What, if any, health concerns does a person have when they have PCOD post-hysterectomy?

I was originally diagnosed with Stein-Levinthal syndrome at age 19 and had PCOD throughout my 20's and 30's. I had a few surgeries for the cysts and finally a hysterectomy at age 43 because of a large cyst and endometriosis. I know that PCOD is associated with other endocrine problems (syndrome x, diabetes, insulin resistance, etc.) Once a person has a hysterectomy (including ovaries) are these health risks still an issue?

Hystersisters addresses this on their site:

Will a hysterectomy or oophorectomy cure my PCOS/PCOD?

Unfortunately, there is no cure at this time for PCOS.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome/Disorder is a disorder of the endocrine system. While one of the symptoms can be polycystic ovaries, it is only one of many symptoms. Some women have polycystic ovaries, but do not have PCOS, while other women have PCOS yet do not have polycystic ovaries.

An oophorectomy will obviously put an end to polycystic ovaries by removing them. It will not alter the other symptoms, which can include insulin resistance. If you were suffering from other symptoms before your surgery, they will remain after your surgery. One possible exception is that since the ovaries produce up to 60% of your body鈥檚 testosterone, when they are removed, it may be enough of a decrease in androgens to no longer cause unpleasant side affects.

Are there any special HRT requirements after an oopherectomy?

There has been very little, if any research concerning PCOS and HRT therapy after an oophorectomy. From experience, we see that it can take longer for the woman with PCOS to attain a balance of their hormones. This is because of other issues with additional hormones which may also need to be addressed. One thing that seems to be agreed upon by all is that the woman with PCOS should rarely be given testosterone or DHEA supplements.

It is very important that the woman who has PCOS find a doctor who understands PCOS and surgical menopause. Not everyone in the medical community is up-to-date with the latest research and treatment options. It is important to get treatment for insulin resistance.

For more information and support for PCOS symptoms and treatment, here is a link to www.soulcysters.com.

I have PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) and I am 32 but I heard that it may still have some issues even after a hysterectomy but I am not a doctor and I dont know so you should check with your doctor.

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