Surgical Menopause
Surgical removal of both ovaries
If your ovaries are being surgically removed – whether for cancer, endometriosis, or to lower your risk of future disease – your menopause will not happen gradually. It happens abruptly.
That makes the conversation with your doctor or healthcare provider before surgery especially important.
We set out what an oophorectomy means for your hormones, your symptoms, and your long term health, so you can walk into that conversation prepared. Full guide to surgical menopause .
Access the full guide
Join My Menopause SA Membership to read the full Surgical Menopause guide and supporting references.
SUBSCRIBE / JOIN NOWMy Menopause SA
Evidence-based menopause information for South African women.
Page last reviewed: 1 March 2026
Next review due: 1 March 2027