cyst they woulda saw if there were a yolk sac etc in the uterus oh my bad you'd only be a few days well it's too early to tell but most women develop small cysts during there cycle at some point they are harmless.........good luck wait a while a test!!
Reply:You may or not be. Not all pregnant women get this. A blood test will confirm for sure if you are pregnant. Do you have any other early pregnancy symptoms (tender breasts, frequent urination, no period, nausea)? I had a corpus luteal cyst at 4 weeks pregrnant and it was gone by my 8 week appointment. It will dissolve by the 8th week. You should go to the doctor for a test.
Reply:hello

cyst is a form of cancer of some sort

best
Reply:There is always a cyst when you pop an egg.. If you are preggo, it's called the corpus luteum cyst..This produces hormones that help keep the pregnancy..Mine always hurt, but I also have painful ovulation..So, it coensides. But, this is not a sure sign of pregnancy...We all have cysts sometimes..

I had a CT scan today that showed an ovarian cyst with free fluid in my pelvic region?

2010-04-24T08:07:00.000-07:00

My question is this: Should I be concerned by these findings? I have constant pelvic pain that has had me in the hospital twice. The ER doctor today told me birth control would be my treatment. I wouldn't think this would do anything for the fact that I have free fluid and a hemmoraging cyst. I'm just confused and would like to hear others' opinions. Thanks.

I had a CT scan today that showed an ovarian cyst with free fluid in my pelvic region?
Ovarian cysts of any kind can rupture or leak free fluid into the rectovaginal septum (aka Pouch of Douglas aka cul de sac). In patients with pelvic inflammatory disease, tubo-ovarian abcess, ruptured ectopic pregnancy and other certain conditions, free fluid is also often found. In your case, it sounds as though a cyst may have ruptured and you've got another one present. Ruptures are common with certain types of cysts, particularly "chocolate cysts" (endometriomas) and could definitely land you in the hospital with pain. Your findings, along with history and current symptoms, make Endometriosis a likely diagnosis. Oral contraceptives may quell some of the symptoms, but you deserve to have an actual diagnosis, which can only be obtained surgically. The good news is, the endometrioma(s) as well as the disease present throughout the pelvis can be removed during the same surgery. For current research, accurate info on the disease, advanced treatment options, help and support, see the following:

http://www.endometriosistreatment.org

http://www.centerforendo.com

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/erc

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EndoDocs

http://www.pelvicpain.org/html/physician...

http://www.endocenter.org/pdf/2006Screen... [this link has a self-test which might be beneficial to you]

The above offer extensive information, resources, support and assistance with finding a doctor who can truly treat the disease and help you feel better for the long-term. Though there is no absolute cure for Endometriosis, treatment with a specialist who truly understands the disease is your best bet. And if Endo is not the problem, they will be better suited to diagnose and treat whatever is causing your symptoms. Good luck and best wishes.
Reply:maybe you have a disease

How long does it take to heal after a pilinidal cyst surgery?

2010-04-24T08:06:00.000-07:00

im a healthy female and have been lucky enough to get a pilinidal cyst dont know how but its extremely painful!!! i have to go in for surgery to get it removed and im wondering if anyone knows how long it would normally take to heal if i take care of it. i work for discover card and it requires me to sit for 8 hours so im assuming it may be a while b4 i can sit again and its going to affect my job :(

How long does it take to heal after a pilinidal cyst surgery?
A pilonidal cyst is actually a type of birth defect, so you didn't get it- you were born with it. In fetal development, the outer covering of the spinal cord fuses from top to bottom to encase the spinal cord. Sometimes this happens a little late, and a small amount of skin, complete with the sweat glands, gets fused inside. It's usually seen as a small dimple on the tail of the spine, and is extemely common. The sweat gland continues to produce sweat, and as there is no opening for it to escape through, it eventually blows out the gland. The body reacts by walling it off, creating the cyst. Eventually it can become quite large, and as you have no doubt noted, very painful. The surgeon will try to excise the cyst intact- without breaking it, as the entire cyst must be removed or it will happen again. Because the area is most usually infected already, the surgeons don't usually stitch the site closed. They create a pocket, of sorts, and it is packed with a long strip of material containing a low level antibiotic. It acts to drain the wound and keep things clean. Normally the packing material is changed on a daily basis, though every doctor has his own preferences and you will need to ask yours what he wants to do.

The first week post-op is usually the most miserable, although things shouldn't feel as miserable as they were before the surgery, at least after the first day. Most people are not comfortable sitting for long periods for the first week. The doctor should be able to provide you with a "donut", which is a round plastic air cushion that looks much like it's namesake. It won't make things wonderful, but it will help you sit without putting pressure on the area.

How long you take to heal is anyone's guess. It depends on your own ability to heal. Ditto with how much it will hurt and impact your life- it depends on how much pain tolerance you have. I would hazard to guess you should not plan to work for a week, and after that you would still be more comfortable sitting on your donut. If you can stand up to do your job for short periods, that would also help you return to work sooner.

You can influence your healing time by eating a good balanced diet and following all the post op instructions. My docs always gave an antibiotic to take for 10 days afterwards, and if yours does, be sure you take it for the full time, and as directed. For the first few days, I recommend you leave off the undies and air your tush as much as possible. Sunlight helps encourage the healing, and keeping things warm and dry help as well. Buns up in a patch of sunlight isn't that bad a position those first few days, and is usually the most comfortable position anyway. On the upside, the surgery usually takes care of the problem completely and there won't be a replay. And considering how much they hurt, that's always a good piece of news.
Reply:it took me 3 months to heal
Reply:Hi, I work for a general surgeon and we see %26amp; do surgery on pilonidal cysts routinely. If your surgeon excises the cyst and leaves the cavity open to granulate in on it's own; it will require packing changes 2-3 times per week. He wants the cavity to fill-in(granulate) on it's own, from the bottom of the wound up. If you try and suture the wound shut after surgery, you run the risk of the skin edges closing nicely, but having the wound fill up with fluid and turn into infection. The packing usually consists of plain or iodoform gauze packing strip.

It is a lengthy post-op treatment, but only real uncomfortable for the very first few packing changes. Once it starts granulating in, it doesn't hurt so bad. And be sure your doc gives you something for pain post-op too!

Good luck with your surgery.

Veterinarian Needed (WI) who can do Laparoscopic Surgery to remove cyst on ovary?

2009-11-20T04:09:00.003-08:00

My female Pug needs a cyst removed on one of her ovaries.

I would like info on a Veterinarian who can perform this

done by Laparoscopic Surgery in the Wisconsin/Mn area.

Veterinarian Needed (WI) who can do Laparoscopic Surgery to remove cyst on ovary?
Dr. Thomas N. Tenorio, 2600 Wauwatosa Ave., Wauwatosa, WI 53213; Fax: (262) 255-1170; e-mail: tosavet@ameritech.net.

Bonnie Campbell BS, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVS

Assistant Professor of Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgery

bjgc@vetmed.wsu.edu

Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital

2015 Linden Drive

Madison, WI 53706

608-263-7600 or 1-800-DVM-VMTH
Reply:A doctor can.

dendrobium

Should I go in for more surgery after having a cyst removed from my forehead?

2009-11-20T04:09:00.002-08:00

I just had what I thought was a cyst removed. And it was tested and came back ( dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans) a cancerous tumor. Now they want to go in a second time and make sure that they got it all. I am so scared to go in a second time. But if I don't there is a really good chance it could come back, but then again it may not. I just want some opinions or if someone else out there has been through this please write. AND also aren't they supposed to do a biopsy before going in, so they know what they are messing with.

Should I go in for more surgery after having a cyst removed from my forehead?
You forget to mention your age! Any way a fibrosarcoma is an aggressive form of cancer, the doc must go in again to make sure that everythinhg is clean as radiation is not possible because the cancer is at your forehead and radiation would "fry" your brain!! So, do not wait anynmore, go back for the second surgical round!! Best wishes!!
Reply:You should probably go in, but if you are unsure of the doctors ideas on the situation get a second opinion from another doctor.
Reply:Since they know what it was, they did do a biopsy. Since they said it was cancerous, I would go back. You want to make sure that they got it all.
Reply:you should probably let them go back in

if you arent feeling right about it, get a second opinion first
Reply:oh my gosh yes you need to go in and have it redone because you dont want it to spead if they didnt get it all
Reply:girl, if it isgoing to save your life go for it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:if your second guessing it, i would definently get a second opinion before just jumping in...go with your gut feeling. best wishes.
Reply:If you have/had been diagnosed for cancer and the surgeons want to go in a second time GO! They will open the original surgical site and make sure that nothing was left behind. They don't need to do a biopsy, they tested the cyst when they removed it. They already know WHAT it is. Now they want to be sure they have it all out. They only thing I would be asking is if you need to be completely anesthetized to have this surgery or if you can be put under "twilight sleep". that way you would not need to have a laryngeal tube placed. I don't feel they are messing around with you. I believe they want to make sure they have all of the tumor.
Reply:Sweetie, you should GO IN!

Don't wait. My sister had one removed from her nose. If they didn't get it all it can grow back just as bad as it ever was.

With a skin growth you remove it anyway and test it later.

Good luck and don't wait--again.

I have amedical question about the presence of an ovarian cyst can u help me?

2009-11-20T04:09:00.001-08:00

my sister is 21 years old and she took an ultra sonic x ray .the report was that she have an ovarian cyst of about 2*2 cm do u think it's dangerous or it may effect on her fertility ?

I have amedical question about the presence of an ovarian cyst can u help me?
I have a 5.5cm ovarian cyst on my left ovary. I have had it most of my life. I am asymptomatic. That means that I have no pain and it doesn't affect my life in any way. It can have an effect on fertility, so she if she wants to get pregnant, she might want to get checked out by an Infertility Specialist. That's how I was able to get pregnant and give birth to my son.
Reply:She needs to talk to her ob/gyn. They may want to do a laproscopy to remove the cyst. If it ruptures she could be in a LOT of pain. Or he may give her meds to shrink it. Cysts are nothing to play with.
Reply:i was diagnosed as having two ovarian cysts the size of pees. they can cause pain like cramps simialr to menstartion. but they can be avoided by taking tylenol or advil, ect. some cysts have been know to be cancerous but if it was then they would have told her. having cysts can affect fertility but if she wants yo have kids and is worried about anything then she needs to talk to the doctor about it. cysts can be removed easily...so you and your sister should have nothing to worry about. just ask the doctor the same questions you have already asked and then he can give you the addvise, medication, ect. hat you really need.
Reply:she should take the medicine that makes it go away. they are easy to get rid of, don't worry, But I wouldn't just let it stay there, it will cause probs

What would you do for best about a small ovarian cyst.?

2009-11-20T04:09:00.000-08:00

had scan showing small cyst, doc offered open surgery, not happy.

What would you do for best about a small ovarian cyst.?
I found this short article in your problem, perhaps reading it might just help you out.

What is an ovarian cyst?

An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in the ovary. Many cysts are completely normal. These are called functional cysts. They occur as a result of ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary). Functional cysts normally shrink over time, usually in about 1 to 3 months. If you have a functional cyst, your doctor may want to check you again in 1 to 3 months to make sure the cyst has got smaller. In certain cases, your doctor may want you to take birth control pills so you won't ovulate. If you don't ovulate, you won't form cysts.

