Ovary Removal And Depression
Like all surgeries, prophylactic ovary removal involves some risks. For premenopausal women, it puts the body directly into menopause, which can cause uncomfortable symptoms and other side effects. Also, the long-term health effects of surgical menopause are not fully understood.
Risks immediately after surgery
Possible risks include:
- bleeding or infection
- scar tissue formation, especially if you have abdominal surgery (instead of the minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery). Scar tissue can...
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