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Is Hysterectomy Advisable While Suffering With Abnormal Pap Smears?
I am 61 years old, 120 lbs. Due to multiple years of on again, off again, abnormal paps, and the fact that due to Leep procedures it has been impossible to get a sample via the cervix into the uterus, it was decided to perform a hysterectomy. Thoughts on ovary removal?
Mon, 17 Dec 2018
Hello,
The hysterectomy can be done with or without removal of ovaries.
On your age though very likely you are in menopause and removal of ovaries will not really cause you any problems as they already should not be functioning.
I think it will not be a difference for you if the ovaries are removed or not and letting it in the hands of the doctor to decide if he removes them or not will be ok.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
The hysterectomy can be done with or without removal of ovaries.
On your age though very likely you are in menopause and removal of ovaries will not really cause you any problems as they already should not be functioning.
I think it will not be a difference for you if the ovaries are removed or not and letting it in the hands of the doctor to decide if he removes them or not will be ok.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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