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Definition

A hysterectomy is a surgical removal of the uterus, resulting in the inability to become pregnant (sterility). It may be done through the abdomen or the vagina .


Other Names

Vaginal hysterectomy; Abdominal hysterectomy; Supracervical hysterectomy; Radical hysterectomy; Removal of the uterus



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    I had a hysterectomy 2 years ago and i woke up this morning with bleeding and large blood clots. What could cause this?...

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    After a vaginal hysterectomy, can the walls of the vagina become rough and bumpy-like?

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    I had a Left Adnexal Mass in 1985 in 1998 uterine fibroids is there any connection to me having to have a hysterectomy?

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What Is a Hysterectomy?
I am 60 year old. My doctor told me I night need to undergo a...

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove a woman's uterus (womb). In some cases, the ovaries and fallopian tubes also are removed. These organs are located in a woman ...

Asked by YoungGranny - 4 months ago

If I Have a Hysterectomy, Will I Go Through Menopause?
I am 40 years old and my Doctor said I have to have a Hysterectomy....

Menopause is different for every woman, whether she s had a hysterectomy or not. After a partial hysterectomy, you re likely to experience a normal perimenopause and...

Asked by Earley - 5 months ago

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Hysterectomy?
I maybe looking at a Toatle Hysterectomy in a few months and I was just...

I had a total hysterectomy at 30 years old, I am now 35. Dr. said 6 to 8 weeks to get back to "normal". I went back to work after...

Asked by sunsetts00 - 17 months ago

how long after hysterectomy did you notice the hormones change?
How long after a total hysterectomy did you notice the loss of hormones. I...

As I don"t know your age or whether you"re married or not it"s hard to know how to answer your question. I had a total hysterectomy 25yrs ago, & I...

Asked by monaj99 - 1 month ago

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  • How is hysterectomy useful?

    Do some searching on the internet to find out the pros and cons of a hysterectomy... This would be a good place to start, www.ahealthyme.com/topic/hysterectomy There is alot of things to think about and everyone's situation...

  • How long is the recovery time for a hysterectomy?

    * Abdominal -- Complete recovery usually takes four to eight weeks. You will gradually be able to increase your activities. * Vaginal or laparoscopic -- Most women are able to return to normal activity in one...

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Condition Members Success
Cervical Cancer 66 97%
Endometriosis 11 91%
Hysterectomy 13 100%
HPV 4 100%
Ovarian Cancer 2 100%

Overall, 97% (96 members) find Hysterectomy helpful.