If you are menopausal and are not having periods, you shouldn't form functional cysts. If you do have a cyst, your doctor will probably want you to have a sonogram so he or she can look at the cyst. What your doctor decides to do after that depends on your age, the way the cyst looks on the sonogram and if you're having symptoms such as pain, bloating, feeling full after eating just a little, and constipation.
Reply:i too have one but have had nothing done with it...mine was discovered about 8 years ago!!!!!
Reply:Do you trust your doctor? If you do, you should allow him to do what is necessary for your health. Ovarian cysts may later turn to cancer or grow even larger and block a vital organ if not taken care of properly. I'll pray for you. Take care.
Reply:There s nothing to worry about,they may do keyhole surgery instead,if you have been advised to have the cyst out then i think you should.Its not a major op and its all safe these days being put asleep,you will be ok be brave and have it done.
Reply:i had several cysts, they bursted after taking homeopathic medicine ovarium or sth like that
Reply:My mom hade one about 3 years ago.

She drank green tea as that is said to strink or prevent cancers.

I think also, things like tomatoes and turmeric can prevent cancers, but definately green tea tree times a day.

I found a small cyst in my breast, before last Christmas, I took garlic tablets and drunk green tea.
Reply:I had one and it disburst itself, if your gp is offering open surgery, go for it as there is obviously a reason that he has offered you this treatment..
Reply:i have about 10 on each overy but as there not big i dnt have to have surgery!

the side affects i get from it are easily managable, but if they get worse, they wil have to be removed. but not with open surgery, with a lapaoscapy.
Reply:Most small cysts disapear on there own...not sure why doctor would offer surgery. I would say if it's causing alot of pain have it drained but if not leave it and it will disapear xx
Reply:see your doctor.

What is a 33-week old baby's chance of surviving if it still has a choroid plexus cyst?

2009-11-20T04:08:00.003-08:00

Hi --

I'm looking for a doctor or medical professional who knows something about a choroid plexus cyst in infants. My sister is 33 weeks pregnant with a baby girl who has one of these cysts in her head. There is a 99% chance that she will be born [yes that is the statistic) and it will go away, but usually in that statistic the cyst had disappeared by 28 weeks. But what are the chances of a baby developing T-19 if it still has this cyst at 33 weeks?

Thanks in advance for your help.

What is a 33-week old baby's chance of surviving if it still has a choroid plexus cyst?
Choroid plexus cysts are relatively common and relatively benign. The size of the cyst is that is important. If it is small, stop worrying.

Old OB Doc

broadleaf

Am I supposed to miss a week of school to have a sebaceous cyst removed?

2009-11-20T04:08:00.002-08:00

I've got a sebaceous cyst just below my eyebrow which is about an inch long, and I'm getting it removed in a couple of weeks. The surgeon says I should probably stay off school for the week. Is it normal to miss this much school to have a cyst removed? I have my gcses this year so I really don't want to miss too much.

Am I supposed to miss a week of school to have a sebaceous cyst removed?
Sebaceous cysts generally do not require medical treatment. However, if they continue to grow, they may become unsightly, painful, infected, or all of the above. Surgical excision of a sebaceous cyst is a simple procedure to completely remove the sac and its contents. Under no circumstances must one try to pop the cyst as it can lead to infection of the surrounding tissue. The neck is a vitally dangerous region due to the glands and blood vessels. An infected cyst may require oral antibiotics or other treatment before excision. Another common and effective method of treatment involves placement of a heat-pad directly on the cyst for about fifteen minutes, twice daily, for about 10 days (depending on size and location of the cyst).[1] This method works by bringing the temperature of the wax-like material inside of the cyst to a temperature at which it melts and can be reabsorbed and processed by the body as a small amount of oily fluid. This method is preferred over surgery both for reasons of associated costs and risks of surgery. This methodology is not applicable for non-sebaceous cysts, however, as other varieties of cysts do not contain the same hardened sebum deposits, and therefore do not melt to be reabsorbed by the body.

It is all going to depend on how yo feel. I think you should feel fine to go to schools sooner and may just take pain meds at night and get extra rest when taking them. At the most if you heal fast 3-4 days of bed rest should do it.
Reply:Miss school for what? You can still use your other eye? Thats kinda crazy if you ask me.
Reply:unless ur in college i would stay home a week if i could i felt bad all day today i even have a health question and if it hurts u seriously need to stay home.

Which exercise should be avoided if one has an ovarian cyst?

2009-11-20T04:08:00.001-08:00

I was diagnosed last week with a plum-sized cyst on my left ovary as a result of endometriosis. I will probably have to have surgery sometime soon to take it out. My doctor told me it is still ok to do exercises as long as I don't overdo it. I don't know what the cut-off should be, though. I asked if I could still go to spinning classes (indoor group cycling) and she said yes. But my mom told me not to, and said anything like that could increase my risk of it rupturing. Any advice on the matter? Thanks.

Which exercise should be avoided if one has an ovarian cyst?
All excercise is ok with ovarian cyst. Cycling and even running is ok. Sometimes surgery is unnecessary and the cyst can be resolved with birth control. Unless the cyst is a solid mass then surgury is needed. Ask your doctor for atleast 3 months of BC then repeat your ultrasound. Good luck.
Reply:I wouldn't take anything to the extreme, I don't think cycling would but then again, I am not sure....don't have sex or use anything in there. I have had a cyst rupture and it is worse than childbirth!
Reply:No offense...but I guess your doc doesn't know that Iodoral dissolves ovarian cysts!!!! But he also can't make any money off of you if you don't have surgery!

My doc put me on it and my cyst IS GONE!!!!! :)

I buy mine from this site...

http://www.breastcancerchoices.org/iodin...

Good luck! :)

What is the usual age for Woment to get ovarian cyst?

2009-11-20T04:08:00.000-08:00

I am fourteen years old, and was just in the emergency room a few nights ago, and found out that I had an Ovarian Cyst that ruptured.

So my mom is very curious, as to what the common age is to have them.

Thanks.

What is the usual age for Woment to get ovarian cyst?
i got one when i was 14 and then another when i was 16.. i think once you start having your peiord you can get them
Reply:See the source below for some information ...
Reply:i got one wen i was 12
Reply:Actually the same thing happened to me when I was either 14 or 15....Out of the blue on day I had extreme pain on my right side. I couldn't stand and I had a lot of trouble breathing. I had to be taken to the emergency room and they told me I had an Ovarian Cyst that ruptured.

I am expecting a baby. The ultrasound shows an ARACHNOID CYST in sellar and supra sellar region of the brain.?

2009-11-20T04:07:00.002-08:00

The size of the cyst is approx 1.8 x 1.7 x 1.6 cm. I am unable to find a reasonable answer from any doc. Can anybody tell me the details about this problem or refer me to a doc for this.

I am expecting a baby. The ultrasound shows an ARACHNOID CYST in sellar and supra sellar region of the brain.?
My daughter has this - and it is in the same region - there is really nothing they can do for this except watch it for growth. However, she also has a brain tumor - BUT do NOT get alarmed - this is her 2nd brain tumor.

Have you seen a neurosurgeon??? If not - go to one - they may recommend chemotherapy AFTER the birth of your child.

Go to this website http://www.abta.org OR

http://www.arachnoidcyst.org

you will find some very helpful information that may ease your mind.

Best of luck to you.
Reply:Hydrocephalus, visual difficulties or hypopituitarism are potential complications. Removal of these cysts (if they do become symptomatic) is typically quite successful.
Reply:I'm not a doctor, but my understanding is that they're not really accurate about seeing those kinds of things in an ultrasound. I know someone who's doctor supposedly saw an arachnoid cyst in their ultrasound, but when the baby was born there wasn't anything wrong.

In any event, there's nothing you can do about it until the baby is born, so you really should just hope for the best and try not to worry about it. I imagine they may do some extra ultrasounds to make sure it doesn't get any bigger.

Good luck. I hope you have a healthy baby!

night jasmine

After u/s doctor found bright spot on heart and cyst on brain.?

2009-11-20T04:07:00.001-08:00

My wife is 18 weeks pregnant and just had an u/s where the doctor found a bright spot on the heart and a cyst on the brain.

As you can imagine we are both very worried. Has anyone gone through this that can shed some light. Any good news. Thanks

After u/s doctor found bright spot on heart and cyst on brain.?
I have the link to a site that may help you find even more information. It's at: http://forums.obgyn.net/pregnancy-birth

Hi my name is melissa I'm having an ovarian cyst can some one tell me about it?

2009-11-20T04:07:00.000-08:00

Iam 18 years of age and am getting my menstrual cycle within a span of 15 days from the last 4 months to see if every thing is ok with me I went to the doctor and he told me to do some tests and an ultra sonography all my tests were clear but my sonography showed an right ovarian cyst which measures about 3.6 *3now I donot know whether it is normal or no if someone knows anything about it please write back to me and let me know whether it is normal or no and what should be done I'll be going to my doc next week

Hi my name is melissa I'm having an ovarian cyst can some one tell me about it?
At any given time, most women have cysts on their ovaries. It's very common. I had painful cysts and they never cause any "major" problems. I have three children now...LOL.

What are ovarian cysts?

A cyst is a fluid-filled sac, and can be located anywhere in the body. On the ovary, different types of cysts can form. The most common type of ovarian cyst is called a functional cyst, which often forms during the normal menstrual cycle. Each month, a woman's ovaries grow tiny cysts that hold the eggs. When an egg is mature, the sac breaks open to release the egg, so it can travel through the fallopian tube for fertilization. Then the sac dissolves. In one type of functional cyst, called a follicular cyst, the sac doesn't break open to release the egg and may continue to grow. This type of cyst usually disappears within one to three months. A corpus luteum cyst, another type of functional cyst, forms if the sac doesn’t dissolve. Instead, the sac seals off after the egg is released. Fluid then builds up inside of it. This type of cyst usually goes away on its own after a few weeks. However, it can grow to almost four inches and may bleed or twist the ovary and cause pain. Clomid or Serophene, which are drugs used to induce ovulation, can raise the risk of getting this type of cyst. These cysts are almost never associated with cancer.

There are also other types of cysts:

Endometriomas. These cysts develop in women who have endometriosis, when tissue from the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. The tissue may attach to the ovary and form a growth. These cysts can be painful during sexual intercourse and during menstruation.

Cystadenomas. These cysts develop from cells on the outer surface of the ovary. They are often filled with a watery fluid or thick, sticky gel. They can become large and cause pain.

Dermoid cysts. The cells in the ovary are able to make hair, teeth, and other growing tissues that become part of a forming ovarian cyst. These cysts can become large and cause pain.

Polycystic ovaries. The eggs mature within the follicles, or sacs, but the sac doesn't break open to release the egg. The cycle repeats, follicles continue to grow inside the ovary, and cysts form.
Reply:Hi hun,

I am sorry to to hear that you have this. I wish you the best.

This is a condition that the doctors will let go for as long as they can as long as it is non cancerous.

Even if they do have to remove the ovary you will still produce and egg every other ovulation.

So you will still be able to get pregnant. You could also ask them to try and harvest what eggs they can just for a back up.

in any case they would be able to do invetro.

Good luck

18 weeks pregnant and ultra sound found a Choroid Plexus Cyst?

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The doctor called and said they found a choroid Plexus Cyst in the ultra sounds for my unborn son. He said that all other tests that I have done found the baby is fine - no sign of down's ect. However, I have to go in for a level 2 ultra sound to do a more accurate look at everything. He said that most likely everything is fine, but I can't help but be nervous. Has anyone other mother's gone through this? Any advice or information would be great!

