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I have severe pmdd, having a total hysterectomy in 2 days. ovaries are staying...will my symptoms be lessened at least? please help

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Dr. Neil Neimark answered

Not necessarily: Pmdd usually represents hormonal imbalance with estrogen predominance. Unless you are having severe bleeding i would see a hormone specialist first and get balanced out. A hysterectomy leaving the ovaries in will not likely give you any relief. Good luck.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/24/2015

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A member asked:

I have severe pmdd, having a total hysterectomy in 2 days. ovaries are staying...will my symptoms be lessened at least? please help

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Neil Neimark answered

Dr Ali agreed

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