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I was diagnosed ovarian teratoma& operated. they removed my left ovary & went through 4 cycles of chemotherapy. is it normal to have iregular mens?

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Dr. Barbara Toppin answered

Yes: It is not uncommon to have irregular menses after major surgery and chemotherapy. It may take a few more cycles to become normal. If not you md may be able to give you something to regulate it.

Dr Somani agreed

Answered 10/6/2012

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed ovarian teratoma& operated. they removed my left ovary & went through 4 cycles of chemotherapy. is it normal to have iregular mens?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Barbara Toppin answered

Dr Somani agreed

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