During a hysterectomy the uterus is removed by the surgeon. There are several types of treatment that can be tried before the surgery is recommended, as a final approach. There are different types of hysterectomy performed for different conditions so you might just have your uterus removed, but ovaries, tubes and cervix may also be taken.

The most common reason for having a hysterectomy is extreme period symptoms in an older woman. There are a range of other reason from endometriosis and prolapse to cancers and pelvic inflammatory disease. Your doctor will explain why you have been advised to have the procedure.

There are two ways to perform this surgery; they are vaginal and abdominal. The recovery time after a vaginal hysterectomy is often short and with less pain because there has been no incision or stitches. This hysterectomy method is not suitable for all women and her condition and level of general health are taken into consideration.

You should be prepared for some pain after the surgery, particularly if you had an abdominal hysterectomy. Analgesics are administered in the hospital to give relief; a catheter is usually inserted during the surgery for urine to pass and this will remain in place for 24 to 48 hours.

After a day or so of bed rest, you will be allowed up and you need to walk for a while each day. This walking soon after surgery is to limit the occurrence of blood clots. The stay in hospital for women who have had a vaginal hysterectomy is 3 or 4 days; for those who have had an adbominal hysterectomy, it is closer to one week.

You will continue your recovery at home for 6 to 8 weeks so that your body can heal and you can regain your strength. Arrange someone to help you during your recovery period so you can avoid any heavy lifting, stretching or bending.

There will be certain symptoms you can expect during recovery. Speak to the doctor if the normal vaginal discharge or bleeding continues for more than two weeks. After a hysterectomy, some women will have menopause-type symptoms, lasting for a few days to a week. Some of the symptoms you may have are confusion, anxiety, sweating, hot flushes and emotional distress. Some women, whose symptoms persist, are prescribed HRT (hormone replacement therapy) by their doctors.

A hysterectomy will not affect your sex drive, except in a positive way. However, if your ovaries have been removed, you may experience vaginal dryness, which can be helped by using a vaginal lubricant or taking estrogen. You should abstain from sexual intercourse for 6 weeks after your hysterectomy, to allow your body to heal.

Any emotional symptoms you feel after your surgery will be short-lived. These symptoms don’t last very long because most women feel so much better in themselves. Your doctor is the person to ask about any concerns you have about symptoms that seem to be staying with you. The internet can provide more information on hysterectomy recovery, Complete Hysterectomy and Radical Hysterectomy.

After a few eeks at home, start going for a short walk to regain fitness and maintain your normal weight. It is important to take it easy at first, but you can increase your time and distance every few days. This light exercise will speed your recovery and help to prevent boredom. Recovery from a hysterectomy cannot be rushed; you will be tired and you need the full recovery period to regain your strength.

THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVISE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR!

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