Phantom ovary aches/pains?

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I had my right ovary removed on April 6, and D&C and uterine polyp removal, and then a light period, my last one to date, began on April 8.  Over the last 3-4 days, I've had a bit of light spotting and some crampy aching that comes and goes on the right side, seeming to be where the ovary used to be.  Has anyone else had this?  It makes me think I'm imagining things since the ovary is gone.

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    Hello elizabeth. Did your surgeon remove your Fallopian tube as well?
    • Posted

      Good question.  She did not mention removing it.
    • Posted

      Sometimes they do leave it although I can't see any reason why as it's not if any use without the ovary. If it has been left the pain you feel could be due to scar tissue or if some ovarian tissue is left behind that can cause some discomfort.

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