WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for May, 2003: Re: Ovaries removed and hrt

Re: Ovaries removed and hrt

From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 30 May 2003 09:29:56 -0500 (CDT)

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At Thu, 29 May 2003, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote: >
>I had my ovaries removed three years ago at the age of 43 due to
>endometriosis. The doctor waited 3 months and put me on HRT. Last year in May I went off
>of it because of all the negative things that were found out about it. I was
>only on it a little short of two years. Should I still be taking it and if
>you think I should, should I use the pills or the patch? How long should I be
>on it? I always thought if I did go back on it, I would stay on it until my
>identical twin sister goes through menopause. That would be approximately how
>long i would have had my period. I do have some hot flashes and night sweats
>but they have considerably gotton better with time. Vaginal dryness is a
>problem though. Any advice you can give would be great!
>Thanks, Cindy

Due to the actual discussion of that subject I believe it should be decided with your GYN Dr.

-- Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. Director Obgyn.net Latina Chief of Staff Obstetrics, Hospital J. A. Fernández Buenos Aires Argentina 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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