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Ovary Removal Linked to Potential Cognitive Decline: New Research

For women not at increased risk of ovarian cancer, the procedure may be unnecessary and can harm brain white matter.
Ovary Removal Linked to Potential Cognitive Decline: New Research
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Cara Michelle Miller
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Women considering ovary removal to prevent cancer face a trade-off. Early removal of both ovaries may damage white matter in the brain, potentially increasing the risk of cognitive decline. However, the exact reasons behind this are still unclear.

This may soon change, however.

Cara Michelle Miller
Cara Michelle Miller
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Cara Michelle Miller is a freelance writer and holistic health educator. She taught at the Pacific College of Health and Science in NYC for 12 years and led communication seminars for engineering students at The Cooper Union. She now writes articles with a focus on integrative care and holistic modalities.