OMG. I think that was the best medical appointment I've ever had in my life 😭

Saw consultant today since I changed my mind about having a full hysterectomy. I said i'm worried about possible complications after eg prolapse, and would rather just have the 12cm #ovariancyst removed. He actually spoke the words to me that every woman wants to hear at this point...'it's your body, it's your choice' 😍

Also we looked over past MRI images from 2.5 years ago when I was trying desperately to find a reason for #chronicbackpain and he agreed the cyst was there, and big, and very visible, and likely the cause of my back issues for last 5 years due to pressure on lower spine.

So now just waiting for apt to have cyst and ovaries removed, then will see how things are after that.

I'm so relieved.

Woman has cyst removed and is horrified to learn it grew teeth, hair, and maybe even an eyeball

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/woman-discovers-cyst-is-actually-teratoma-ex1

Finally got my surgery on Monday for a #hysterectomy

In true Jax fashion, I have spent every spare moment over the last 3 months reading and researching everything about the surgery and risk factors.

The surgery is due to a 12cm #ovariancyst and #adenomyosis thankfully both ovaries and uterus tested clear for cancer.

Scheduled surgery is for a total laparoscopic hysterectomy, but after careful consideration I want them to keep my cervix intact, as I am high risk for future prolapse but low risk for cervical cancer ( I don't have sex with men for a start!).

I've tried to get a telephone conversation with surgeon 5 times over the last 2 weeks and still not had a call back.

After 5 years of medical gaslighting I am not confident or strong enough for a battle to keep my cervix on the day of admission. I'm already not sleeping and seriously stressed about this!

Last attempt to get a callback tomorrow and I will be letting them know that if I don't get a conversation with surgeon by end of day Friday, I won't be admitting myself for surgery on Monday.

It shouldn't be this hard 😭

Having surgery to remove 12cm #ovariancyst and a full #hysterectomy on the 20th December!

This is good - timing is a bit off but it's all good. Then I can finally start getting my mobility and life back!

Got my follow up apt inan hour for this melon sized #OvarianCyst

Got a whole lot of questions about how it has affected me especially chronic lower back pain, constant bloating/heartburn and now I suspect my core muscles are widely seperated.

I've seen the MRI images and it looks to me (admittedly not qualified - but this is why I have questions) like everything inside is pushed back and up, causing the issues.

I want it confirmed and documented.

I also dont want a long wait for surgey.

Should I be worried that the person i'm seeing has 'Mr' and not 'Dr' on the apt letter?

Edited to update: He was indeed a surgeon and a very nice one - answered all my questions and explained everything very well!

I'm having a full hysterectomy just got to wait for date now.

Processing a week that has been equal parts exhausting, worrying and awesome.

Travelled to London Tuesday to see Ethel Cain live. She was awesome! Was not expecting such a show of lights and layers and ambience. We’re hoping to catch her again in Cardiff in June. I’ve gone from mum supporting her teens fandom yo being a total fan myself 😂

Due to being skint ( due to sprained ankle and twisted knee a couple weeks previous we had a lot of uber eats) I had to change the hotel from a fairly decent holiday inn in Hammersmith to a crappy hotel on the main Shepherd’s Bush road which meant a lot of walking and a lot of stairs and then the 120 minutes queuing at the concert venue. Aforementioned injuries still not fully healed and I’ve been carrying around a melon sized cyst for over 4 years that has caused a lot of back pain and weight gain.

When we first arrived in Hammersmith I got a call from hospital to attend an mri the next day (to examine cyst and plan surgery) so was then I worrying about getting back in time for that. Did it though!

So yeah. But fucking hell that concert was well worth it. My teens smile and cheers and absolute delight to be so near to her favourite artist was worth it!

Video contains flashing lights.

#ethelcain #actuallyautistic #ovariancyst

Woman has cyst removed and is shocked to learn it had teeth, hair, and maybe even an eyeball

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/womans-cyst-has-teeth-hair-eyeball-ex1

Naga Munchetty: My first period at 15 made me faint and throw up - but doctors told me it was normal | The Independent
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/naga-munchetty-period-health-adenomyosis-hay-festival-b2757559.html

#OvarianCyst
#Ovaries
#PeriodPain
#Periods