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Hysterectomy and Menopause Facts Revealed - Associated Content

What are the facts about hysterectomy and menopause? When a woman has a hysterectomy, which is when the uterus is removed (and sometimes one or both of the ovaries and fallopian tubes) it can spell the ...

No Evidence Estrogen Causes Lung Cancer Post-Hysterectomy - MSN Health & Fitness

FRIDAY, Aug. 13 (HealthDay News) -- Taking estrogen doesn't increase the risk of developing or dying from lung cancer among postmenopausal women who've had a hysterectomy, a new study has found. Previous research about ...

Options more plentiful for women with heavy menstruation; hysterectomy rates fall as rates of ... - The Post-Standard - Syracuse.com (blog)

Michelle Gabel/The Post-Standard Dr. Mark Antosh is shown with an ablation device that he uses for the endometrial ablations he does. It's a somewhat new procedure being done to help women with abnormally ...

More Women Need Second Opinions Before Hysterectomy and Other Surgeries, Says Creator of "Give Me a ... - StreetInsider.com

New "Give Me a Second" campaign releases compelling video to inspire women to ask more questions about hysterectomy procedures and alternatives; promotes two questions every woman should ask her doctor before surgery ...

Hysterectomy goes high-tech - Batavia Sun

Removing a woman's uterus is major surgery, but it doesn't have to be. New technology called the da Vinci system allows gynecologists to perform hysterectomies in a way that's less invasive than those approached ...

Less evasive hysterectomy surgery offered - Daily Local News

A variety of uterine conditions are usually treated with hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus. About 600,000 hysterectomies are performed every single year, making it the most common surgical ...

New Techniques Reducing Need for Hysterectomy - FortBendNow

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER – Opinions expressed in this editorial are those of the author and not necessarily those of FortBendNow.com, Neighborhood Media, its sponsors, or its advertisers. Those with opposing ...

www.gynla.com: Robotic Surgery Expert Dr. Ramin Mirhashemi, MD Discusses the Pros and Cons of ... - Earthtimes

TORRANCE, Calif. , Aug. 10 -- With new studies debating the benefits of robotic hysterectomy surgery and others demonstrating the need for training and regulation, Dr. Ramin Mirhashemi of Gynecological ...

USF and Simbionix to develop laparoscopic hysterectomy simulator - Ethiopian Review

The Israeli subsidiary of Simbionix™, USA, and USF Health have received a two-year, $700,000 grant to develop a laparoscopic hysterectomy simulation module – advancing USF’s momentum to build a center of excellence ...

Abdominal hysterectomy - MayoClinic.com

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Hysterectomy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

A hysterectomy (from Greek ὑστέρα hystera "womb" and εκτομία ektomia "a cutting out of") is the surgical removal of the uterus, usually performed by a gynecologist.

Hysterectomy << Frequently Asked Questions << womenshealth.gov

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Hysterectomy: MedlinePlus

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove a woman's uterus. The uterus is the place where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant. Sometimes, the ovaries and fallopian tubes also are ...

Hysterectomy Support Discussions, Before Hysterectomy, After ...

Hysterectomy resources, information and large online message board community for woman-to-woman support surrounding gynecological issues before and after surgery. Speciality areas ...

Hysterectomy Procedure Options by MedicineNet.com

Learn about hysterectomy procedures and options available for women. There are many types of hysterectomy surgeries including a total, radical, laparoscopy assisted vaginal ...

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Open Question: Hysterectomy--Bowel problems/Water retention--Ladies with experience only!?

Gain you or did you gain weight? A side effect I seem to be having after the hysterectomy is that I don't go regularly without the help of laxatives or extra doses of fiber. I've gained 10lbs in 2 months since this surgery even tho I maintain a healthy diet and run 25-30 miles/wk. The only place I notice where the *weight* appears is in the stomach where its all bloated at times and its doing my head in. I'm seriously thinking to throw out the scale! What the heck should I be doing?oops see I'm in all a tizzy about this weight gain--Top line should ask Did you gain weight if so, how much and was it due to bowel problems/water retention more

Open Question: WTH is going on? A 10lb weight gain in 2 months?

