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A member asked:

Do you still need to see a gynecologist if you have had a partial hysterectomy with one remaining ovary?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: A pelvic (bimanual) exam can elicit problems such as cysts or cancer with the remaining ovary as a first line of defense for the overall betterment of your gyn health. Moreover, a breast exam can also be done as you are approaching the age of 40 for required yearly mammography.

Dr Higginbotham agreed

Answered 3/17/2014

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Yes: Yes, you should still see a gynecologist for pap smears and exams.

Answered 11/25/2013

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