Ovarian Pain, did anyone have this same problem?
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It could possibly be an ovarian cyst, although if you had an ultrasound over your ovaries, it should have shown up.  However, it might have burst, if the pain that shot down your thigh is any indication.  In that case, when you do get into an OBG/YN, request that you have an ovarian ultrasound and/or a laberoscopy.\n\nMost doctors will say that it's impossible to have a cyst for more than a month, tops.  But don't give up.  I had one for six months that went ignored and then a year later I had to have surgery to remove from all of the scar tissue from when it burst.
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I started experiencing the same thing that you described about 5 ears ago. I also started having irregular periods and later on was diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic Ovarian disease). You may not have it, and may have something else that contributes to it - but what was creating and adding to the pain was decrease in natural lubrication.\n\nIn my case, PCOS was causing me to stop naturally lubricate and all the foreplay was kind of irritating the delicate tissue - it felt like I was being pinched or that my husband had grown a sharp nail. \n\nOver time I came to dread intercourse. In my mind, intercouse and foreplay = pain. \n\nMy therapist adviced me to firstly, cut caffine from my diet. \n\nSecondly, andnd irrespective of how and when I naturally lubricate, I should always start with KY jelly - the one that warms on contact. Any natural lubrication is a bonus.\n\nThirdly, practice relaxation techniques - play some soft instrumetal music and read the word RELAX in your mind. And as you read it, relax every muslce in your body. Start with your legs, then hands. arms, neck. When you have mastered this technique use it when you are getting ready for foreplay and intercourse.\n\nAnd fourthly, explore yourself. My therapist asked me to start explore masterbation - with my fingers. And in the process pinpoint the exact location or movement/ style that evoked that pinching sensation and then share it with my partner. \n\nAll the four combined with a glass of wine in the initial times of exploration/ fixing the problem helped. So, good luck. I hope I helped a little. My GYN didn't physically find anything wrong with me either. It's quite sometime later that I found that stress was making my periods irregular which was contributing to the fall in natural wetness.\n\nSo, take it slow. This may not be the perfect solution but it is worth a try. I am now a proud mother of a 1 year old and things are so much better.
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I also have had endometriosis.  Please see another gynecologist.  Birth control is the treatment of choice but, when it doesn't work, other therapies should be tried.  The other therapies are treatment with a gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRH-a), high-dose progestin, a progestin intrauterine device (Mirena), or danazol.  Usually, those are tried before a hysterectomy is even suggested in someone as young as you.  Please get a second opinion.\n\nIn the meantime, at home, use ibuprofen, motrin or advil for the pain (NSAIDs) due to their anti-inflammatory effect.  Take them on a regular schedule as prescribed on the bottle.  Apply heat to your lower abdomen in the form of a hot water bottle, hot bath or heating pad.  Lie down!  If on your back, put a pillow under your knees.  If on your side, curl your knees up to your chest.  Get regular exercise.\n\nIf you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email me.  Just click on my avatar.
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Sometimes ovarian cysts or polyps in the vagina can cause intense pain during intercourse. If this is more than just tightness you may want to consult a doctor. I don't mean to scare you!
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Ouchie hon..sorry you feel so lousy! I have had almost all of the symptoms of PCOS but my doctor never diagnosed it. I do what you are going through though. I don't go a day without plucking, shaving etc....I have had some tremendous abdominal pains. I have even had surgery twice to remove tumors. The first time I had tumors the size of large grapefruits and, the second time(yes, they grew back. And only 2 years apart) they were the size of softballs. Here it is 4 years later and I need it again.\n\nThe dark blood could mean you may have endometriosis in addition to the cysts. Endo is also known as having 'chocolate cysts'. These may have been bursting, or your ovarian cysts have been bursting. Hence all the pain and bleeding you have endured.\n\nWrite down any questions you may have and bring them with you to the doctor. Have a friend with you for moral support as well. It never helps to go through this alone. Hope you feel better soon hon..this is a toughie but, you'll get through it. Keep us posted!
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I am now 34 and when I was 26 I had a total hysterectomy, even ovaries. I have not had any problems like this. I have heard that your bladder can drop, maybe that is what you are experiencing. You can call your GYN and tell him you are having some discomfort and he will check you. Good luck.
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That's normal- I have the same thing, not bad cramps, just a pain in the side.  It means you are ovulating.
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It doesn't sound like ovarian cancer, however, I am not a doctor. I can tell you from personal experience that when this happened to me I was pregnant. Please try and find a free clinic that offers services for the uninsured. You should see a doctor.
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I had those symptoms and had a small ovarian cyst.  The doctor wasn't worried about me, either.  Many women get small cysts that come and go with menstruation at times.  They told me it shouldn't cause symptoms, but I sure felt different symptoms for about two months!  My breasts were extremely sore those two months, too!  Then, it just went away.
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The bloating, sentimentality, etc. are very normal. What does not sound as normal is the constant pain. Normal menstruation pains should ebb and flow depending on the amount of contracting the uterus does to expell the lining. \n\nConstant, radiating, or shooting pain... That may be cause for concern. You need to see your OB/GYN and have an ultrasound. This could be nothing or it could be a condition called endometriosis. Good Luck
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I had my left ovary removed surgically when I was 19 years old because there was a large benign tumor on it.  I functioned normally with just one ovary and eventually had 2 children with no problems.  I did start menopause a bit early, but not sure is that's at all related.
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I have a friend who has the same problem but she gets it everytime she has her period. The only thing i can think of is to get on birth control. They will make you regular and reduce pain. Ask your doctor about it I am sure he/she will help.
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I am having the same problem. Only I have a small cyst on both ovaries.  I am having an internal ultra sound just to be sure. My doctor said this is quite normal and in most case they burst on their own and go away.  On occasion they do become larger but not in all cases.  This is when they have to be removed or have the ovary removed.  This does not happen in every case.  Just keep up with your doctor's advice and have it checked periodically.
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If you only have pain around the time of your period you shouldn't need an ultrasound.  Now if you have pain at other times ie. around ovulation, you might have cysts on your ovaries that an ultrasound would show.  I had severe endometriosis with very severe periods.  The ultrasound showed fluid in my abdomen and then at different times the ultrasounds would show cysts on my ovaries but not always.  You can give the pills a try for a few months and see if that helps.  If it doesn't then request the ultrasound.  Just my two cents.
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I'm not a woman, but I am a paramedic.  About 1 out of every 5 women experience pain on ovulation, also called mittelschmerz.  It doesn't typically indicate any sort of problem.  Check the site below for more information.
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it is possible that your ovaries are not giving you the normal amount of hormones.  Ask your Dr. to run a hormone panel on you.  If the levels are alright it is probably the depression that most of us feel after the operation.\n\nI was 39 when I had it done and after 6 months on an anti-depressant I feel pretty good although I tire much easier.
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It sounds like you might have had a miscarriage.  Or maybe an ovarian cyst ruptured.   If you are still having alot of pain in the morning then call your OB/GYN.  It sounds like you need to have a pelvic exam.  You might find some relief by using a heat pack on your pelvic area.  Take some Tylenol or Ibprofen.  But not asprin!  You might also lay in bed on your side and pull your knees towards your  chest- like in a fetal position.