OK- a little background, after I had a hysterectomy I went from 135 to 132 where everyone thought I looked too skinny. I kept running on Day 5 after my surgery and have maintained a 25-30 mile wk with running. Now this morning I've ballooned upto 143 and I'm royally p/o. Its summer, I don't eat much in fact I eat even healthier than in the winter (with all those casseroles, roasts etc), eating veggies and a card size pc of meat and limit my fats to a treat 2x a wk. So why the hell would I gain 10 lbs in 2 months?? Running has worked so far and now it seems to be counteracting everything I've worked so hard to get off me. What should I be doing? more

Open Question: Sex after a hysterectomy?

I just had a hysterectomy and I am already nervous about the inevitable in 6 weeks. I had my uterus removed, kept both ovaries and 30% of my cervix. My husband and I have always had a very healthy sexual relationship ... 14 years and still having intercourse 4 times or more a week ... so now I am scared that it's all done for. I've heard its even better afterwards and I've heard that there's no interest. Could anyone shed some light for me? Good or bad? more

Open Question: bleeding during fingering and sex?

I'm almost 19 and I've had sex many times before, so it's a little weird that I always bleed whenever my boyfriend fingers me or we have sex. It's also happened in the past with other boyfriends when my partner has fingered me/had sex, and it keeps happening. sometimes i don't even feel it and when my boyfriend takes his finger or penis out we realize that I'm bleeding. Also, it's not just a little bit of blood- it's a fair amount, not an enormous amount but almost, and I usually have to wear a pad because I keep bleeding down there through the day. It's not my period. Also, i don't know if this is relevant or not, but I have a family history of benign tumors being on the uterus or ovary which usually, for my grandma and both aunts, have resulted in a hysterectomy. this could have nothing to do with the bleeding but just thought i'd mention it just in case i'm also very worried because how am I supposed to give birth when I can't even handle a finger or a penis without bleeding? Help or advice, especially if you are a doctor or someone knowledgeable in this sort of thing, would be so, so appreciated. Thanks :) more

Resolved Question: Is 19 too young to get a hysterectomy?

Im sick of being a girl but i dont want a sex change, im sick of periods , i dont plan on having any kinds, im tired of pelvic pain and im terrified of going to the doctor/gyno Whos with me! I bet 19 is too young but im so tired of all this crapty, I wanna get some midol and birth control too but i hate taking pills. Wish i could go back to being 10 sometimes or at least just not bleed........ Ehh I know its too permanent of a thing to do but, i know in the future no kids my husband to be dont want them more

Open Question: if menstrual bleeding continues after hysterectomy,,wot cud b da reason fo it?

but how come it bleed after hysterectomy when the whole uterus has been removed..is it possible?? more

Open Question: hi i had a total hysterectomy 23 weeks ago and from day 1 iv had an protruting stomach?

thats very hard to the touch. when i sit or lay down its a typical jelly belly but only when i stand does it get very hard. im in no pain at all and my bowels and pee are normal.however iv gone back to my GP because people keep saying that doesnt look right you look 6month pregnant as iv done since i had it done. My GP said straight away theres something wrong there he examined me and couldnt feel any lumps or bumps etc he did however say it could possibly be fluid and iv to have a scan in 3 days time. what id like to know if anyones any idea is if its fluid why would all my tummy swell? and any other ideas what he thinks could have gone wrong i feel perfectly well in myself. thanks more

Resolved Question: I have moderate rheumatoid arthritis and am taking methotrexate and Humira. Is a hysterectomy a good idea?

I am happily married, 32 years old, with 2 great kids already. My doctor says that I absolutely MUST NOT get pregnant. I have some menstrual issues as is (heavy bleeding, sever cramping, family history, etc.) but nothing that major. I want to know if a hysterectomy might be the way to go, since any pregnancy for me will result in birth defects, possible miscarriage or could even cause my death. I already take a lot of medications and have had issues with birth control in the past. Please help me out here. I'm stuck. more

Open Question: what to do for irregular periods?i don"t want to do hysterectomy.i am 46 years oldand suffering from anoemia?

Open Question: Change from Lexapro to St. John's Wort within 4 weeks?

