Ok, here's the latest:
Dr. Hammond said my blood counts, platelets, etc., etc., are "just georgous!"
The blood tests show that my ovaries are still producing estrogen and are "going strong." So I have two options --- have the ovaries removed or go through a series of shots every three months. The shots essentially put the ovaries "to sleep."
To be proactive, I have asked that they be removed. I am waiting for Dr. Hammond's office to call me with appointment information to meet with Dr. Ober at Exeter Hospital. When I meet with Dr. Ober we will schedule the surgery. Dr. Ober is a gynecologist and I believe is head of surgery for Exeter Hospital.
Dr. Hammond thought that having the ovaries removed and the implant done at the same time was an excellent idea.
Recuperation time should be rather quick. Dr. Hammond advised his wife had a very similar procedure and was up and around 4 days after surgery.
I think that's it for now. I want to cry --- I think out of some degree of relief that this will not be a full hysterectomy and maybe --- just maybe --- this is going to be behind me soon.
I'll add more later. The heat and humidity are too much for me right now!!
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