The extra curse of the Angelina gene: Women who have their ovaries removed to slash the risk of cancer ‘have a greater risk of dementia’

Women who have their ovaries removed to reduce the risk of cancer have a greater risk of dementia, research suggests.

The operation, which triggers early menopause, results in a reduction in memory and thinking skills, scientists have found.

Experts fear this may eventually lead to early-onset dementia for many women, and may even lead to Alzheimer’s.

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