Been on many antidepressants over the past 15 years; building immunity within 1 yr always had Dr. changing my med and dosage until St. John's Wort=it was the best working for over 2 yrs. I was taken off only to allow brain surgery 10 yrs ago. Not long after the brain surgery, my psych. got me onto Lexapro. It has worked fair, but in the past year with ups and severe downs, generally getting me back to basic 20mg daily. I asked my therapist if I could switch to SJW. She ok'd, simply with the idea to start adding SJW mildly while lowering the Lexapro at the same time, but didn't give any timeline. (My guess: drop Lexapro to 10mg day but start taking one 300mg SJW at the same time; within a week, frop Lex to 5mg but increase the SJW to 600; within another week, drop the Lex, then 4th week, up SJW to 900.) As I've been reading websites, there seems to be Much warning about (1) going off the Lexapro too quickly, and (2) not even attempting the med/herb together but instead totally be weaned off the Lexapro. (Physicians have diagnosed that what came on as strong depression this past year was chiefly hormone/glands going way off after hysterectomy 2 yrs ago. Since taking bioidentical hormones for 3 mos now, I've had a very noticeable change in attitude and energy.) Is my change to SJW like this really a bad idea? more

Open Question: Can an enlarged ovary cause migraines?

I can't take the pill anymore because I was getting hormone-related migraines. I've had hysterectomy due to severe endometriosis but I kept my ovaries. I've now got an enlarged ovary and am due to have it out in a couple of months. It basically hurts all the time, my tummy is really swollen (trousers 2 sizes bigger than I need won't do up) and I'm having probs with constipation/diarrhoea which is really painful because my bowel is coming too near to the enlarged ovary. Can an enlarged ovary itself cause migraines? I've had a mild one for 4 days now. I couldn't tell you where I am in my cycle but I think my hormones are all over the place because I've been snappy and irritable and tired and my skin's been really greasy for weeks. Is that something an enlarged ovary can cause? Thanks. more

Voting Question: Need Help With Some Serious Questions About Vbac Birth?

I asked my doctor about a vbac birth and he says it's a defiant possibility and they are going to check me closer to time and see if the baby is positioned right for an easy vaginal birth and we'll ultimately make our decision at that time. Anyways, my son born by c-section will only be 21 or 22 months old at that time, so it will not even be 2 years since my c-section. I'm wondering if my risk of uterine abruption (where the scar comes back open and can cause some very serious problems) if that risk goes way up if it has not been 2 years between your c-section and your vbac. I'm just wanting all the facts before I make my decision. I am wanting a 3rd child, and scared to death that they will end up having to do a hysterectomy and then I'll never have the chance at my 3rd =( Thanks for your answers. more

Voting Question: Tightness in Abdomin following Hysterectomy?

I had an abdominal hysterectomy four weeks ago. I have made a good recovery, but over the past few days I have had this feeling of tightness and bloating in my stomach. It feels like I have bricks in it, particularly towards the top of my stomach (waist level). I have no pain or bleeding and bowels and bladder are fine. Has anyone else had this following a hysterectomy or could anyone enlighten me at all. Thanks more

Voting Question: still having the same pain after hysterectomy?

I had a comp hysterectomy a little of two week ago with the Da Vinci, due to sever endometriosis. Today I started having the same pain in my lower abdominal like I was having before. I didn't know if anyone else has had this after a hysterectomy??? I have also been spotting a lot the last couple of days, I don't know if that has anything to do with the pain! Thanks more

Voting Question: I don't know what this is... Seriously guys no smart asses!?

Okay so my doctor told me last year at my pap smear that there was a way to check my cervix for bumps and she suggested that I do so ever 2 to 3 months since one of my grandmothers had to have a hysterectomy due to something with her cervix. Well a few months ago, I did so and noticed a bump on my cervix which is hard. I figured it was just a cyst or something cuz I hear girls can get those and I just let it go. Well, last week, I checked again and it was still there BUT I noticed there were clusters of bumbs around my cervix but not on it. I was like w t f? It feels like when a dog gets ticks and there are some on clusters but NOT THAT MANY there's like 20 or so but all together. Does anyone know what this could be??? I've only had about 4 sexual partners my whole life. All I was dating. Anyone have a clue what it could be? I already know to go to the doctor and I will but just to ease my mind until my appt... Any answers?O and I sometimes have pelvic pain more

Resolved Question: Is it possible for a lot of uterine tissue be left after a hysterectomy?

