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I had 8cm ovarian cyst and endometrial tissue removed. is it necessary to take hormones such as lupron (leuprolide) to prevent a reoccurence?

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Dr. Seth Derman answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

No: Lupron (leuprolide) will help prevent recurrence while you are on it. However, Lupron (leuprolide) is usually used short term and it may recur after you stop it. Drugs such as birth control pills can be used long term and so may be more helpful. Still, going on hormones after surgery is not absolutely necessary.

Answered 5/9/2018

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