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I was very much like Chartermom. My ovarian cysts were hemoragic corpus luteums (after ovulation or attempted ovulation sometimes the wound that is created can fill with blood). I had a bunch and since my dad's side is ovarian cancer and my mom's is breast, it was recommended that my ovaries (and tubes) be removed to be sure.
All was well but I too have more intense hot flashes (but not more - maybe 2 or 3 per day) and I am and was on Arimidex. I don't have libido problems but do have dryness issues and because of that, some minor vaginal infection issues. I was told these would pass and actually improve once my body is used to everything (had everything done 6 weeks ago).
I am glad to have had it done. No more worries and Arimidex (or any AI) and Herceptin work well together so I am more confident of my treatment plan. I was fairly certain that despite bloodwork, I was not completely postmenopausal and being hormone and Her 2 - I did want to do everything I could do.
Best regards,
Becky
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