2 years ago I had a supracervical hysterectomy (still have cervix, ovaries, fallopian tubes). I recently had a few ultrasounds to try and sleuth out a reason for intermittent bleeding and the transabdominal image showed a mass of tissue 7 cm wide just above my cervix. My doctor, whom I usually trust, first acted puzzled but then declined to address it. When I asked if I should be concerned about it he told me that he didn't think it was anything. That if I had remaining uterine tissue, for instance, I would be bleeding more. PLUS, he was the one who had removed my uterus so there's no way that there'd be that much tissue left.I guess my real question is: Is it safe to assume that - because my doctor isn't alarmed - this 7 cm of "stuff" is nothing to worry about? more

Resolved Question: I cant stand working with my mom! Advice from anyone in the same situation?

Ok here it goes, I do no have the strongest relationship with my mom. My parents divorced when I was 12 and my brother was 11, when i was 14 my mother decided that it would be best for us to live with our dad as she wanted to remarry, and we were becoming "too much to deal with". I never truly forgave her for this, not because i had to live with my dad ( thank god! i was in fear of legendary nagging attacks every day when she would come home as the oldest son, she even resorted to calling the cops, because my younger brother had not picked up a to well in the bathroom before he went to school, this resulted in him being taken to a juvenile center for a scare you straight yelling from some worthless state employee, that made less than 1/4 of what dad takes home in a bad year, with my mom sitting there and crying like my lil brother was a gang member abusing her, and stealing cars or something. my little brother got straight a's and was on the wrestling team, he was 13 then! that was the end we were in my dads custody in less than 2 weeks after that. ) and it was great! gone were the nagging for no reason, my dad told us and expected us to get good grades, and act right, we did as we were told, he left us alone other than average parenting stuff "why were you out till then, you cant take the boat out until all your studying is done, etc, "and wanted us to have a fun remainder of growing up, as he had went to vietnam at 18, it was wonderful and we lived near water in a nice community. after college i took a usual job at a local insurance concern, also during high school i refused to see my mother for about the entire time minus the 5 weeks i lived with her during hs before we moved away. my brother got a wrestling scholarship and continues not to talk to my mother except for on his birthdays and occasionally when there is a death in her family, I was keeping with this same regiment of limited contact, until she had a cancer scare, followed by hysterectomy, followed by menopause, and seemed to show signs of finally backing off her hair trigger hot button, we have had the what happened when you were kids discussion several times. We developed a small relationship as she was also involved with insurance, having her own agency ( coincidence, and i'm not in sales at my concern ). One day she asked me if i wanted to make some extra cash doing some weekend sales as i had just bought a new to me home that needed a little more work than i had in mind. So I say sure whats one saturday a month? I could make a few hundred extra that i need a month maybe save for a deposit on a newer car as well. Anyhow as you can imagine things are turning sour, selling the product, getting customers, closing deals, no problem, dealing with my mom again, awful. She will call me at all hours of the day now just to talk, and i have a full time job, i cant talk, if i didnt answer her calls she leaves me voice mails that sound all depressed and sad, or blows my phone up with texts record is 23 in one day so far, even worse if she thinks i could have done a better job- meaning BEGGING for more premium from someone she will call them up and schedule another apt canceling my orig sale! her reason for this is very disturbing and creeps me out, she finds a way of relating her need for higher paychecks to how bad her marriage to my dad was, even 10+yrs and another husband later! All this has lead to me being fed up, I have only tried to make some extra cash, and wanted to try to form a relationship working for her but, it seems past issues are easily and " justifiably " interwoven into her day to day current life, and thought process, even though they happened 10+ yrs ago, if i don't call her right back i get the "you're just like your father" routine and lots of yelling. I only want to be at the office for another 2 weeks so i can hit the financial target i was aiming for and then discontinue our relationship. Also this is not odd for her, she has been married 4 times, divorced 3 and she and her current husband fight non-stop and usually ends with him grabbing golf clubs and staying out on the greens and ranges until midnight! She was prescribed lithium in late 2003 and it worked well until she decided that it didn't make her "feel right" so she stopped taking it. So the real question is is this a lost cause, and yes i was guilt tripped into feeling bad that i never talk to her, even worse if we went somewhere to eat she would order for me and if i didn't want it she will say things like "well you used to when you were a baby!" in front of wait staff and customers!! I'm 25!! Is she nuts? should I just walk away now? I may have resolved some of my own questions just by typing here, but has anyone else had something like this happen? How desperate for attention is she? Any advice? more

Voting Question: Hysterectomy or not!?