18 weeks pregnant and ultra sound found a Choroid Plexus Cyst?
I just went through the same thing. I received the news at 18 weeks that my baby had bilateral choroid plexus cysts. I too am having a boy (can't wait) and I was so upset with the news. My doctor told me not to worry because my NT scan was negative and so was my triple screen test. He sent me for a level 2 ultrasound, just to be safe, and the specialist recommended I have an amnio because of my age (I'm 34). This only caused me more stress and worry. The results came back and the baby was healthy. I just went back to the specialist for check up at 22 weeks and the cysts are gone. The specialist stated he sees the cysts in approximately 1 out of 12 fetuses. As long as you do not have any other risk factors, I wouldn't worry. These cysts usually clear up by week 24.
Reply:Hi,

I don't exactly know what type of cyst that is...but I had a cyst during the first tri which most women get and they said it is fine and wont hurt my little one. I don't know of a cyst hurting a baby. If the doc says it's most likely fine just keep those words in, they just have to make sure to protect them, you, and your son...
Reply:i've heard of women getting a cyst during pregnancy and they said it'll usually go away by 6 months and if not the DR will have to remove it.
Reply:I had never heard of it until your question. I was curius so I looked it up. Here is what I found:

The choroid plexus is the tissue within the brain, which produces the cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid fills the normal spaces in the brain (ventricles) and flows around the outside of the brain and spinal cord. Small fluid-filled spaces, called cysts, are seen during obstetrical ultrasound examinations in the choroid plexus in up to 2% of normal pregnancies.

These cysts disappear spontaneously during pregnancy and are, in themselves, of no concern before or after birth. There is no need to re-scan during pregnancy. Children with choroid plexus cysts are developmentally normal and indistinguishable from those in whom no cysts were seen on ultrasound examination during pregnancy.

In a few patients reported in medical journals, a fetus with choroid plexus cysts was found to have a chromosomal abnormality, Trisomy 18. In Trisomy 18, the fetus has an extra chromosome number 18 with a total of 47 chromosomes, instead of the normal 46. The great majority of babies with this condition have other physical abnormalities, often affecting the limbs (especially a clenched fist), heart, brain, and/or face. When these defects are found in addition to choroid plexus cysts, there is a strong concern about Trisomy 18, and the mother would be recommended to have an Amniocentesis to determine if the fetus has this condition.

There is considerable controversy in the medical journals about how great a risk of Trisomy 18 or other chromosomal abnormalities there is for a fetus with choroid plexus cysts. This is especially for the fetus that appears otherwise normal by ultrasound and has no other risk factors; such as mother's age, a family history of chromosome problems or an abnormal screening blood test called (Maternal Serum Screen). The size, number and eventual disappearance of these cysts did not alter the risk.

If a fetus with choroid plexus cysts has a detailed ultrasound, including views of the heart and of hands that open and close, and shows no other abnormalities, then the risk of Trisomy 18 is only 1 in about 250. The risk of an Amniocentesis causing a miscarriage is about 1 in 250.

Maternal age (mother’s age over 32) is a significant risk factor as well as other ultrasound signs. The risk of chromosome abnormalities increases significantly when CPC’s are associated with other markers rising from less than 1 in 250 as an isolated finding in a woman under 32 years to 1 in 10 when associated with other markers or raised maternal age.

Based on the medical literature and our experience, we do not recommend Amniocentesis in cases with choroid plexus cysts as the only risk factor. We do believe, however, that Amniocentesis is certainly not inappropriate and can justifiably be performed because of parental concern, even for a small isolated choroid plexus cyst.

Has anyone ever had trouble several months after an ovarian cyst removal?

2009-11-20T04:06:00.002-08:00

I had an ovarian cyst removal about a year ago December and feel the same pain (sometimes worse) as before I had the procedure. Can anyone shed some light on the issue. I spoke with my doctor and they just tell me it's normal to have some pain. I have done several searches and can't find anything. It's not just during my peroid, it is all the time and also during intercourse. Please help..

Has anyone ever had trouble several months after an ovarian cyst removal?
Have you ever considered a diagnosis of Endometriosis? Endometriomas (often called chocolate cysts) are common and occur frequently in women and girls with the disease. See below for additional help and info:

http://www.centerforendo.com/endoq%26amp;a.htm

http://www.centerforendo.com/articles/cy...

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/erc

http://www.endocenter.org/pdf/2007Screen...

Good luck and feel better.

frangipni

What is the best way to get rid of a Cyst?

2009-11-20T04:06:00.001-08:00

i've undergone surgery once to remove a Cyst on my left hand and still growing back.

What is the best way to get rid of a Cyst?
See a doc. There isn't a common remedy for it.
Reply:Don't ask on here my love, go to your doctor. Hope you get it sorted!
Reply:chop your hand off it wont come back then!!
Reply:i had one on my penis. cut it out with razor blade and threw up in bath .all good now but i have to hold it like a flute now
Reply:Get to the doctors for some antibioctics
Reply:see a doctor don't try anything your self!!!

Good luck!!!
Reply:antibiotics and a hot compress
Reply:why are people suggesting antibiotics? Aren't those meant to kill bacteria and last I checked a cyst is not a bacterial infection. It's just a mass of cells.

Girl do not trust any of the answers here except those who say GO SEE A DOCTOR. That's your best option. You want to talk to someone with experience and training, someone whose crudentials you can check.
Reply:ERM. See a doctor?
Reply:Dont do ANYTHING! go to see a doctor and ask if theres anything more they can do, they can be quite serious you know!
Reply:Definition

Ganglion cyst removal, or ganglionectomy, is the removal of a fluid-filled sac on the skin of the wrist, finger, or sole of the foot. The cyst is attached to a tendon or a joint through its fibers and contains synovial fluid, which is the clear liquid that lubricates the joints and tendons of the body. The surgical procedure is performed in a doc tor's office. It entails aspiration, or draining fluid from the cyst with a large hypodermic needle. The cyst may also be excised (removed by cutting).

Purpose

Ganglion cysts are sacs that contain the synovial fluid found in joints and tendons. They are the most common forms of soft tissue growth on the hand and are distinguished by their sticky liquid contents. The cystic structures are attached to tendon sheaths via a long thin tube-like arm. About 65% of ganglion cysts occur on the upper surface of the wrist, with another 20%–25% on the volar (palm) surface of the hand. Most of the remaining 10%–15% of ganglion cysts occur on the sheath of the flexor tendon. In a few cases, the cysts emerge on the sole of the foot.

Ganglion cysts have appeared in medical writing from the time of Hippocrates (c. 460–c. 375 B. C.). Their exact cause is unknown. There are some indications, however, that ganglion cysts result from trauma to or deterioration of the tissue lining in the joints that secretes synovial fluid.

Ganglion cysts can emerge quite quickly, and can disappear just as fast. They are benign growths, usually causing problems in the functioning of the joints or tendons of the hand or finger only when they are large. Many people do not seek medical attention for ganglion cysts unless they cause pain, affect the movement of the nearby tendons, or become particularly unsightly.

An old traditional treatment for a ganglion cyst was to hit it with a Bible, since the cysts can burst when struck. Today, cysts are removed surgically by aspiration but often reappear. Surgical excision is the most reliable treatment for ganglion cysts, but aspiration is the more common form of therapy.

Demographics

Ganglion cysts account for 50%–70% of all soft tissue tumors of the hand and wrist. They are most likely to occur in adults between the ages of 20 and 50, with the female: male ratio being about 3: 1. Most ganglion cysts are visible; however, some are occult (hidden). Occult cysts may be diagnosed because the patient feels pain in that part of the hand or has noticed that the tendon cannot move normally. In about 10% of cases, there is associated trauma.

Description

Patients are given a local or regional anesthetic in a doctor's office. Two methods are used to remove the cysts. Most physicians use the more conservative procedure, which is known as aspiration.

Aspiration

* An 18- or 22-gauge needle attached to a 20–30-mL syringe is inserted into the cyst. The doctor removes the fluid slowly by suction.

* The doctor may inject a corticosteroid medication into the joint after the fluid has been withdrawn.

* A compression dressing is applied to the site.

* The patient remains in the office for about 30 minutes.

Excision

Some ganglion cysts are so large that the doctor recommends excision. This procedure also takes place in the physician's office with local or regional anesthetic.

Excision of a ganglion cyst is performed as follows:

* The physician palpates, or feels, the borders of the sac with the fingers and marks the sac and its periphery.

* The sac is cut away with a scalpel.

* The doctor closes the incision with sutures and applies a bandage.

* The patient is asked to remain in the office for at least 30 minutes.

Diagnosis/Preparation

Ganglion cysts are fairly easy to diagnose because they are usually visible and pliable to the touch. They are distinguished from other growths by their location near tendons or joints and by their fluid consistency. Ganglion cysts are sometimes confused with a carpal boss (a bony, non-mobile spur on the top of the wrist), but can usually be distinguished by the fact that they can be moved and are usually less painful for the patient.

The doctor may schedule one or more imaging studies of the hand and wrist. An x-ray may reveal bone or joint abnormalities. Ultrasound may be used to diagnose the presence of occult cysts.

Aftercare

Patients should avoid strenuous physical activity for at least 48 hours after surgery and report any signs of infection or inflammation to their physician. A follow-up appointment should be scheduled within three weeks of aspiration or excision. Excision may result in some stiffness after the surgery and some difficulties in flexing the hand because of scar tissue formation.

Risks

Aspiration has very few complications as a treatment for ganglion cysts; the most common aftereffects are infection or a reaction to the cortisone injection. Complications of excision include some stiffness in the hand and scar formation. Ganglion cysts recur after excision in about 5–15% of cases, usually because the cyst was not completely removed.

Normal results

Aspirated ganglion cysts disappear and cause no further symptoms in 27–67% of cases. They may, however, reoccur and require repeated aspiration. Aspiration combined with an injection of cortisone has more success than aspiration by itself. Excision is a much more reliable procedure, however, and the stiffness that the patient may experience after the procedure eventually goes away. The formation of a small scar is normal.

Morbidity and mortality rates

The only risks for ganglion cyst removal are infections or inflammation due to the cortisone injection. There is a small risk of damage to nearby nerves or blood vessels.

Alternatives

Alternatives to aspiration and excision in the treatment of ganglion cysts include watchful waiting and resting the affected hand or foot. It is quite common for ganglion cysts to fade away without any surgical treatment.

Can you get pregnant if you have a ruptured ovarian cyst while having sex?

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Last week my boyfriend and I were having sex and while we were having it, a cyst ruptured on my ovary. I know that is what it was because I have had them rupture before. I have PCOS but I do have two children 9 and 6 yrs old. I'm now 29 and wondering since this happened while I was having sex could I get pregnant?

Can you get pregnant if you have a ruptured ovarian cyst while having sex?
you do have two ovaries and it all depends on several other factors... but to answer your question with a simple answer: then yes

if you feel you might be - try a home pregnancy test first

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after reading your additional info chances are slim but stranger things have happened
Reply:I'm not sure. You should probably see your doctor.
Reply:well i am pregnant with a cyst on my left ovarie so hey you can get pregnant you mentioned you have children every time you get pregnant a scar is left on the tube where the egg grows etc and its common to get cysts forming so nothing to worry about
Reply:Ovarian cysts truly suck. But they don't necessarily stop the ovaries from functioning. Yeah, you could have gotten pregnant.

I have a kitty 2 mos. old who has a cyst under its neck. Please Help.?

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I livein a trayler in the middle of nowhere and kittys just roam wild and free. Sometimes the mothers abandon their kittens and we take them in and keep them alive as long as we can. Most of them live but some of them just stop eating and it seems like they give up on life. There is this one who we ahave had for about 2 mos. now, and now has a cyst and I dont have mony for a vet to take him to. Does anyone know somthing I can do to help him in any way. Maby to ease the pain, or know of an over the counter herbal remedy.

