Patient's question:
Aunt went to the hospital for a physical examination and found that her ovaries had problems. The doctor recommended removing them, but Aunt said that if her ovaries were removed, she would age rapidly. Does removal really cause aging?Doctor's answer:
First, there needs to be a consideration based on the results of a thorough examination. If it is an ovarian teratoma, like an ovarian tumor, there needs to be careful consideration of this marker test. If there are indications for surgery, it needs to be evaluated from a health perspective. However, after the removal of one ovary, it will never age. But the ovary is an important endocrine organ, and removing one ovary may lead to an increase in sex hormone levels. It is recommended to weigh the pros and cons before making a decision.