I just went to the doctor and had an ultrasound because of some problems that I have been having and just found out that I never had a hysterectomy! I still have my uterus and for 6 years I have been under the impression that I didn't have one. Unbelievable. So I'm wondering what is the statue of limitations for a malpractice lawsuit in missouri? more

Resolved Question: Abdominal Hysterectomy?

My wife will be having this procedure on Aug 27th im just really nervous. Any advise? more

Voting Question: what causes leakage from the breasts?

If you're not pregnant and have had a hysterectomy more

Open Question: Why do I have severe pain when I go poop?

48 year old female. My stomach has been hurting and shooting sharp pains for the last several weeks and has gotten worse. Now I have severe pain when I go poop. Last week, I was so uncomfortable no matter what position I was sitting in, I thought maybe it would help if I took a laxative to clear everything out. ( I go to the bathroom regularly, but thought maybe I wasn't emptying completely). It did not seem to help because the next day I am in pain again. Sometimes my stomach is very bloated starting from under my ribs all the way down and looks like I am about 6 months pregnant. The pain seems to generate from my right side, like around my right ovary area. ( I have had a partial hysterectomy about 10 years ago, but can't remember which ovary they took out). The pain sometimes wakes me up at night now. It is horrible, and if the sharp shooting pain lasted longer that a few seconds, I honestly would not be able to tolerate it. I feel like I still have a uterus and it is ripping out of me. Sometimes when I am in the middle of a conversation, the pain attack hits me quickly and I screech out loud which is embarrassing, but it comes on so fast and sharp, I am not prepared. I do have high pain tolerance, but this is insane. Does anyone have any idea what this could be? Oh, I do not have any blood in my stools, but I have noticed an indented line going down one side. sorry this sounds so gross.Update: Thank you for being so kind to respond. I went to the Dr.'s today, and she did a blood test and urine test. She also pressed in several areas on my stomach. One particular area where my ovary would be, about sent me through the ceiling. The test showed high white blood count and the urine was not great either. She sent me to the Emergency room for a cat scan. The hospital admitted me, took more blood, another urine test and did the cast scan. Alll came back normal. Took 8 hours. I am releived that it is not apendix or an ovary problem, but still don't know what it is. I was released, but right before hand when I was in a standing position talking to the nurse, the severe pain shot through my lower stomach and I about fell to the floor. The nurse told me to see about making an appt. on Monday to get a colonoscopy with my doctor. I am home now, and just had another severe bathroom experience. What in the world could this be? more

Voting Question: im scared about having my hysterectomy , how long did it take you to recover ?

im having it cos of fibroids xx im 38 xx2 years ago i already had fibroid removed , sterilization , lining of womb removed xxthanks hun xx more

Voting Question: Uterine fibroids...what did you do?

How old are you, did you have minor discomfort or major pain? Are you glad you had surgery? Trying to decide if I should have a hysterectomy or not. I'm 46 and in good general health. My doctor diagnosed me last year, at that time it was the size of a walnut, this year he simply said it is larger. He said I didn't have to decide right away, I could wait till next year unless I was in pain. I'm NOT in pain, but it IS uncomfortable. more

Resolved Question: Can I do vibroplate tipe excercises after a Hysterectomy?

I had a Hysterectomy on the 2nd of June 2010. Wondering if it will be save to go onto a Vibro plate again? more

Resolved Question: Chest pain & trouble breathing in a 20 something female?