I have a kitty 2 mos. old who has a cyst under its neck. Please Help.?
Do not give your animal Tylenol. It can kill your kitten. The only human med you should even give your kitten is baby aspirin but you need to call a vet to get the right dosage for your kitty depending on its weight. If I were you I would call the Humane Society or take him there to see if they can help you. They sometimes have programs to help people with low incomes.
Reply:Ok. Look I don't think you should own animals if you do not have money to take care of them I LOVE cats and I can help you. If you have the money. Get some childrens tylenol and give the kitty like two or three drops. and pour some peroxide on it.:))
Reply:I had a cat that had a bellybutton cyst. It stayed the same size for about a year and the vet just kept watch on it. At about a year old it started growing and had to be removed. It didn't really cause her a lot of pain. In fact, she didn't really even pay attention to it. Maybe you can save a little each day until you get the money to have it removed. Otherwise, with the location of it, it will probably kill her when it grows. I know that this is not what you were asking for, but I thought the information might help a little.
Reply:I don't know where you live, but there are free or very low cost spay and neuter programs for cats like the ones you describe all over the country (http://www.feralcatproject.org/). Google it and find one near you. When you take the cat in they will also check it for health concerns and will be able to help you. If you find a free one get as many of those cats in as possible. It would be the best thing you could do for them! I hope everything is okay!

I had a ultrasound to check on my ovaries and they found a cyst?

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my doctor said it should go away on its own she act like its no big deal i been trying to conieve for the past year .im sure this has something to do with it has anybody has this condition and if they did i would like to know the steps they took and did they get pregnant when they got rid of the cyst. i hope when the cyst get remove i can get pregnant.hopefully it a little promblem and be treated .

I had a ultrasound to check on my ovaries and they found a cyst?
I've had many ovarian cysts. It is more common than some women think. Actually, you get them every month between menstrual cycles. The come and go every month. Although it is common that they don't "rupture" right away on their own. In those cases, whole ovaries, or partial ovaries can be removed, (that's only if they don't go away on their own and are so enlarged surgery is required). It is still possible to get pregnant with only one single half ovary!

I with pregnancy on every woman wanting to be a mom. It is a wonderful experience and I hope everything works out for you!

Hope it helps!
Reply:well, i found out i was pregnant from my family doctor, and then i went schedule me an appt. at an OBGYN, and when i went in there, she said i was 3 months pregnant. Then when she did the ultrasound, she said it looked like i had a cyst. I had to go 2 hours away to a specialist and they said ive been having this cysts for some time now. So when i was about 5 months pregnant i went into surgery b/c it was sooo big that they had to cut me open to remove it. They said the baby couldnt grow if i didnt get it removed. It was a scary thing for me until 2 days after my surgery i got to hear my babys heartbeat and see her moving on the screen. I felt so much better and her heartbeat was great and strong. My doctor told me before the procedure that this happens sometimes to women and they just dont know they have it. It was a good thing i had it checked out b/c they said it weighed like 3 lbs. It wasnt cancerous but it was real big that there was no way the baby wasnt going to be able to grow. 4 months later i gave birth to a healthy baby girl. Nothing was wrong with her or anything. The whole pregnancy was a breeze after that. They just keep a close eye out on you. So anyways, i dont think that having a cyst can mess up you having a baby, b/c mine was sooo big that i been having it for atleast a half a year. Take care and im here if you need to talkabout stuff! ive been thru alot and im only 22!! good luck!!!
Reply:I went to the ER last december just 3 weeks after an abortion due to pain. They found a 3CM size cyst on my right ovary. They said it should go away blah blah blah. I've taken birth control pills, I still feel it..not as bad but some months when I ovulate It makes me cry. So it comes and goes. The doc told me they won't remove cysts unless they are large and VERY bothersome because it's an invasive surgery.

One more case: my step sister at 19 was told by some quack doc. that due to her MANY cysts she would be unable to have children which crushed her world. She quit using birth control all together and 2 months later, she found out she was pregnant with my beautiful healthy niece who will be 4 next weekend. She didn't need any extra surgerys as far as I know.

Best of Luck to you...
Reply:Ya , I had 1 too. There is a certain size whihc doctors consider normal n not harmful, if ur cyst does not grow over that size they prefer not to give medication or remove it as they hope it goes on its own. But u should monitor it monthly or every other month to c how its going. i know someone who got pregnant over cysts with no problem, but had to remove it during her pregnancy cause it grew and was not good for the baby. She gave birth to a healthy baby. If ur ovulation is normal then dont worry. Just let the doctor make sure u dont have blocked tubes and ur hubby is tested, maybe it isnt from ur side. Good luck.

bleeding heart

What can I do at home to help with infected cyst?

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I have a cyst on the back of my neck that is probably infected. What can I do to make it stop hurting until I can go to the doctor?

What can I do at home to help with infected cyst?
antibiotic ointment
Reply:Take 2 aspirins or acetaminophen to kill the pain. If the skin is broken, put some peroxide on it. It also helps if you put warm-hot water on a washcloth and press it on the area.
Reply:put a hot wash rag or hotpack or bottle on the area and it will bring it to a head,It will probably leak out some of the poison that;s in there.For pain take some tylenol or aspirin and that will help with the pain....lots of luck,.,.

Anyway to improve chances of conceiving after having history of cyst rupturing and miscarriage?

2009-11-20T04:05:00.000-08:00

history of miscarriage on 10/11/03

tried for my 2nd for 2 yrs birthed him 12/10/05

missed period for 2 months then had ovarian cyst rupture on 10/2/06 trying to conceive a 2nd baby please help w/ similar cases and how to improve chances

Anyway to improve chances of conceiving after having history of cyst rupturing and miscarriage?
Have sex three times a week.

Having regular sex is the best way to get pregnant. Couples often try to time everything perfectly for ovulation but do not have sex when they think they are not ovulating. It is true that sex that is not within the time of ovulation will not result in pregnancy. However, because women do not always ovulate when they think they will, having sex three times a week will help to a woman cover her bases, so to speak, and not miss an opportunity to get pregnant.

2. Use an ovulation prediction kit or fertility monitor.

Using an ovulation kit to predict when you are ovulating will improve your chances of getting pregnant. For many women charting or other methods of ovulation prediction are too confusing. Ovulation prediction kits work by reading LH surges prior to ovulation. They are relatively easy to use and are generally accurate for predicting ovulation. Fertility monitors, such as the Clear Blue Easy monitor, are also a worthwhile investment if you would like to get pregnant faster. Fertility monitors are similar to ovulation prediction kits in that they read changes in LH but they also read changes in other hormones and don’t require any guesswork for couples. They are easy to use and will tell you when the best time to get pregnant is.

3. Have sex before ovulation (not after).

Sometimes couples get confused about the best time to have sex in relationship to ovulation. You have a small window of time each month to get pregnant. After a woman ovulates the egg will survive approximately 24 hours. Sperm, on the other hand, will live for up to three to five days. This is why having sex two to three days before ovulation will increase your chances of getting pregnant. Don’t wait until the day you ovulate to have sex. Your partner’s sperm will last longer than your egg and you don’t want to miss an opportunity by waiting.

4. Don’t rely on the Calendar method for predicting ovulation.

A lot of couples have heard to have sex around day fourteen of your cycle. This is based on the calendar method and assumes that you have a regular 28-day cycle and ovulate mid-cycle. Although this is better than just picking an arbitrary day to have sex, it is not a very accurate way to predict when you ovulate. Many women do not ovulate on day fourteen and knowing precisely when you ovulate will help you time intercourse better. Ovulation prediction kits, looking at previous months bbt charts, or watching for body cues will help you to determine when you ovulate.

5. Charting may not be the best way to predict ovulation.

Charting is great for tracking your cycle but it does have disadvantages. By the time you can see ovulation on a bbt chart, you have already ovulated. It is good to chart so you can track your cycles, see if you ovulate the same time each month, and also so you can look back on your cycle and see if you timed things right. But if this is your first cycle trying to get pregnant or if you are not ovulating at the same time each month, an ovulation prediction kit would be more helpful.

6. See a doctor before you start trying to get pregnant.

Make sure you are in good health and have had a regular check up from your OBGYN or medical provider. Untreated infections, sexually transmitted diseases, or poor health can affect your chances of getting pregnant. Its good to see a doctor as well as start taking prenatal vitamins prior to trying to conceive.

7. Don’t smoke, drink alcohol, or abuse drugs when trying to get pregnant.

This may seem like common sense but many women do try to get pregnant while smoking, drinking or using drugs. Smoking, drugs, and alcohol can affect your fertility. It will also affect your unborn child. It is important to stop smoking or using drugs and alcohol before getting pregnant and not wait until you find out you are pregnant.

8. Have enjoyable sex.

Sometimes when couples are trying to conceive, sex becomes a job or function of reproduction and is not as enjoyable. Plan a romantic evening or try something different to spice things up. How you are feeling sexually may factor into your chances of getting pregnant. Some researchers believe that having an orgasm during sex increases your chances of getting pregnant. For women, the spasmic movements of orgasm will help pull the sperm into the uterus and for men a better orgasm may increase the man’s sperm count.

9. Have sex in positions that keep sperm inside the vagina longer.

The missionary position is a good position to use when trying to get pregnant. Avoid positions where the woman is on top. Gravity will allow sperm to leak out with these positions. Also try placing a pillow under your hips to help tilt your pelvis and keep the sperm in longer. Don’t get up right after sex. Try to relax and allow the sperm to stay in the vagina as long as possible.

10. There is no such thing as trying too hard to get pregnant.

Most couples get pregnant within a year of trying. If you have not gotten pregnant within a year consult your doctor for advice.
Reply:MAKES ME WONDER WHETHER OR NOT YOU EVEN ASKED ANY DOCTORS.....
Reply:same thing happened to me. no luck yet. good luck to you though. just keep trying :)
Reply:Recurrent miscarriage:

Chinese medicine can have a very useful role in the treatment of recurrent miscarriages as it detects any possible weaknesses in either one or both partners, and, by correcting them, can ensure that conditions for a future pregnancy are optimised. This is particularly the case if underlying menstrual conditions are present that need to be regulated, such as the existence of polycystic ovaries or endometriosis, where a weak hormonal output from the ovaries during pregnancy might endanger the development of a foetus.

Studies now support practitioner’s experience that Chinese medicine can play a significant role in the prevention of recurrent miscarriages. Women whose recurrent miscarriages are immune-related benefit from Chinese herbal medicine prior to their next pregnancy, a research from Japan shows. A study from Shanghai indicates that in a large percentage of women with a history of recurrent miscarriage who again show signs of a threatened abortion, the pregnancy can be saved with correct treatment.

In pregnancies at risk (history of infertility or previous miscarriages), women may be asked to continue taking their basal body temperature (BBT) readings for the first few weeks into the pregnancy: valuable information regarding the hormone regulation is thus obtained, and the vigour of what we call Kidney Yang (stable maintenance of a raised temperature), an important indicator of the stability of the pregnancy, is thus monitored. If there is a drop in temperature, herbs need to be administered to support ovarian functions.

http://www.cccm.co.uk/67.0.html

Here's another site that talks about your full question in detail...the cyst and miscarriages...good luck!

http://www.fleshandbones.com/readingroom...

Should I still go to the doctor after a ganglion cyst has went away??

2009-11-20T04:04:00.003-08:00

I had a lump on my hand..researched it on the net. I came to the conclusion...I am not a doctor but decided it was a cyst (lets just say 95% sure) Well I was going to wait to go to the doctor when I got some health insurance...which now I do..but it suddenly went away. I was amazed..maybe it was the piece of Salmon the I ate..I do not know. I would be shocked if the salmon made it go away...hooray!! Should I still go get it checked out or just wait until I go back to the doctor for a phsycal ..which is coming up in a few months??

Should I still go to the doctor after a ganglion cyst has went away??
If it went away on its own it probably wasn't a ganglion cyst. See your doctor if it comes back.

P.S. the salmon didn't make it go away, but it is good for you, so keep eating it.
Reply:It was not the salmon that resolved it- it just spontaneously resolved. It will probably come back at some time, and even with surgery it often comes back. Ask your doctor when you go for the physical.
Reply:Yes, its always better to go and talk to a doctor rather than searching on internet.

