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Pros/Cons of Removal of both ovaries vs. only one?
I am scheduled to have a bi-lateral oophorectomy next month and am confused as to whether both or only 1 ovary should be removed. I've been having severe perimenopausal symptoms as well as have cyst on right ovary. Doctor doesn't want to put me on HRT now having these symptoms but will after the surgery. Are there any good reasons to only have 1 ovary removed? I am 53, haven't had period in almost 9 months so am 3 months away from 'officially' being in menopause. Thanks to all!
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I'm glad to hear your going to ask your Dr this question. It's always best to know all of your options. Please let me know what your Dr has to say and what decision you make. Take care. Remar
Thanks so much for your input; I have a consultation w/ dr. a week before surgery and will be asking her that question. I don't know if it matters that in 3 more months, I'll have gone 12 months without a period and from what I read, I'm probably not making much estrogen now. Thanks Remar, have a good day.
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