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Re: 9.2 cms. fibroid. Hysterectomy. Ovaries too?

From: Kelly Shanahan, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 3 May 1998 14:48:44 -0500 (CDT)


At Sat, 2 May 1998, Nancy wrote: >
>Just diagnosed with a 9.2 cms fibroid.
> Doctor suggests total hysterectomy.
>I'm 48, been on HRT for over a year, in
>good physical condition. Having constant
>cramping, soreness in belly, inconsistent
>bowels, etc. Doctor says hys. should help
>everything. At my age, any reason to not
>take the ovaries?

If you are already on hormone replacement I see no reason to keep your ovaries at age 48.

--
Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG
S. Lake Tahoe, CA

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