I don't want to scare monger, but I would go and see your doctor. I had bloating for 2 yrs and had been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), I was also getting, diarrhea, Bladder frequency, and tummy discomfort. In January 08 I saw a different doctor (by now I was looking 9 months pregnant) who sent me for an Ultra Sound, and I was found to have a Giant Ovarian Cyst,30cm (beachball size) and weighed 20lbs when removed. It was found to be borderline, and had a rare cell, I had to also have a full hysterectomy, and an omentectomy (removal of the omentum a fatty layer which protects the intestine and bowel)as it can be a cancer spreader. I am one of the lucky ones, as it's not thought to be cancerous, my lymphnodes and the omentum were clear, however, I do have to have regular checkups.I went to my doctor approx every 3-4mths complaining of bloating, and was sent away with peppermint oil tablets, and other perscription drugs. I believe because I saw the same doctor over the 2 yrs he was blinkered by the Consultants diagnosis of IBS, and therefore it is wise to see different doctors. Also if you have a ultra sound scan ask for pelvic as well as abdominal, as early ovarian cysts can be missed if only an abdominal scan is done. Don't be fobbed off. I'm happy to answer any questions.
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