I've had trouble with the above problem on & off for years. I get sharp chest pain & find it impossible to breath in fully therefore leaving me feeling really out of breath & heavy in the chest. It's the worst feeling ever & lasts for about a week at a time. I had severe endometriosis & polycystic ovaries for which I had a hysterectomy age 23. I used to get this problem at the time of the month quite badly & my consultant thought it maybe endometriosis in the thoracic region which is fairly uncommon. He said it was incredibly hard to detect so nothing was done about it. My hysterectomy was 5 years ago now & although it was mostly successful I'm about to undergo more surgery to remove endometriosis that has been able to flare up due to the HRT that I have to take because of my age. I'm suffering horrendously with the chest pain & trouble breathing in at the moment & am wondering if It could be on or around my lungs or if there could be adhesion's stopping my lungs fully inflating properly. It's the most scary thing ever. Once the symptoms start it's constant. Has anyone got any ideas of what could cause this problem? I haven't been to the Dr's as they would just look for signs of infection & say there was nothing they could see was wrong. I would love to get to the bottom of it as it's such a long standing problem. It lasts for a few days to around a week at a time then settles for a period of time. Any ideas of what could cause this type of problem would be great. Thank you. more

Voting Question: How long will it take to recover after vaginal hysterectomy?

I am having a vaginal hysterectomy (removal of uterus only). I'm curious how long it will take to be able to be up and around again? more

Voting Question: is an annual gyno exam necessary after a total hysterectomy?

I had a total hysterectomy in December and went back last month for my "annual" exam. I no longer need a pap because I don't have those parts anymore. Can anyone tell me the need to go every year anyway? I am 52 in good health, 5'2" and 120lbs. Everything was removed, I had endometriosis, adenomyosis, adhesions, and a non cancerous tumor. I just don't understand the need for an annual exam. more

Resolved Question: what to eAT FOR CONSTIPATION?

MY MOTHER Has had a HYSTERECTOMY AND THEY HAVE ALSO REPAIRED HER BLADDER BUT SHE IS NOW CONSTIPATED AND her doctor said its probably bc her muscles are still asleep anyone know of something she can eat or drink for this thank u more

Voting Question: If you can no longer get periods can you still be moody?

My mom got a hysterectomy, its been a while since the surgery and i still think she acts like a woman on pms with her out of nowhere mood swings. So, even though you dont get a period anymore do you still have the mood changes? or is that just me seeing things? more

Resolved Question: Organ Donor: Is this possible?

Okay we all know how the medical people can take a dead persons eyes & give them to a person on the waiting list & connect them in. But can they do this with any organ? Like if someone had a hysterectomy & wanted kids, could they get someone else's womb? Just wondering. more

Resolved Question: can a women be sexually aroused if she has had complete hysterectomy?

Voting Question: should i continue with HRT?

Should I continue taking HRT at 47,had hysterectomy at 31 more

Resolved Question: Breast Abscess 1 year post nursing...?

I havent nursed my son in over a year and all of a sudden I have a staph infection in both breast. I finished my first dose of clindamyacin and It didnt work, so I went to Urgent Care today cause my right breast was hurting again and that dr believes its turned into MRSA (possibly) So, he put me on Doxycyclene (sp?) and I had a BAD allergic reaction (hives up and down my arms) had to go back to the ER so they can get the hives off of me since my allergic to benadryl. So now im back on clindamyacin. Both breast are continuing to leak pus (staph) but what are the odds it can turn into staph that quickly??? Heres a little background info. I was hospitalized from 6/7-6/9 for a hysterectomy had a catheter for 3 weeks post surgery cause for some reason I couldn't urinate. So I know those are both reasons why I could have MRSA, but usually staph in the boobs is right after you breast feed, like I said I havent breast fed for over a year. more

Resolved Question: I have iron deficiency anemia. My doctor always believed it was due to my period, but?

I always told him I didn't have much blood loss during that time. I had a hysterectomy a year ago and I am still anemic. Not a clue why. Can someone shed some light on this? more

Resolved Question: Do spayed females have any form of hormone replacement therapy?

I know this might sound stupid but I've never had a female dog. After the spay surgery is carried out, is the dog put on any form of hormonal replacement therapy (similar to when a human females undergoes a hysterectomy or similar)? I'm presuming not (correct me if I'm wrong) so surely this affects the dog negatively? Hormones are delicate things and it is crucial to get the correct balance if the dog is to be healthy so to remove organs which are the primary "source" of certain hormones must be a shock on the dog's body. I know heat cycles are messy things but if I ever had a female dog I'm not sure I would spay her. I know pyometra etc is a worry but I do feel the long-term DISadvantages of spaying are being overlooked. more

Resolved Question: What age do u think is appropriate for a teenager to have hysterectomy?