How do i know if i have a skin tag cyst or ingrown hair on my penis?

2009-11-20T04:04:00.002-08:00

i am 16 i have had a red bump on my penis for about 6th months it appeared after i shaved my pubic but i also heard that i might be a cyst skin tag or pimple i am kind of afraid though cause i can't get it to go away and i don't know how to tell my parents to take me to the doctor i have never had a sexual experience of any kind and have never done drugs so i am pretty positive its not an STD

i am really scared can some one please please please give some remady or way to get my penis back to normal

How do i know if i have a skin tag cyst or ingrown hair on my penis?
Ingrown hairs usually look like a pimple with a white head and a darkshadow in the center...they can be popped and the hair comes out...

What you are describibing sounds like something the doctor needs to look at, especially after 6 months...pimples and ingrown hairs pop themselves within a week or so...
Reply:dude you just gotta tell your parents and go see a doctor 6 months is a lot of time to wait

street fighting

What do doctor's do when someone has an Arachnoid cyst (mater)?

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Arachnoid cyst is a weblike membrane without blood vessles,and does noy penatrate into the small depressions. IT's between the pia mater and archnoid mater is the subarchnoid space, which contains cerebrosspinal fluid.

What do doctor's do when someone has an Arachnoid cyst (mater)?
Arachnoid cysts that do not cause significant mass effect or symptoms, regardless of their size and location do not require treatment. If there is severe mass effect on surrounding structures or if there are symptoms then surgical treatment is recommended. The following table summarizes the treatment options.

Procedure Advantages Disadvantages

Drainage by needle aspiration or burr hole drainage Simple and quick High rate of recurrence of the cyst and return of symptoms

Craniotomy with excision of the cyst wall and fenestration of the cyst into normal communication with CSF pathways Permits direct inspection of the cyst. Avoids permanent shunt in some cases. Allows visualization of vascular structures Post-operative scarring may lead to a blockage of the fenestration leading to reaccumulation. More invasive

Shunting of the cyst: Technically simplest procedure Patient becomes shunt dependent. High risk of shunt- related complication
Reply:http://arachnoidcyst.org/

There is hope and help!

I had a ultrasound to check on my ovaries and they found a cyst?

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Should I still go to the doctor after a ganglion cyst has went away??

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How do i know if i have a skin tag cyst or ingrown hair on my penis?

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Can i concieve a child even if I have mulitple cyst on my uterus?

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how do you prevent cyst from coming on or growing on a uterus what are the dangers

Can i concieve a child even if I have mulitple cyst on my uterus?
I have a condition called polycstic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and I just had a little girl in February. I was told that it would be hard to have another child, but she's now 3 months old, so it is possible. As for preventing cystic growth, that's pretty much not possible. As a delay in their growth rate, keep healthy, stay away from fatty foods, drink more water...starting a 2500 cal diet would be advisable (you can either talk to a dietician or follow the American Diabetic Association regime). When I decided I wanted to get preggers, I took geritol and made my husband take it also. I was pregnant within 2-3 months-the increase vitamins did wonders.
Reply:i had cysts on my ovaries and the doctor told me to take advil for every 6 hours 2 days before my period to help desolve them you def want to try to get rid of them b/c my aunt had one bust and it took her almost nine years of trying before finally having a kid
Reply:I have PCOS and have concieved twins and a baby on the way. If the cyst goes untreated, it is possible for it to be pretty hard to concieve. It's very simple to treat. Your doctor should send you to a specialist and they give you an antibiotic. The pills also make you lose weight.

Good luck!

I accidentally found out that i have a 10 cm cyst on my right ovary...?

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i accidentally found out that i have a 10 cm cyst on my right ovary...accidenatlly, since i dont feel any pains on the lower portion of my abdomen except when i'm having my periods, w/c is irregular..(there was a time when i only had 2 periods in a year) i also found out that i have polycystic ovaries. how do i manage these two conditions?

Are there any doctors or OB-gyne there who's in need for a patient who has these conditions for further medical explorations and studies. i'm willing to volunteer..

I accidentally found out that i have a 10 cm cyst on my right ovary...?
So what you're really asking is "how can you get medical treatment for free?"

Look into social services, welfare, charity care, and check with area hospitals for medical assistance programs.

Any doctors in illinois that take medicade for a bakers cyst?

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my mom has a bakers cyst need help

Any doctors in illinois that take medicade for a bakers cyst?
have your mom contact her dhs caseworker. they can tell you of the local physicians that accept medical cards in your area and if its a covered proceedure or not.

Should i see a dr for what i think is a ruptured ovarian cyst?

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i was in the hospital in june for severe abdominal pain and it was a hemorrhaging cyst. last night i expereinced the same pain as before: full feeling, pain in abs-chest-and back, extreme shortness of breath, feeling very faint, and it was extremely difficult to roll onto my side let alone sit up. gradually i felt better (after 800 IB) and i seem to be following the course of healing i did when i was in the hospital. is it ok to just let these things go away on their own at home when the symptoms are so debilitating?

ive been on mirena for a year but june was my first cyst ever

Should i see a dr for what i think is a ruptured ovarian cyst?
Oh wow, I went through the same thing in May! It was something I have never experienced before, and I didn't know what it was. Went to the ER, had testing done to rule out other things (ie gall bladder problem, appendicitis, other...) and an ultrasound showed ovarian cysts. BAM, that was it.

If you are still having problems with the pain, I think that you definitely should give your gyn a call. In my case, I hadn't had much trouble since the initial 'attack'. I was told to see my gyn for a follow up, and when I finally did, she didn't even do an exam. I wasn't symptomatic anymore.
Reply:The sooner the better you must take care of yourself anything like that you should be in the doctors as soon as

yoga

I have stitches on my upper right arm from a cyst removal. How long before I can play baseball?

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I had a cyst the size of a fingertip removed from my upper right arm and it is now stitched up. The doctor says come back in two weeks to have the stitches removed. Can I play baseball or is swinging a bat and throwing going to disturb the stitches? Plus they said to keep it dry and clean. Cannot really avoid that playing baseball. Any suggestions?

I have stitches on my upper right arm from a cyst removal. How long before I can play baseball?
no it is not good to play baseball at this time until u go back to see your doctor to have your stitches removed. and then you should ask your doctor whether or not it would be okay because you dont want to hurt yourself unless it will be worst damage for you the next time. so just take it easy. a couple more weeks to play will be here fast as you know it.
Reply:Really? I had my stitches taken out after less than a week and mine was huge. I was really worried about it for like the first day but nothing ever happened to it. What is your position? I wouldn't want to be sliding around bases but I am sure you can throw and hit. Try it out and see how it feels. Baseball can be pretty slow most of the time so it's better than if you wanted to play basketball or soccer. Keep it covered while you are playing you definately don't want to get dirt in it. Get a large bandage or a long sleeved shirt under your uniform. You should have asked your doctor all this she/he probably would have told you it's ok just keep it covered.

What is on my wrist? I don't think it's a ganglion cyst.?

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Whatever it is it's in basically the middle of my wrist. It's only noticable when i bend my hand down. It's hard to the touch, and hurts if pressed too hard. I've had it on my left wrist since I was in 10th grade, going into my second year of college now. I asked my science teacher what it was he said a ganglion cyst, and that it would probably go away after awhile, would need surgery to be removed, or hit it with a book. But I've looked some info up on the ganglion cysts and it doesnt seem to be the same. Also about a month or two ago I noticed one on my right wrist, in the same spot as the one on my left wrist is. And last week my wrist hurt, i had to keep rubbing it. Any help would be greatly appreciated. And I do plan on going to ask a doctor about it when I have the time, which right now I dont.

What is on my wrist? I don't think it's a ganglion cyst.?
If you're really concerned about it you should make the time to go and see a doctor. Chances are it's probably nothing to be concerned about. But if it is then don't put it off any longer.
Reply:I have a bump/lump on my wrist also and I was told a couple of different things it could be-one is Tendonitis and the other was Rheumatoid arthritis and the last was a cyst! So when u find out what yours is-let me know too will you!?
Reply:I've got the same thing. There's fluid in the middle of them. The Dr. said that they inject it with a needle and draw out fluid.

Mine wasn't very big so he said it would be more painful than it was worth. Every once and a while I'll bend my wrist and hit it against the wall. Hurts for about a day then goes away. A couple cocktails help before hitting it.
Reply:How will I know what is on your wrist without my seeing it?

Bring it to my hospital and hold some hard currencies. I assure you, your problem will be solved

ivy

Does anyone here have/have had a thyroglossal duct cyst?

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I have a thyroglossal duct cyst and am getting it removed by operation. I AM HORRIFIED. Can anyone relate to me?

Does anyone here have/have had a thyroglossal duct cyst?
Not to worry.

Though they are not terribly common, they show up from time to time. The surgery isn't bad, usually just a small incision under the chin so that the surgeon can get to it to remove it. It does depend on the size, but the ones I've seen (7 or 8?) have been relatively small - they are usually caught pretty early.

I would think that you should be able to go home the same day - hopefully not much pain after.

Good luck and please don't worry.

PS - be nice to the anesthesiologist - we're pretty cool guys

Should a pelvic exam be the next step after finding an Ovarian Cyst?

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I am a 26 year old woman, recently diagnosed with a cyst on my left ovary, after an ultrasound. My physician scheduled me for an appointment with my Gynecologist this week. I called to confirm and find out what the next step was, and if my starting my period would interfere with the exam. They stated that it would not because they only planned to do a pelvic exam anyway! If I'm not mistaken, a pelvic exam will only allow them to feel the cyst outside. Shouldn't there be a more thorough "investigation"? perhaps a biopsy,some sort of culture under a microscope or something? I just want to be proactive and know if I should be concerned or plan for any surgical proceedures in the near future. I am optomistic and won't assume its malignant, but it is painful and I want to do everything to ensure that I remain fertile, because I would like to have children. If my thoughts are accurate, would I be out of place to insist on further testing from my" Gyne"?Anyone??

Should a pelvic exam be the next step after finding an Ovarian Cyst?
Ultrasound is the diagnostic test they do to find ovarian cysts.

They probably wanted to wait until after your period for a number of reasons... doing a pelvic exam... they can feel the cysts possibly externally/internally %26amp; they may do another ultrasound to see if they are "functional" or if they stay the same size or not (cysts sometimes come %26amp; go w/ your period, so they would want to wait until after your period to see if they went away).

There are no other tests other than the ultrasound, unless a cyst was solid (not fluid filled) then they occasionally do a special ultrasound called a doppler in which they check bloodflow to rule out cancer... (altho the only way to truly rule it out is by removing the cyst surgically %26amp; doing a biopsy).

Often they wait a few months %26amp; see if they shrink or go away.

I know this as I have cysts I am having removed this month. We watched them for almost 3 yrs before removing them.

You should be fine.
Reply:Well they might be able to tell more about it from the pelvic and then order the necessary tests if they are indeed necessary. That's why you were referred to them because they know what they're doing. THey don't want to worry you without knowing what they're facing.
Reply:Ovarian systs generally come and go. I have had one for years, it grows and then shrinks. It is common to do a pelvic exam after finding a syst. They will most likely do another ultrasound in the near future to monitor the syst. I have had 2 children since being diagnosed. Also, one child after being diagnosed with a tumor on my uterus. Be positive and just take it as it comes.
Reply:I'm 24 and I just had my left ovary removed 2 months ago because of a benign tumor I had on my ovary. It was very painful. They are going to probably do a pelvic, make sure that the cyst is the consistancy of a cyst and not a tumor/cancer, and then give you some birth control to try and shrink it. (That usually works from what I have heard.) They did a cat scan on mine, and then I had to have some blood work done to rule out cancer. Then they decided "it was a 3" by 3" block basically and they had to remove my ovary. I was then diagnosed with PCOD.
Reply:I had an ovarian cyst at 15, it was pretty bad. They did not do an internal gynaecological exam, as they decided they did not need to after examining the ultrasound and therefore knowing what kind of cyst is was. It is possible to have a cyst that stays for a short period and it benign (like mine). It caused some pain but it went away shortly afterwards and so far apparently no lasting problems. If it had stayed or caused more pain, they would have maybe done a laparoscopy to biopsy, or other factors, but a simple cyst I don't think it generally enough to warrant that if they can already tell it's just fluid-filled and likely to go. However discuss all your concerns with the doctors and seek a second opinion if need be.

