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I got an oophorectomy because my bloodwork said I was in menopause but I came out of it and got my period back. This was last summer and I was 46. What I didn't know is that it is crucial to get the estradiol levels done too and not just FSH and LH. The estradiol level should be 20 or less (and Arimidex or an AI can take that down to 1 or less). So, I got the ovaries (and tubes) yanked. No regrets - I could stay on Arimidex and Herceptin - one of the best combos.
If you don't get the ovaries removed, make sure you keep checking the FSH, LH and estradiol levels monthly. (I used to get second opinions from an onco at Sloan Kettering until I found the great onc I have now. The Sloan doc said things can change on a dime and she was right). My gyno said my uterus was fine and an oophorectomy was all I needed and the healing was quick (that's true).
Find another gyno especially since your onco suggested it too.
Kindest regards
Becky
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