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What Happens During Hysterectomy Surgery?

Article Category: Womens Interest

Author Name: Janet Golighty

The surgical procedure of a hysterectomy removes the uterus. Surgery is usually the last option when the other viable treatments have failed in alleviating the symptoms. Your condition will determine which type of hysterectomy your doctor will perform and exactly which organs are to be removed.

There are numerous reasons why a hysterectomy needs to be performed, but the most common is painful, heavy periods in a woman passed her child-bearing years. There are a range of other reason from endometriosis and prolapse to cancers and pelvic inflammatory disease. Ask for a full explanation from the doctor of the reasons why you need a hysterectomy.

Your doctor may do the surgery through the vagina or an incision across your abdomen. Recovery is usually faster and less painful with a vaginal procedure because it doesn't involve an incision and stitches. The reason for the need for surgery, the general health of the patient and her age are all factors that will be considered to assess a woman's suitability for this method.

You will probably have some pain after your hysterectomy; more so if you had an abdominal procedure. During a hysterectomy, often the doctor inserts a catheter to help pass urine for the first twenty four to forty eight hours, and you will be offered analgesics for any pain.

You will be kept in bed for the first day and then encouraged to walk around a little each day. Walking reduces the risk of blood clots forming in the legs. 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.

Your body needs time to heal so make sure you allow at least six weeks, maybe eight, to regain your strength. During this time, you should rest and lifting, stretching and heavy housework.

Expect to have some symptoms during your recovery period. Expect some vaginal bleeding or discharge for a week or ten days; ask your doctor about it if you are concerned. Some women experience menopause symptoms, which last a few days. These symptoms include sweating, hot flashes, anxiety, confusion and teariness. If these symptoms continue, your doctor may prescribe hormone replacement therapy.

Your libido will not be adversely affected by having a hysterectomy. Vaginal dryness is a common symptom in patients who have had their ovaries removed, but this can be relieved with vaginal lubricants or HRT. You should abstain from sexual intercourse for 6 weeks after your hysterectomy, to allow your body to heal.

Some women experience psychological and emotional symptoms after hysterectomy, including a sense of loss or feeling less of a woman, especially younger women. Because the majority of women feel so much stronger these few symptoms quickly fade. If you find that some of these issues are continuing, ask your doctor for advice. A physicians can always give you good information on hysterectomy recovery, Laparoscopic Hysterectomy and Radical Hysterectomy.

Three weeks after you come home, start having a daily short walk to improve your fitness and enhance your recovery. Don't overdo it in the beginning, but gradually increase the length of your daily walk. Light, frequent exercise like this will help your full recovery. It is important not to push yourself; you will need the full 6 weeks for a full recovery and many women require 8 weeks.

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