- Went to ER due to abdominal pain coming in waves, waking me up at night crying. found out I have several cysts and one giant cyst on my ovaries, no bursting, no torsions. Given an anti-inflammatory and sent home.
- Excruciating pain a day later, couldn’t stand without vomiting, light-headedness. Went back to ER, was told my giant cyst is so big that it can’t rupture and the OBGYN will likely schedule a surgery, but the ER said it’s not urgent enough to schedule one that night since there isn’t a torsion. Sent me home with pain meds this time and better pain management advice
- Went to OBGYN appointment that was scheduled for the next day. Brushed off completely, gave me the same pain management advice as the ER and scheduled another ultrasound FIVE WEEKS OUT. I made a point of saying I can’t even stand long enough to do basic things. My husband works 12-14 hours a day and can only help so much. All they said was “Hopefully the Tylenol and ibuprofen help.”
This is my first time experiencing an ovarian cyst and I’m having to navigate this on my own as I live in a new state and don’t have any help. I feel so lost and need advice. Was I not believed because I wasn’t in pain during the visit? The pain comes in waves, but even when I’m okay there’s still pressure in my abdomen and back.
I need advice, please. Do I look for a second opinion?