Bloating, tender breasts on BIRTH CONTROL PILL for OVARIAN CYSTS.

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I have been dealing with ovarian cysts now for a few months. Recent report said I had several follecules on my right ovary and a complex cyst (most likely hemorrhagic cyst) on my left ovary. They put me on birth control pills 1 month ago but pain is bad on my right side. I have an appointment in 2 months for a follow up but I don't think I can wait that long. I called my doc but she said this is normal and to keep taking my pills. She doesn't seem concerned. I also have really bad bloating and tender breasts. Do I wait?

Submitted: 4 Days
Category: OBGYN

Expert:  Dr. Aarti Vazirani replied 4 Days.

Hello
Thanks for your query at DoctorSpring.com
The haemorrhagic cyst could be causing you the pain.
Is it possible to upload the scan report?
That would give me a better idea.
Also, the birth control pills have to be taken for 2 months, sometimes they lead to regression of the cysts.
The bloating and breast tenderness are due to the polycystic ovaries.
If the pain is unmanageable, surgical intervention may be tried, but mainly, oral medications should resolve the issue.
Also, you can take painkillers if the pain is very severe.
I would like to look at the scan report, please upload it.
What is your age?
Are your periods regular?
What is your height and weight?
Have you had children before?
All the best
Please feel free to discuss further.

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Patient replied :

I am 32 years old, no periods for 6 years now (Mirena). I am 5'4" and 130 pounds. I also have 3 kids. This is the report I got from my doctor.


Expert:  Dr. Aarti Vazirani replied 3 Days.

The side effects ( bloating and breast tenderness ) could be due to the Mirena.
I need to look at the images and the report to really opine about the pain.
You could take painkillers for that.
Taking birth control pills on top of the Mirena would really add to the hormonal side effects.
Regards.

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Patient replied :

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Ryan WelcomeKatie ClayHome Secure Messaging Visits My Medical Record Billing Preferences US PELVIC COMPLETE WITH TRANSVAGINAL - Details Printer friendly page--New window will open About This Test
Details Narrative US PELVIC COMPLETE WITH TRANSVAGINAL 2/7/2015 11:40 AM
HISTORY: Pelvic pain. Followup ovarian cysts.
TECHNIQUE: Ultrasound was performed transvaginally as well as transabdominally in order to optimally evaluate the adnexa.
FINDINGS: The uterus measured 8.5 cm in length with an endometrial thickness of 0.5 cm. An IUD is noted within the endometrium. Multiple small follicles are noted within the right ovary. Within the left ovary, there is a 2.4 cm complex cyst, likely a hemorrhagic cyst. There was no free pelvic fluid.
Impression IMPRESSION: 1. Several small follicles within the right ovary. 2. A 2.4 cm left ovarian complex cyst, most likely a hemorrhagic cyst. 3. IUD within the endometrium.
JOSEPH SPAETH, MD
Component Results There is no component information for this result.
General Information Resulted: 02/07/2015 2:09 PM Ordered By: Sieglinde Iris Peterson, MD Result Status: Final resu


Expert:  Dr. Aarti Vazirani replied 2 Days.

The hemorrhagic cyst could be causing the pain.
But that should be resolved by painkillers, and should not last for more than a few days.
A repeat scan would show that the cyst has resolved.
Regards.

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