Im 12 and is having life hard. I plan on not having kids. I want to have hysterectomy as soon as im 18 or whichever age. I see my period and mom does not care of believe me she is in-denial & refuses to buy me pads. What is the current age they use for hysterectomy's? and to remove the estrogen so a woman cannot go into menopause?.What is the age?. more

Resolved Question: i will be doing a vaginal hysterectomy and i would like to know how long the healing process takes?

Resolved Question: Does anyone know the name of this rare cancer?

This is important. I am in search of the name of this very rare female cancer. I have limited information on it, but need to know the name of it because it is genetic. Four women out of 3 generations have had it so far (that I know of) in my family. The cancer effects the female organs, specifically the ovaries at first. It is NOT the typical ovarian cancer. It is much more rare. Here are the specifics that I know: All of the women who have had it so far in my family have died from this cancer. They all had complete hysterectomies and the cancer spread to the rest of the female organs afterward. I know more about when my aunt was diagnosed. She was 15 at the time and got her period only once. She started filling out, gaining weight, her hair and nails were growing fast. My aunt seemed to be hitting a grow spurt; then died in a year (1969 or 1970). My grandmother does not remember the name of the cancer that took her daughter, mother, sister and her aunt. I really need to find out what this cancer is! If any of you have any information on this cancer please tell me. If you know what it is called, please tell me. It is a rare and genetic female cancer that first attacks the ovaries and spreads to other female organs once a hysterectomy is performed. It can (and possibly more often) attack women under the age of 50. more

Resolved Question: Trouble with HOT FLASHES!!?

I am 24 and just had a comp. Hysterectomy and taking hormones but having really bad hot flashes! Does anyone know anything that can help?? more

Resolved Question: Anesthesia question -- IV in neck?

I had general anesthesia 8/2 for a hysterectomy. Upon waking I have puncture marks on each side of my neck and the muscles surrounding the marks are unbelievable stiff and sore. I am assuming they put an IV in my neck. Does anyone know why they would they do this? How long will this pain last? Many thanks for responding. more

Resolved Question: At what price would you sell your uterus?

How much would someone have to pay you for you to have a partial (only uterus; ovaries left intact) hysterectomy? If this question offends you (or something) feel free not to answer. This isn't a serious question, it's hypothetical. Thanks.Yep. After death, we don't have use for our organs, might as well give them to the living. more

Resolved Question: Sex Problems (adults only)?

Im a healthy 26 year old woman. Im mostly happy in life, but I have one HUGE issue. I am not into sex. I mean when the sexual part of my relationship was new, it was great, but even then I was only really excited about sex for a few weeks. I just have a hard time getting into it. My mind is constantly wondering somewhere else, and it's starting to put a strain on my marriage; and fairly so. I know that some of the issue is my screwed up body image. I spend so much time trying to hide what I believe to be flaws, that I don't get into sex. My husband of course notices me doing this and that only adds to the irritation. It's not just that. By the time I get home I am tired and I don't feel like spending an hour or more having sex. And then there is the fact that my husband isn't interested in oral sex. I used to pride myself on being good at this, so he really put a damper on our sex life when he told me he wasn't all that into it. Beyond all this, sex kind of hurts me. I have always had some pain with sex, and have always had a hard time getting "wet", but after having a hysterectomy it is even worse. Because of this it is painful. If I tell my husband to use lube he feels like he is doing something wrong because he can't get me wet, so I just keep my mouth shut and bear the pain.I know this stuff seems childish, but it's really starting to interfere with my marriage and I need to figure something out. I could go to a sex therapist, but I will admit that this is really embarrassing and I don't know that I would be able to open up about it in person. I mean I know I am airing my dirty laundry so to speak on here, but I get to hide behind a computer here and no one ever sees me. If I go see someone I have to face them. It humiliates me to think that Im only 26 and I don't like sex. It's not normal. I don't want to talk to my husband about this because he already believes that he is doing something wrong. I don't want to make it worse. It really isn't him.Someone wanted measurements; let me say, Im not fat, my body issues are not because Im fat; Im 34d, 27 inch waist, and 5'5". I weigh about 137. I work out regularly as well. My issues stem back to problems from when I was younger and for this I should probably see a therapist, but I have never found that it did good to go talk to a therapist before more

Voting Question: no confirmed diagnosis of endometriosis, so should I care?

