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flymacmamma Unregistered guest |
My 39 y/o sister has severe back pain for 3 years. She recently found out that she has an elevated CA-125 of 120 and bilateral ovarian cysts. She lives in a small town and they referred her to the closest University for a laparoscopy. I’m afraid the university will do a knee jerk hysterectomy while doing the lap. Is this a valid concern? |
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Dr. del Junco Jr. (Doctor) Moderator Username: Doctor Post Number: 62 |
Dear Flymacmamma- We have seen many patients with back pain as a symptom…it is often directly associated with pathology in the pelvis impinging on nerves in that area. If your sisters cysts are large or located toward the back of her pelvis, they could be pressing on the low back area, creating this pain, especially after hours of sleeping when there is little movement or change in position. |