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Advice or experiences after radical hysterectomy and no hrt allowed

Ksv
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Hi I am newly diagnosis with ovarian cancer ( gct that ruptured) .my consultant has recommended full hysterectomy ovaries everything etc but I'm not allowed hrt I'm only 40 and really worried about the instant onset of menopause symptoms and nothing to regulate my body .

I am looking for people who have had the same experience and what symptoms they suffered and if it's as bad as I'm reading it's making me really nervous  

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  • Hello Ksv

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been given a diagnosis of ovarian cancer and that you're now facing the possibility of a full hysterectomy. It's understandable that you're feeling anxious about the impact that this may have on your life. 

    We do have some information on our website about coping with sex hormone symptoms that you may find useful to read through. I'd also suggest talking with your specialist, and also your GP, about the concerns you have any managing any symptoms you develop after surgery. There are some non-hormonal alternatives that can help manage side effects such as hot flashes and supplements that can help reduce the risk of problems such as bone density. Some of that information is in the link I've given you above. 

    You might want to have a chat with one of our team of nurses to talk things through with them. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I do hope that things go well for you Ksv. keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Ksv

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been given a diagnosis of ovarian cancer and that you're now facing the possibility of a full hysterectomy. It's understandable that you're feeling anxious about the impact that this may have on your life. 

    We do have some information on our website about coping with sex hormone symptoms that you may find useful to read through. I'd also suggest talking with your specialist, and also your GP, about the concerns you have any managing any symptoms you develop after surgery. There are some non-hormonal alternatives that can help manage side effects such as hot flashes and supplements that can help reduce the risk of problems such as bone density. Some of that information is in the link I've given you above. 

    You might want to have a chat with one of our team of nurses to talk things through with them. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I do hope that things go well for you Ksv. keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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