I'm 21 & was diagnosed in January with endometriosis. Since I was 16 I've had bad cramps that led me to the hospital once (age 16) & they diagnosed with me Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PIDs), when I was 17 I had my first ultrasound where they found 2 cysts. I was to come back the following month for another ultrasound but never did. My mom said there was nothing to worry about. About every 3 months I get TERRIBLE symptoms: cramps, fevers, diarrhea, abdominal pain, etc and my cramps even make it hard for me to walk. Then they started being every month, so I went back to the doctor in January (20 yr old) ---I still did my yearly check up but never followed dr. orders for ultrasound every time--- she had me get the ultrasound there in the office that day where they found 2 cysts. She said I have the symptoms of endometriosis, but the only way to confirm is to have surgury and unless I want to get pregnant & show signs of infertility that insurance wont cover it. She wanted me to start birth control (I'm abstinent, so there was no point in being on it before) to help with hormones, and to get regular check ups and ultrasounds. I did not follow doctors orders, because I just don't care. This lady at work told me she had it & was diagnosed too late & they had to remove her ovaries. Of course I don't want a hysterectomy, but at the same time I don't want monthly dr visits, medication, or surgery. Is putting it off ok? As long as I watch for signs I won't die from it.... I should be fine, right? more

Voting Question: diagnosed with endometriosis, should I care?

Resolved Question: I am bleeding after Comp. Hysterectomy?? PLEASE HELP?

Hi Im 24 and last week I had a comp. Hysterectomy with the Da Vinci robot, and today I started bleeding.. This is heavier then any period I have EVER had and I'm not having any pain!! I know after your surgery they tell you spotting and light bleeding is normal and for the first couple of day I had some spotting and stuff. So what do you think is going on and do you think i should go to the ER tonight?? Any help is appreciated more

Resolved Question: am I being too emotional about this?

I am twenty seven and have been diagnosed w/ endometriosis. I have had a laporscopy, and tried pain medication to relieve my symptoms as well as birth control pill among other therapies used to treat the illness. My dr recently wanted to start me on new medication call Lupron or one called Zolodex, however my ins. will not approve them because they do not believe they are medically necessary. Both medications would put me in a temporary menopause to stop my hormones. (endo grows faster w/ hormones) Since I can not get my ins to approve it I have decided to go ahead w/ a hysterectomy (another treatment for endo). I have put it off thus far, but realize it is probably where I will end up anyways. I do have two children, but am still uncomfortable w/ the fact I will never be able to have another one, even though it is unlikely w/ my illness. I have been really upset and no one can understand why. It seems everyone around thinks I should just suck it up and get it done and over with. And none of them can understand this will not cure it! It just slows the growth. I feel I will be different some how or my relationship w/ my husband will be different after the surgery. I feel like I will "loose" a piece of myself. Should I feel the way I do or am I just overreacting?The reason I don't pay for the meds myself is because one is about 1500 a month and the other is 250, which I can not afford like most ppl. more

Resolved Question: Had an abnormal pap smear come back a week ago so they...?

had me come in for an endometrial biopsy Has anyone else had this and what was your outcome? Family history of both my mother and my sister needing hysterectomies due to endometrial cancerYeah my cervical biopsy came back positive which is why they did the endometrial biopsy - this just sucks royally more

Resolved Question: Can I get a hysterectomy if there is a high risk of ovarian cancer in my family?

When women in my family get to a certain age they tend to develop tiny tumors in their ovaries and end up getting a hysterectomy. Can I get one if I am at a high risk? more

Resolved Question: Is open heart by-pass surgery perhaps becoming a fad?

I can remember when a sore throat invited a tonsillectomy. A stomach ache normally led to an appendectomy and so many females had hysterectomies. more

Resolved Question: Question for ladies going through the menopause?

I am going through an early menopause due to a hysterectomy and have noticed that i can no longer wear perfume as it smells horrible on me, probably due to hormonal changes. Anyone else had this problem or anything like it ? more

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