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GlossaryHysterectomy

surgical removal of the uterus

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a woman's uterus, which may also involve the removal of the cervix, ovaries, and fallopian tubes depending on the type and extent of the surgery. This procedure is often performed to treat conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, or cancer of the uterus, cervix, or ovaries.

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Randomized Trial of Hysterectomy, Endometrial Laser Ablation, and Transcervical Endometrial Resection for Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

research Randomized Trial of Hysterectomy, Endometrial Laser Ablation, and Transcervical Endometrial Resection for Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

June 1995 in “International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics”

Hysteroscopic surgery is better than hysterectomy for treating dysfunctional uterine bleeding due to fewer complications and quicker recovery, with high satisfaction in both treatments.

research Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor in a Post-Menopausal Patient with Severe Hyperandrogenism

22 citations, February 2014 in “Arquivos Brasileiros De Endocrinologia E Metabologia”

An 81-year-old woman's severe male hormone symptoms were caused by an ovarian tumor, which was treated with surgery.

research An Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor Undetected by Ultrasound in a Postmenopausal Woman with Hirsutism and Hyperandrogenism

12 citations, March 2018 in “Medicine”

A postmenopausal woman's hirsutism and high testosterone levels improved after surgery for an ovarian tumor not seen on ultrasound.

research Human Skin

6 citations, January 2016 in “Menopause”

Estrogen deficiency, like after menopause or certain surgeries, leads to faster skin aging and health issues.

Menopausal Androgen Excess-Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)

research Menopausal Androgen Excess-Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)

5 citations, January 2017 in “Acta Endocrinologica”

High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.

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community Need some advice for my mom any help would be appreciated

in Female 7 upvotes 1 year ago

User seeks advice for mom's hair loss, considering treatments like spiro, iron/biotin supplements, 2% minoxidil, and Nioxin. Mom has Parkinson's and low estrogen due to hysterectomy, which may contribute to thinning.

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Female, 28, losing hair since 17, using 200mg Spiro. Tried Minoxidil and ketoconazole with limited success, considering oral minox and seeking alternative treatments from cosmetic dermatologist.

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RU58841, a potential hair loss treatment, was not commercialized due to marketability issues and lack of long-term safety data. Concerns about its formulation and delivery methods further complicate its use.