52, hysterectomy this week + one ovary removed unexpectedly - worried about long-term health effects
Hi everyone,
I had a hysterectomy this week (for adenomyosis/cysts), and during the surgery my doctor also removed my left ovary because it had cysts and was apparently stuck to the tube/adhesions. My right ovary was kept.
I’m 52 and trying to understand what this actually means long term. I’ve been reading so many conflicting things online that I’m getting anxious.
For women around my age who lost one ovary during hysterectomy:
Did you notice any major hormonal changes afterward?
How much does the remaining ovary compensate at this age?
Did it affect your bones, skin, hair, heart health, sleep, cognition, memory, mood, libido, etc.?
Did you go into menopause symptoms faster even with one ovary left?
Were you advised to take HRT or supplements?
I know one ovary can often be enough, but since I’m already 52, I’m wondering whether losing half the ovarian reserve at this stage makes a significant difference or not.
I’d really appreciate hearing real experiences from women who went through this around menopause age, especially several years later.
Thank you.