Is it possible that a transvaginal scan pick up on a ovary cyst?

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i miscarried and had a transvaginal scan done twice but i think i have a cyst on my left ovary as occasionaly i have a pinching feeling in my left side.right at this moment i have this pinching pain and has lasted since my last peroid has gone which is five weeks ago .i am still waiting on a peroid.last year i missed a peroid for one month and the doctor said it happens sometimes. what i like to know would the transvaginal scan pick up the cysts or has anyone else have had these pains

Is it possible that a transvaginal scan pick up on a ovary cyst?
A Transvaginal ultrasound is the best way to look for ovary cysts.

You should take a home pregnancy test to make sure you are not pregnant, as one of the previous persons who answered mentioned an ectopic pregnancy could be possible. If this is the case, the sooner you catch it the better, it's usually caught on time because of these pains, but if you just let it go, it can cause you serious health problems and could even be fatal if it goes untreated.

Ovulation also causes pinching pains like that, so if you ovulate very late in your cycle it could be this also.

I just re-read your question, if you've had this pain for 5 weeks, I'm guessing it's the cyst on your ovary causing you pain. These can be removed if they are bothersome. Definitley talk to your doctor about it though.
Reply:Yes, trans-vaginal scans are the most common ultrasound scan for ovarian cysts. You may also be experiencing ligament pain instead of a cyst. Try a warm compress or heating pad there - it usually helps with the pain. Some gentle massaging over the area may also improve circulation to the area.

Definitely ask your doctor as sometimes pelvic discomfort like that could be from a ectopic pregnancy (the egg does not travel completely out of the fallopian tubes when fertilized), or could be a sign that the previous miscarriage was not completely cleared.
Reply:I actually just found out that I have cysts on both of my ovaries.They were found during an ultrasound,I have had some tiny pains.If the cysts are small and not painfull they dont do anything ,they say they will most likely go away on their own.I think to help ease your worries make sure you go see your Gyno,get an ultrasound done.Good luck:)
Reply:I had a cyst on my ovary about a few months ago. The doctors found it by giving me an ultra sound. Yes There was a pinching pain and your story sounds very similar to mine. They do most likely go away, which means they will rupture on there own. Try taking motrin or ibuprophen it will help the pain. Best of Luck!!!
Reply:yes it will
Reply:Yes its an ultrasound

Red Lump? I don't know what it is! Cyst? Boil? Pimple?

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I just posted thins but I am reposting with a pic so maybe I will have a better response. I have this weird bump that came pretty much out of no where. I have heard many things of what it could be. A boil, a cyst, just a huge pimple. I am freaking out about it cause I have no idea what it is! It's scary to me! Its probably around the size of my fingernail but the bump is under my skin. On the surface its red and looks kind of scabby and dry. It doesnt really hurt but it's kind of sore to the touch. It doesnt itch or anything. I have no idea! Does anyone know what this hard red bump is!?!

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c178/A...

Red Lump? I don't know what it is! Cyst? Boil? Pimple?
It could be simple acne. You are the right age to be getting hit hard with it. But as far as it being scabby and dry on the surface, acne usually isn't unless it's already starting to heal. I, personally, would go to a dermotologist if you are worried about it. Sometimes things like this are nothing, but it's worth your time and money to make sure.
Reply:It is Acne honey.

Here are some of my Natural Acne Remedies that WORK:

The juice of one fresh lime added to a glass of boiled whole milk (a tsp. of glycerine may be added for dry skin) is excellent as a face wash for pimples blackheads, and the like, and for cracked skin.

Garlic Juice with 3 parts water is an excellent cleansing agent. Raw garlic applied ( rubbed) on the face can make persistent pimples/acne even in adults disappear without a trace/scar with repeated applications. The external use of garlic helps to clear the skin of spots, pimples %26amp; boils. Taking 3-4 pods of raw, skinned garlic, finely cut, combined with puffed rice and swallowed with water helps to clear skin infections quickly. The raw smell of garlic can be avoided by first soaking the skinned pods for a half an hour in milk.

1 tsp. Groundnut oil mixed with an equal amt. of lime juice may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads, pimples etc.( Lime juice will break the moleculecular structure of groundnut oil into amino acids so that the skin does not absorb the oil.)

1 tsp. Honey mixed with water is good for all skin blemishes, and leaves the skin youthful %26amp; glowing. Honey mixed with milk, curds and ground sesame seeds in equal proportions is a sure formula for fair and lovely skin.

Turmeric paste mixed with chana dal powder or whole wheat flour is very effective for all minor skin blemishes. Haldi powder mixed with sugarcane juice helps to remove wrinkles %26amp; is good as an anti-ageing remedy. Haldi mixed with pineapple juice is very effective on dark circles under the eyes.

Raw Mangoes with their leaves and skin boiled together or soaked overnight in water (in mild cases) makes an excellent astringent - good for epithelium (the tissue that covers the external surface of the body) infection.

Fresh mint juice applied over the face every night cures pimples and prevents dryness of the skin. It is also useful for insect stings, eczema, scabies, contact (contagious) dermatitis %26amp; other skin infections.

7 to 10 fresh neem leaves crushed or ground - and then swallowed with water will invariably clear the skin. If it is chewed and then swallowed with water it will also remove bad odour from the mouth, and cleanse the teeth. (Buy Neem Tablets)

Take an orange peel, grind it (on the household grinding stone). Mix it with pure water or distilled water or boiled and cooled water, or rain water. Can be applied on the face for acne,especially. Fresh orange peel, rubbed on the face directly will also serve the same purpose to a degree.

The juice of green/raw papaya (including the skin and seed) is extremely beneficial on swelling pimples, acne,or any abnormal growth of the skin. It prevents pus formation, removes whiteheads, boils, freckles, and brown spots due to exposure to sunlight %26amp; most other skin diseases.Papaya is also good to achieve a smooth %26amp; delicately glowing skin (contains papain, alkalide carpain in leaves, and cericin in its seeds) Ripe papaya, rubbed on on your face will also serve the same purpose to a degree.

Pomegrenate skin roasted and powdered %26amp; mixed with fresh lime - applied over boils, pistules, pimple, blackheads and whiteheads prevents itching %26amp; infections.

Raw potatoes contain potassium, sulphur, phosphorus %26amp; protein. The enzymes in raw potato pulp combined with its Vitamin C content %26amp; natural starch are a natural skin food. The alkaline nature of the juices is an antiseptic. The acid portion of the pulp helps remove decaying or dead skin. Applications of its juicy pulp (grated or shredded) as poultice, clears skin blemishes, melts away wrinkles, banishes age spots, helps prevents boils, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads %26amp; gives a glowing %26amp; youthful look to the skin.

Radish seeds contain a bleaching agent and its emulsion prepared with water applied over the face will remove blackheads %26amp; freckles. Radish leaves crushed %26amp; applied as a poultice also help in the process. Grated white radish %26amp; its water makes an excellent astringent and bleaching agent for a fairer complexion.

Fine powder of rice, ground at home and mixed with water acts as a poultice for soothing /cooling bleeding pimples %26amp; other skin inflammations.

Ripe Tomatoes pulp should be applied liberally on your face for treatment of pimples and kept upto 1 hour, then washed thoroughly. Chandan (sandalwood) powder with masoor dal can be applied thereafter for a glowing skin. This also helps shrink large pores.

Sesame Seeds ground and mixed with water makes a very effective poultice for inflammation of the skin due to allergies, skin rashes, scratched pimples and acne.

Whole wheat flour mixed with vinegar, %26amp; applied on the surface of the skin removes freckles %26amp; dark spots. Wheat grass juice poultice is applied for sterilizing the infected area before this treatment.

Widely known, Hot wet towel compresses are the best treatment for localized infections, as heat dilates blood vessels, followed by a cold compress, which has the opposite effect.

Our body has its own self cleansing, self-purifying systems: keeping these systems working in perfect order is the best way of protecting yourself from toxicity. Drink 7-8 glasses of water a day. 10 glasses would be optimal, but if your anything like me its sometimes tough to get in the 8 glasses. Remember your skin is the largest organ of your body and is the first to lose moisture and become dehydrated.

Drink Herbal Water : It is made by boiling hair of 1 corn, with 1 to 2 fenugreek seeds in a glass full of water.

Almond Oil is good acne home remedy for dryness %26amp; inflammation of the skin. The outer cover (endocarp) of 2-3 can be ground with water %26amp; applied over the face daily. This is good for removing scars of old pimples.

Fresh juice of apricots applied on your face is very good for sunburn, itching, exzema and natural cystic acne treatment.

Application of Bengal Gram Powder (flour) mixed with curds is also a very effective treatment for pimples %26amp; other skin infections %26amp; allergies. Green Gram powder flour, mixed in water or glycerine is an excellent face wash in place of soap to remove dirt without skin irritation, and also a very effective bleach for a good complexion.

Cucumber Juice alone or mixed with juices of carrot, lettuce or alfalfa when applied over the face is excellent home remedy for pimples. Grated cucumber can also serve the same purpose.

Curd or buttermilk is good for skin irritation. Curds along with wheat flour or bran is a good cleanser and beneficial for dry skin.

Fenugreek Leaves - A paste of fresh leaves applied over the face every night and washed with warm water prevents pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, dryness, wrinkles etc.
Reply:Not sure,but thanks for sharing. ?
Reply:I suspect an allergic reaction to something you ate. Use warm compresses on it and dab it with hydrogen peroxide or fresh lemon juice
Reply:it may be a staff infection

go to your doctor, they have to remove them

staff is when a cut/pimple or anything like that gets infected with the staff bacteria. it gets under oyour skin and it will stay there. it can transfere with sweat and direct contact. if you sueez i does it hurt? if i does, it may be staff

judging from your pic and your paragraph, i think it is

go to a doctor however

i do not belive it is acne

fuchsia

I had an laparoscopy for the removal of a cyst 2 days ago and am now having heavy bleeding. Is this normal?

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i have endometriosis and the cyst was on the right ovary, i have also on the same day as my operation started my monthly injections of depo to stop my periods so very confused as to whats gonig on?

I had an laparoscopy for the removal of a cyst 2 days ago and am now having heavy bleeding. Is this normal?
That does not sound right hun. I would call your docotor. I had one done I did not bleed afterwards. I would really call. Please let me know what you found out. Goood luck and take care
Reply:it neber hurts to get it checked out. There should be a phone number on the after care instructions you should have recieved when you were released. I would call that phone number and ask them what to do.

Breast lump for 5 years & it's not a cyst?

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I was told 5 years ago that a lump in my breast was a cyst (by my family doctor at the time). I recently started having some discomfort in the area %26amp; had it examined by my new doctor. Had a mammogram (which didn't show anything) %26amp; an ultrasound which showed something that they were unable to determine what it was. She said it's not fluid filled %26amp; it could be a fibradrenoma (I think I spelt that wrong). Going for a biopsy. My question is, could I have had a lump all this time that just recently turned cancerous? I figured if it was cancerous to begin with I wouldn't have lived this long, right?

