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Anyone else been diagnosed with a borderline ovarian tumor?
Two years ago, I underwent a hysterectomy to remove an 11cm tumor on my left ovary, and all the markers pointed to cancer. After my surgery, results showed I had a borderline tumor. Thus I did not need chemo or radiation. I go in every six months for blood work and scans for further tumor development. I am tumor free thus far. Has anyone else been diagnosed with a borderline tumor? I am curious as there is not a lot of information about them.
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Yes I am 24.
I have been diagnosed with serous boarderline tumor. I had it removed and lost my right ovary. I see an oncologist for the first time next Friday
No I am having an abdominal surgery not sure why but he wants to do it thru the abdominal
Yes, absolutely this is a great resource.
Will your surgery be laparoscopic?
my surgery was laparoscopic, it has been a lot more rough recovery than I expected.
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1 ReactionIt's ok lol I am new as well. I didn't even know this Mayo Clinic Connect existed and I think it's so awesome to have because we can get so much insight from others.
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1 ReactionHey! Yes I had mine removed and I shared my story down below. I am new here and still figuring how this works lol
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1 ReactionHi Helen thank you for responding. Yes I was diagnosed with serous boarderline tumor. I shared my story down below. I have several questions for my doctor
I found out my family history-
Father-had kidney removed because of cancer, grandmother had breast cancer twice and full hysterectomy
Mother-never goes to the doctor but says she’s never had any problems
1.)Will I have any blood work screening done?
2.)Genetic testing?
3.)How often is there reoccurrence? How can I help this not to come back?
4.)Why did the palopian tube get left behind?
5.)Am I going to need treatment?
6.)The pathology report says there was spillage during surgery is anything done about that?
That is the only questions I’ve got so far
Hello I am new here.
I am 24 years old and I had to have my right ovary removed due to a Serous boarderline Tumor.
My surgery was 3 weeks ago and was done by my OBGYN. When he went in for surgery he believed all I had was a cyst But now since the discovery that this was a tumor was a little more serious, I’ve been referred to an gynecologic oncologist and my appointment is next Friday. basically playing the waiting game until my appointment with my new Dr.
I’m happy to be able to connect with people who have been through the same thing as me.
It’s been having a rollercoaster of emotions.
My OBGYN really couldn’t shed light on what the oncologist might recommend, besides blood work.
@kirstinleigha. Welcome to our support group for gynecological cancers. I imagine that you are pretty frightened after hearing the word "tumor" and worrying whether the tumor is cancer or not.
Have you been diagnosed with a serous borderline ovarian tumor? If so, have you already discussed a treatment plan with your doctor? What questions do you have for your doctor?
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1 ReactionI have a tumor on left ovary not sure what kind yet. It's a complex solid cystic tumor measuring 4.4 cm which grew from 3.8 cm in 2 months. Went to OBGYN yesterday having surgery on the 28. He said it doesn't look good that he's afraid it's cancer. Doing a partial hysterectomy with the possibility of a full hysterectomy with radiation & chemotherapy if cancer spread. I have came across your type of tumor while researching. Are you going to have it removed?
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2 ReactionsHello has anyone been diagnosed with Serous Boarderline ovarian tumor?