ovarian fullness?????

[hmccartn]

just wondering if anyone out there has info re: unilateral ovarian fullness. a friend was advised she has R sided ovarian fullness and is scheduled for an ultra sound...she has already jumped to the conclusion that she has ovarian cancer. she does have a family hx. does anyone know if this is always assoc with ovarian Ca or does it occur with cysts as well. any resources on the subject? thanks folks!

[ladytraviler]

Tell your friend that ovarian fullness is a common sign of cysts.

This web site gives clear, easy to read, laymans term information

http://www.healthy.net

It may indicate cancer, but more often cysts. that is why the ultrasound is ordered.

[crankyasanoldma]

A feeling of ovarian fullness in not in itself unusual. Many women of reproductive age experience 'mittleschmirtz' and many know when they are going to ovulate by such a feeling. It is likely cystic and of course a doctor visit would not be a bad idea dependent on the severity and duration, and particularly in light of her family history. Some cysts will rupture on their own and some may need to be ruptured- an ultrasound will help determine that.