Anusha Dandekar Undergoes Ovary Surgery, Advises Women To Take Health Seriously

VJ-turned-actor Anusha Dandekar on Tuesday revealed about undergoing surgery for a lump in her ovary and advised women to visit a gynaecologist once a year “without fail to stay ahead of your health and safety”.

The actor-singer penned a long note on Instagram confirming that she is doing well now, but the recovery has been "pretty intense" and she feels lucky that “all was okay”.

Anusha Dandekar Undergoes Ovary Surgery

Dandekar thanked her team of doctors for their continued support and care as she has been recovering. She also urged women to make sure they get annual tests done to check for any problems in their reproductive system.

“Just wanted to tell all the girls that are here reading this, to make sure you visit your gynaecologist once a year without fail to stay ahead of your health and safety, I’ve been doing that since I was 17 and that’s how I can be so grateful I’m recovering well today,” she added.

According to the Indian Express, Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs in an ovary or on its surface. Ovaries are located on each side of the uterus in the pelvic region of the body and are part of the female reproductive system.

There are various types of ovarian cysts but for a better understanding, they can be categorised under two categories: benign and malignant. While benign lumps may not be harmful, malignant ones are those that could become cancerous cysts.

Anusha, who has hosted shows such as MTV Dance Crew, MTV Teen Diva and India’s Next Top Model, said she still has a long way to go for complete recovery but was discharged on Monday.

“Still have a few weeks of full recovery ahead of me but it felt so good to walk outside today! Grateful beyond,” she added.

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