Breast lump for 5 years %26amp; it's not a cyst?
A benign lump or mass (a cyst or fibroadenoma) does not magically turn into a cancer. A benign mass is a benign mass...period. I also agree that a mass which has not grown at all or very little is not a cancer. Cancer grows and becomes larger.

What type of breast biopsy are you having? Have you considered an ultrasound guided core biopsy? Since this mass is not highly suspicious for a cancer, I would not have an open biopsy. An open biopsy is expensive, requires anethesia, substancial recovery time, and scarring. After an open biopsy, you are left with an internal scar which looks very much like a cancer on your future mammograms. An ultrasound guided biopsy is highly accurate without so much trauma. Please read about them.

On one of my other answers, I said this:

In the case of ultrasound guided core biopsies, we can actually see the needle enter the mass, so we know the samples are accurate. The pathologist receives only the area of interest, so the results are much more accurate than an open biopsy, where there is a large tissue sample. The pathologist cannot look at every single cell in a sample, so the less tissue, the more likely he will have accurate results. It is like finding a needle in a ball of yarn compared to a haystack!

A core biopsy is very cost effective. An open biopsy requires a hospital OR bill, an anesthesiologist bill and a surgeon bill. Considering only about 15% of all breast biopsies turn out to be cancer, an open biopsy can be very expensive.

A core biopsy does not leave a scar. And I am not just talking about aesthetics here. An open biopsy leaves an internal scar, which looks much like a breast cancer on mammographic films.

When doing a core biopsy, we numb the area that is being biopsied. We usually use Lidocaine, like your dentist. You know how that stings for the first 5 or so seconds that it is introduced. After that, there should not be pain. And, other than the occasional drama queen, I have not heard patients complain about pain. I have assisted the radiologist in many of these procedures (if I had to come up with a number, a conservative number would be 500 procedures). Post procedure, you are able to get back to your normal lifestyle. We ask patients to take it easy the rest of the day (ie, no vacuuming or lifting weights), but after that, there are no restrictions.

Best wishes....

More info on these biopsies here:

http://www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm...

http://www.washingtonradiology.com/exams...
Reply:I hope your biopsy goes well, and you end up with a benign result. Let me know, if you can! Report It

Reply:If the lump you had looked at 5yrs old an it hasn't grown I would doubt it is cancer. Good you are going for a biopsy, but what ever it is get it removed. Just having a lump is gives one anxiety.

Fatty tissue lumps usually can be aspirated with a needle and they can tell what it is but as you said the doctor said it wasn't fluid. Good luck

What kind of symtoms or pain would a adrenal cyst cause?

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if the adrenal cyst is 7cm

What kind of symtoms or pain would a adrenal cyst cause?
I had to do some searching on this one and here's the link to the search I did that may be of some help to you:

http://search.yahoo.com/search?search=sy...

For additional information also check out WebMD.com because they have a lot of good info too that may be of help to you.
Reply:If it is affecting your cortisol and you have adrenal insufficiency as a result, you may have weight loss, fatigue, severe fatigue after major stress (physical or mental), dizzyness, low blood pressure, salt cravings, etc. If you have these symptoms you need to be on medication ASAP because it could be life-threatening.

Breastfeeding mommy that was diagnosed with tendinitis and a cyst on right wrist.?

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Hello, I was just diagnosed with tendintis in my right wrist and he also found a cyst there as well. My dr says that he cannot prescribe anything because I am breastfeeding. Is there anything that I can take or do to help with the pain? Does anyone know anything that I can do such as exercises that would help when my thumb when it locks up and causes me to not be able to use it to its full ability?

Breastfeeding mommy that was diagnosed with tendinitis and a cyst on right wrist.?
wearing wrist braces at night when sleeping and during the day when doing anything repetative will help ease the pain alot, your doc can also give you a cortisone type injection in your wrist, this will not pass into the breastmilk. hope this helps out some and good luck.
Reply:Thumb locking up sounds like trigger finger or trigger thumb...try these carpal tunnel exercises,tendon glides..

http://www.carpal-tunnel-symptoms.com

paper bush

How do you know if you have an ovarian cyst?

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i am on the pill so my periods are regular but i for the past two cycles i have had sparp pains on the lower right hand side. its not constant but everyday i get a sharp pain here and there and its always in the same place. could i have a cyst?

How do you know if you have an ovarian cyst?
The only way to know for sure would be to tell your doctor of these pains, and he/she will order an ultrasound to take a look and see what's possibly causing the problem.

While it might be a cyst, it might also be endometriosis, or perhaps appendicitis (being on the right side), or maybe just gas. Only a doctor can help to diagnosis...don't assume a diagnosis for yourself
Reply:If you're on your period, how do you know they aren't menstrual cramping...?

The only way you can know for sure is to have your doctor do an ultrasound of your abdomen and look for one. It's possible that you have one, but no one online can tell you.
Reply:Make sure to have a regular pap smear and talk to your OB/GYN about any problems with periods, bad cramping, etc.
Reply:Not likely to be a cyst if you are on the pill since the pill supresses ovulation. May be cramping, but if it's consistently on your lower right side it very well may be appendicitis which should be ruled out immediately! If you get nausea/ vomiting, a fever, or increased pain go to the ER ASAP. If it ruptures you can get a terrible infection called peritonitis.

Hope this helps.
Reply:Cysts hurt constantly, sometime it hurts more than other times, but still always hurts. You could also have something going on with your apendix, its rare, but my sister had that problem, her appendix was infected but it only bothered her during her cycle, she eventually had to get it removed.

The doctor said they found what looks like a cyst in my head. Is this bad or is it normal?

2009-11-20T03:59:00.000-08:00

I had an MRI done because I have been getting migraines for years and they don't get better with medicine. They called with the results saying that they needed to do another MRI with contrast because they found a spot in my head that they said is probably a cyst. Should I be worried about this? Is it bad or normal? I'm 16 years old so I don't know if age has any affect on it. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

The doctor said they found what looks like a cyst in my head. Is this bad or is it normal?
dont worrie im 16 to iv been threw it all just have someone rub your neck and shoulders wile your laying down in bed and i prois you if you have someone rub you down everynight and dont stres on homework and school that youll forget what haveing a headachs like i had constant headachs since i urned 14 to 15
Reply:Shouldn't be too bad if you get it treated.

And shouldn't your doctor have told you if it was bad? I think if it was serious they would've told you.

Can someone tell me if this is a Ganglion Cyst? Or something else?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.003-08:00

A couple of days ago i found a lump on my palm. I made a doc appt. for next week but in the meantime I was wondering if someone could help me figure this out. I was thinking it was a Ganglion Cyst because its at a joint and it seemd to grow fast but not sure because of the location of the joint.

It is on my right hand at the base of my ring finger, not where my finger attaches to my palm but further down exactly at the joint where my finger bends in my palm if it makes sense. (3rd joint from the tip of my finger). Its on my palm side. It seemed to grow quickly. At least I never noticed til the other day. I just fealt my hand for whatever reason and noticed it. Maybe it was there for awhile. Not sure.

Anyway, It doesnt hurt unless I play with it. It feels like a little pea under the skin. It is movable. It is hard not soft.

Cant think of what else to describe it.

Please if you have any questions contact me. Its always scary finding stuff like this. Thanks everyone!

Can someone tell me if this is a Ganglion Cyst? Or something else?
A ganglion cyst is a tumor or swelling on top of a joint or the covering of a tendon (tissue that connects muscle to bone). It looks like a sac of liquid (cyst). Inside the cyst is a thick, sticky, clear, colorless, jellylike material. Depending on the size, cysts may feel firm or spongy.

One large cyst or many smaller ones may develop. Multiple small cysts can give the appearance of more than one cyst, but a common stalk within the deeper tissue usually connects them. This type of cyst is not harmful and accounts for about half of all soft tissue tumors of the hand.

Ganglion cysts, also known as Bible cysts, are more common in women, and 70% occur in people between the ages of 20-40. Rarely, ganglion cysts can occur in children younger than 10 years.

Ganglion cysts most commonly occur on the back of the hand (60-70%), at the wrist joint and can also develop on the palm side of the wrist. When found on the back of the wrist, they become more prominent when the wrist is flexed forward. Other sites, although less common, include these:

The base of the fingers on the palm, where they appear as small pea-sized bumps

The fingertip, just below the cuticle, where they are called mucous cysts

The outside of the knee and ankle

The top of the foot

Are their any women here who have PCOS.(OVARIAN CYST)?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.002-08:00

I was told I have PCOS. I wanted to know are there any women here who have PCOS (OVARIAN CYST) and was able to have children.

Are their any women here who have PCOS.(OVARIAN CYST)?
I have PCOS. I was diagnosed a few months ago.

I have 3 children and got pregnant very easily. They are 15,13 and 10

You can take metformin to help with PCOS and it can also help you get pregnant.
Reply:This website is great for women with PCOS. You can talk to other people who have it. There is a lot of information on the site that most doctors don't tell you, and you can meet new people. I was diagnosed with PCOS about 2 years ago, and it was hard...especially the kid thing. My advice is to find a doc that understands YOU, not the disease.
Reply:I dont myself, but have a friend who does. She was able to have a baby before it got really bad and she still gets her period some 15 years later. At the time she was also hard on cash and was not able to treat them properly and now has major problems with the inflamations (she can feel them through her stomach at this point) so make sure that you are checked regularly and talk to your doctor about having children. You may have a more painful childbirth, but your dr. should be able to advise you on how it will affect you and your child. Remember that your eggs are still good, so in the worst case senario if they do get bad enough where you can bare the child yourself, you can still take your eggs and your husbands sperm to have a healthy child if you can find a serogate mother. Most importantly, talk to your doctor and if you are in a relationship with someone now that is your husband start talking about the children thing at this point so that he realizes what is in store. If you are single or in a fresh relationship, talk to your dr. about time frames and how fast these things grow. Either way, you should still have options on having a healthy baby, its the toll on your body that you will need to deal with. For the record... my friends daughter is a beautiful and perfect child (health wise... she is a teenager). The best advise, is to just keep talking to your doctor and watch as things progress. Good luck hun... I hope all works out for the best.
Reply:My cousin was diagnosed with this and was told that she will not be able to have kids, my cousin responded thank you jesus. The doctor looked, and asked her why wasn't she sad, she just laughed. The doctor missed the punch line, my cousin have five kids already. LOL! The doctor should put you on some type of estrogen regime, and unless ovaries have cyst, you can get pregnant with one working ovary, just ask my cousin!
Reply:i was told i had it, and that i should try for a baby asap, and also my age was against me at 33. i had not had a period for a year, and had not ovulated.

i read this book called understanding pcos and it said that a zero carb diet helps to reregulate your cycle, so i went on the atkins for a couple of months lost 15 pounds, then we tried for a baby and i got preg within 1 month.

so try atkins, that really worked for me

daphne

How do I know if I have an ovarian cyst?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.001-08:00

I have this strange pain on my left side. It is like pressure pain ainst my hip bone. It almost feels like a cramp. I have had it ever since I got my period. Does this sound like a cyst or does it sound like something else?

How do I know if I have an ovarian cyst?
It's possible. My ovarian cysts predominately hurt my left side too. It could also be endometriosis, which can hurt in many different places and random times during your cycle. Another possibility is that it's a cramping pain experienced by some women when they ovulate. A further possibility is that you're pregnant. That's how I found out when I was!

Unfortunately, pain is such a subjective thing, it's hard to diagnose by. I'd be curious to know how long you've had the pain. Definitely don't wait to go to the doc if it's sharp pains, gets progressively worse or if it's worrying you too much. Good luck to you.
Reply:It could be an ovarian cyst...however, you won't know that for sure unless you go to an ob-gyn and he or she does a pelvic exam on you....these doctors can palpate (feel) these sorts of things with their proceedure of touch...

