WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for March, 2002: Re: After hysterectomy question

Re: After hysterectomy question

From: Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 30 Mar 2002 19:42:38 -0600 (CST)

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At Sat, 30 Mar 2002, Sarah wrote: >
>Had a hysterectomy in Oct. last yr. Am 38 yrs old. Kept ovaries.Was
>wondering if going on HRT or estrogen would decrease PMS symptoms
>[back/leg pain,cramping, headaches, mood swings etc.,..]each month. And,
>since I kept ovaries, would I have to stop HRT for one week each month
>like a regular cycle?
>My blood values are as follows:
>estradiol-15
>FSH-7.2
>TSH-1.81
>Thank you!
>Sarah

It does not look like your menopausal, it sometimes estrogen can help with premenstrual symptoms. Since you do not have a uterus you only need to be on estrogen, and you should be only keep that continuously going

-- Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG Chudacoff Obstetrics & Gynecology, PLLC Sugar Land, TX

Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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**Thank you for understanding :).**

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