Hysterectomy Side Effects?

Hysterectomy Side Effects?
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i didnt know there were side effects to hysterectomyIf your ovaries are not removed, you will continue to have hormone changes like you did with your periods, but you will not have bleeding. A small number of women, hysterectomy may be followed by one of more of the following problems: unwanted weight gain, constipation, fatigue, unexplained pelvic pain, and premature menopause, even when the ovaries are not removed.

If your ovaries are removed, you will go through changes like menopause. These might include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, night sweats, mood swings, or other symptoms.

Other side effects of hysterectomy are similar to the side effects for any type of surgery. If you work outside the home, you will need to be off for several weeks, how long depends on the type of hysterectomy you have and your doctor's orders. You will need help with routine activities such as child care, shopping, and housework.

Effects of anesthesia: The doctor will give you anesthesia so you will not feel pain during the operation. You may feel moody, tired, or weak for a few days after anesthesia. You also may feel a little sick to your stomach (nausea) after anesthesia. The doctor usually can give you something to help settle your stomach.

Infections: As with any type of operation, there is always a risk of infection. If you do get an infection, your doctor will give you medicine to treat it.

Too much bleeding: There is always a risk that you might bleed too much during an operation and need a transfusion. Ask your doctor if you should donate some of your own blood before the operation or if someone should give blood for you.

Damage to nearby organs: It is possible that during the operation a part of your body near the uterus might be damaged. Although this is unlikely, you should ask your doctor what might happen if an organ is damaged.

Taking care of yourself after this surgery is crucial to healing properly and it is usually 4-6 weeks of following your doctor's orders on what you can and cannot do and this depends on each individual and their lifestyle.

Hope this helps.

Are There Any Side Effects of a Hysterectomy?
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Well, the gas that is used to raise your abdomen can cause pain and can get pretty painful, but it goes away in several days. If you mean gas as in farting, I have never heard of it happening. I hope you find out about it because I am going to have my uterus removed and want some testimonies of the experience.I don't know how far post op you are. I had pain in my left lower abdomen for weeks afterward. I'm gassy to begin with, so I can't blame it on the hys. I love, love, love being free of my uterus! I was done with it, and it was harassing me so I had it taken out. 6 weeks recovery time, but totally worth it!

Good luck,
~midwyfe

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