If it is what you say you think it is...they are usually harmless...painful at times..yes, but usually harmless..

Get yourself checked out at the docs...better to be safe than sorry. Right?

How do you help a cat heal a popped cyst or boil on the neck?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.000-08:00

she is 13 years old and a female, obviously, and i found a hole in her neck one morning, quite large, a little deep too. i think it was a cyst or boil, something that can pop or rip off. any suggestions? so far i have been cleaning it with peroxide and some bacteria killer. is there a better way?

How do you help a cat heal a popped cyst or boil on the neck?
"i found a hole in her neck one morning, quite large, a little deep too"

You say it's a hole?

Could it be a bite wound?

If it is... keep a VERY close eye on it because it could require medical care. If it were my cat, I would o a vat visit just incase.

Here's the run down on a puncture / bite wound.

http://www.sniksnak.com/cathealth/fight-...
Reply:Be patient if it doesn't go away or the cat gets sick go to the vet and have it checked out
Reply:take it to the vet
Reply:I know that peroxide eats away damaged and healthy tissue, so it can actually prolong a healing process. I would stop using the peroxide, and try warm water with soap to clean the area. Then I would use an antibiotic ointment for a few days, and keep it covered if possible. After a few days, I would leave it alone and let the air get to it to help it finish healing.
Reply:They are very hard to treat. Sounds like you are doing ok but check out this, hope it helps.
Reply:Is she goes outside? It sounds like an abcess from a cat bite. Keep cleaning it with peroxide, then put Neosporin on it.

It could also be a spider bite.

PS: thanks to Shay and Kat for the great links to the cat vet websites!
Reply:keep clean, use peroxid or neosporin, if nothing happens, or the hole is much deep go to VET !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:You may have to take it in for antiobotics,. If keeping it clean dosen't work or it dosen't drain you need to get her in. The infection can get in her blood stream.
Reply:Whoa... those are really bad news. Probably from a bite it sounds like. What you really need is to take the cat to the vet. You will need to get antibiotics because the blood can get infected. That happened to my cat because it wasn't caught in time, and she died.
Reply:Have patience..it sounds like you are doing the right thing. BUT if you feel she needs more care or better medicine then call your vet..they would be able to tell you whether to bring her in so they can look at the spot...and give you better meds to heal the spot.

good luck! :)
Reply:I don't like using chemicals on wound if I can help it salt water works well and use an antiseptic wipe to keep it clean. cat skin injuries heal very quickly

What should I do about small varicolele & an epididymal cyst in my left teste?

2009-11-20T03:57:00.000-08:00

I went to the hospital the other day because I had an intolerable pain in my left teste. Turns out I have varicolele and an epididymal cyst in my left teste. The pain is killing me and I am not sure what else to do. The doctor just said to rest and take Motrin, but it is a sharp pain constantly. Help!

What should I do about small varicolele %26amp; an epididymal cyst in my left teste?
Varicoceles and epididymal cysts are not uncommon, and usually without symptoms.

Conservative care - Motrin and time - is the first therapy if they start causing pain.

Sometimes an icepack to the area can help, and wearing gently supportive underwear (i.e., briefs, not boxers) eases some of the pain.

If it keeps up for more than a week - ouch - you probably need to see a Urologist.

The link below talks in detail about more advanced treatment.
Reply:See another doctor.

Is it safe to have sex if you have a dermoid ovarian cyst?

2009-11-16T04:34:00.003-08:00

I have a dermoid cyst that I am going to soon have removed. Fortunately, it is benign. I was wondering if it would be okay to still have sex as long as i am not in pain... or would having sex cause this cyst to rupture or have other complications? i have googled this quite a lot and I can't seem to find an answer.

Is it safe to have sex if you have a dermoid ovarian cyst?
no, you will not rupture the cyst with sex, use protection.

camellia

What are the chances of getting another ovarian demiroid cyst after having one and one of my ovaries removed?

2009-11-16T04:34:00.002-08:00

I had a demiroid cyst along with one of my ovaries removed 3 years ago. Should i be worried about getting another one on my good ovary ? Should i be worried about my fertility??

What are the chances of getting another ovarian demiroid cyst after having one and one of my ovaries removed?
Not likely. although if you are on a contraceptive pill you will always need to consult a gynaecologist
Reply:I had the same thing happen 3 years ago and had the cyst along with my ovary removed and now i only have one ovary. I did get another cyst on my remaining ovary which they monitered for 8 weeks then had me have another ultrasound and it had actually dissolved, like most are meant to do and i was also on the pill, some people say the pill can stop them growing but it didnt for me. I havent had any cysts since on my remaining ovary, but i am very corteous and if i feel anything out of the blue i will go and ask for an ultrasound straight away. I am only 19 too and had the cyst when i was 15 going on 16, which they said was very rare for the size of it too. So just keep in tune with your body and whenever you feel something odd, go straight to the doctor and insist on an ultrasound, if you tell them why most of them will agree to send you for one.

Good Luck!

Has anyone had a miscarriage because of an ovarian cyst?

2009-11-16T04:34:00.001-08:00

I was pregnant, a month and a half ago. I was 5 weeks pregnant. I went to take a pregnancy test and turned out positive. A day later, I began to bleed (like if I was on my period). Turns out, I was having a miscarriage. I went to the doctor and had an ultrasound and found a huge ovarian cyst. I was wondering if anyone had the same experience...

Has anyone had a miscarriage because of an ovarian cyst?
It can increase the risk, but the increase depends on the size and a few other factors. The best bet is to talk to your doctor and work things out.
Reply:During my last pregnancy more than one ultrasound showed a large cyst on my left ovary. Other than the normal pain from a cyst I had no other problems. The baby was born 4 days before the due date perfectly healthy. I'm sorry about your miscarriage as I know how painful of an experience that is.

How can you know that you are having a cyst in the breast?

2009-11-16T04:34:00.000-08:00

When you palpated something that is hard but not tender, is it a cyst?

How can you know that you are having a cyst in the breast?
There is absolutely no way to tell if a lump is a fluid filled cyst or a solid mass. And anyone who tells you different is a fool.

The only way to tell is by a mamogram and/or ultrasound. The image, shape, size, echo, etc will tell if it is suspicious or not. If it is, a biopsy will be done (and there are different types... core, fine needle, etc).

Anytime a lump is found, it MUST get investigated.
Reply:perhaps, go to the DR.
Reply:Don't let a bunch of people try to answer this question for you. This is something for the professionals to look at. See a doctor.
Reply:see a doctor straight away ... dont fool around with lumps pls .. it needs to be treated tomoroow
Reply:If you can palpate it , you must proceed with breast ultrasonography to determining if the lamp is solid or cystic and then depending on the surgeon idea . . .

I had carpal tunnel, also diagnosed with a ganglion cyst, surgery was done.?

2009-11-16T04:33:00.003-08:00

In post op room, the Dr. said he could understand my pain, because what I had wasn't a ganglion cyst, instead my muscle had grown attached to my bone. Surgery had been done to the muscle. Anyway, I have tried to address the idea that this muscle malformation or whatever it is was was also caused from my work. I am a machine setup/operator, this problem arose when my carpel tunnel problem arose. My wrist is always in a comprimised position, by way of my wrist being turned down, putting pressure on the lateral side of my wrist, where the lump grew. He is a considered to be very knowledgable orthopedic Dr., but I don't think this muscle trama could be anything but a work related issue. I was sent back to work after being off for one week to do right hand only work, but it isn't going well, just getting myself ready and my daughter ready each morning seems to be hurting me more.

I had carpal tunnel, also diagnosed with a ganglion cyst, surgery was done.?
well get a second opinion if your not happy with what he had to say. however in saying this, its unlikely that what you are thinking is correct. carpall tunnell syndrome does not cause muscle fusion, however if you think it does then go waste your money on another orthopedic dr's opinion

lady slipper

Is there a good birth control that can shrink my two ovarian cyst without going thru surgery?

2009-11-16T04:33:00.002-08:00

i have two ovarian cyst. one in each ovari. i'm also dying to have kids. i have been trying for a couple of months now. but my DR told me if need to get pregnant right away i have to get them removed after 3 months of lepron depot. i have heard about the symptoms of Lepron. my cyst are about 5cm. please help me i'm soooo desperate to have kids.

Is there a good birth control that can shrink my two ovarian cyst without going thru surgery?
i used to get ovarian cysts all the time. i've been on orthocyclen for 6 years and havent had any since. my doctor said that kind is really good for cysts. however i never had ones as large as yours. plus if youre planning on getting pregnant why do you want to be on the pill? it can take a few months for the pill to have the desired effect. i would just ask your doctor if there are any other options.

Is it vaginal cancer or a Bartholin's gland cyst ?

2009-11-16T04:33:00.001-08:00

I found a large lump and went to the doctor. They are doing a biopsy and the lump to tell me if it is vaginal cancer or just a batholins gland cyst. Because I have most the symptoms of vaginal cancer. I have to wait 5 day for the biopsy. Is there anyway of knowing sooner? I cant handle waiting 5 days to know if I have cancer.

Is it vaginal cancer or a Bartholin's gland cyst ?
its probably extremely difficult waiting, and there ARE tons of online symptom checkers (like at webmd.com) but really, you can't know for sure if you have cancer until they get those results back. just be strong, tough it out, and good luck!
Reply:you can always call your doctor's office and see if the results are in.
Reply:Well If they had to extract pus and junk from the area then it could be a batholins cyst and i think you can only get that on the outside of the vag around the lips. look up bartholin cyst it will tell you what it comes from. It can become a crater type sore. I had one that crap hurts. Its when you bartholin Ducts get clogged and fluid builds up and it becomes a big sore that has to be drained. Sounds Gross, doesnt it

First ultrasound, I got to see the baby, the heartbeat, and a cyst.?

2009-11-16T04:33:00.000-08:00

My concern is the cyst. My doctor says not to worry about it, but in the same sentence he said that he is a little concerned over how large it is. He said that the good thing is that it's actually producing progesterone, which helps maintain the pregnancy. I feel the pain from it (didn't realize that's what it was until the ultrasound) but it's not so bad that I can't live with it, just usually hurts when I stretch. I know that it is on the same side that I ovulated from. I had to have 3 ultrasounds prior to being pregnant, as we had artificial insemination, and there was no cyst previously.

Anyone had this happen before and what did they do?

First ultrasound, I got to see the baby, the heartbeat, and a cyst.?
Was it a corpus luteum cyst? This is a cyst on the ovary, where the egg was released. It aids in the pregnancy progressing for the first several weeks. It is normal. Sounds like yours might be a little larger than normal, but it also sounds like he is aware of that and monitoring you. If you used any fertility medications, they could have overstimulated your ovaries and might have played a role in this.

I hope this helps! Congratulations!
Reply:i had one when i first found out i was pregnant (the pain is why i went to the dr in the first place, then found out i was pregnant) The next ultrasound i had it had shrunk tremendously, and then the next one they gave me it was completely gone. Women get cysts all the time and some dont even know it, they come and go. Im sure your dr will do another ultrasound and check that cyst out.
Reply:I had a cyst with my second pregnancy. It was about 5cm and hurt like he**...

The ER Dr. said that it should diminish on it's own..which it did!!

He said that they are really common with pregnancy, that it is caused from the hormones going through so fast...

Don't worry about it! Mine went away.. and I am sure that yours will too...

Congratulations and good luck!!
Reply:I saw a cyst in my first ultrasound, it was large! For my second ultrasound, it was gone!
Reply:I had a large cyst with my third daughter also (about the size of a grapefruit). The second ultrasound it had diminished to about the size of an apple, and by the third ultrasound it was completely gone. My daughter is now almost 5 years old and perfectly fine. I do still have cysts, but never that large, and they come and go. So, don't worry, just make sure your doctor watches it.