How reliable is a pelvic ultrasound scan

Posted 9 years ago, 3 users are following.

cathy260362

I was reffered by my GP to have a pelvic scan after seeing him with pelvic pain and groin pain He said on examination he thought he could feel a possible cyst. I have been in quite a lot of pain all over my pelvic area and feel generally unwell. Had my scan this morn but she said she can see nothing abnormal. How reliable to see cysts is an ultasound. I have a gyneocologist app in 2 weeks will he reccomend a different scan. or just leave it now.

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Tazchurch cathy260362

Posted 9 years ago

Very but cysts can occasionally be hidden by internal organs so another one or sort may be recommended.
june77782 cathy260362

Posted 9 years ago

I had trans vaginal scan which found mine although it was a different type to what it appeared, was this the type you had or was yours external
- cathy260362 june77782
  
  Posted 9 years ago
  
  Mine was external. its just wierd as she was pushing the scanner on my tummy it really hurt. I said oww but she says she could not see anything. I am in agony now snuggled on sofa with a hot water bottle lol.
- june77782 cathy260362
  
  Posted 9 years ago
  
  Ask for the internal one. They spotted my cyst straight away. Hope your pain and discomfort eases soon xx
- cathy260362 june77782
  
  Posted 9 years ago
  
  Well i hope when i see the consultant he will do it anyway. Thank you for your reply. xx

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