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Hysterectomy

A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. This can be done for a variety of reasons, including treatment for cancer.

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Are your bones really fragile after a hysterectomy?

There has been some research done which seems to show that an oopherectomy in pre-menopausal women can lead to threat of osteoporosis. It is the female hormones that the ovaries produce that serve to protect bones. As we age, the hormones decline and our bones become more brittle.

Does one age faster after hysterectomy?

There is no direct evidence that a hysterectomy itself causes a person to age faster. However, if the surgery involves the removal of the ovaries (oophorectomy), it can lead to an early onset of menopause, which may accelerate age-related changes due to hormonal shifts. These changes can affect various aspects of health, including bone density and cardiovascular health, potentially giving the impression of accelerated aging. It's essential for individuals to discuss any concerns with their healthcare provider to understand the implications of the procedure.

What if a ovary taken out is this considered a partial hysterectomy?

The removal of an ovary via surgery is called an oopherectomy, an hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.

What kind hormones would they put you on after a hysterectomy with one ovary left?

They may not put you on any hormones. The remaining ovary will be enough to make the hormones you need. The doctors will need to do blood tests one in awhile.

Can you have a full hysterectomy if you have a tooth infection?

Unless it is an emergency, you should not have any kind of surgery with any kind of infection. Talk to the doctor about getting the tooth infection and perhaps even the cause of the infection, cleared up before scheduling your hysterectomy. If the surgery needs to be done immediately, it is important the doctor know about the tooth infection prior to the surgery.

Are hysterectomies hereditary?

Depends on the reason you have to have one. If it's because of lots of bleeding or damage done to it during childbirth then it's a no. But if it's due to the breast cancer gene for instance it can be that you are a carrier since that gene is hereditary.

Had a hysterectomy while a virgin am I still a virgin?

Yes you are still a virgin if you had a hysterectomy.

Spotting blood 10 months after total hysterectomy causes?

blood is located in only one compartment in the body, the blood vessels, no where else. if you happen to see blood in your vaginal area, then blood vessels in that area has ruptured, causing the leak... having hysterectomy rules out the uterus as the cause of the leak(bleeding).... you can check my other articles in internal medicine in this site lowellmd202.blogspot.com

What is salpingo represents in the word salpingopathy?

salping = fallopian tubes. The pathy is the patholocical findings by the pathologist

Is it possible to go through menopause at age 26 if you only have one ovary?

Just because you have one ovary, does not mean the time period that your body deems necessary for carrying children shortens. Although rare, early menopause is possible and has many causes. Severe medications, and drugs used for cancer treatment such as chemotherapy have been known to be a factor in early menopause. Regardless of the cause, if you haven't had a period for more than three months your best bet is to check it out with your gyno.

Is Spaying a complete Hysterectomy?

Spaying is the term for neutering female animals. Hysterectomy comes from the greek hyster (womb) ectomy ( cutting out of). Italso dpends on your definition of complete hysterectomy. Hysterectomy is removal of uterus. Total Hyst removal uterus and cervix. Removal of ovaries and fallopian tubes is a total hysterectomy with salpingo oopherectomy (either unilateral or blateral.

Why would you have cyst on both ovaries after a partial hysterectomy?

A hysterectomy only removes the uterus and cervix. The ovaries remain in place, still prone to cysts.*

* The only way to prevent this would be an oophorectomy (surgical removal of the ovaries). Unfortunately, this causes the immediate onset of menopause, and is the reason that it isn't done as a matter of course.

Do women with hysterectomy have g spots?

Yep, sure do. G-spot isn't part of the uterus, it's a bit further towards the door than the rest of the baby factory.

Can you heavy lifting after 6 wks of having a hysterectomy?

If you had an abdominal then you should wait until your wounds including internal stitches have completely healed as you don't want to pulling them apart. Start gradually as six weeks is the MINIMUM recommended time before lifting anything heavy. If in doubt ask your doctor/surgeon.

Will i gain weight after a partial hysterectomy?

I had a partial hysterectomy eight years ago and I did not gain any weight. I have always exercised and I take good care of myself. Your stomach may get a little bigger from the surgery, but it should go away after a few month's did not have any problems.

A 50 years old woman with a partial hysterectomy can produce eggs?

Providing that the ovaries have not been removed nor you have not gone through the menopause then technically yes although they cannot be fertilised nor become viable without a uterus

What kind of scar does hysterectomy leave?

Depend on type. Abdominal scar is either lateral or horizontal across/down abdomen usually 4-6 inches. Laproscopic depends on number of ports used 1 to 4 and each scar will be about 4-6 cms

Can anyone get a hysterectomy?

The first and pretty much only requirement for a hysterectomy is having a uterus. Having said that most doctors will not perform a hysterectomy without a medical reason (although if you have the time and money anything is possible).

Why does patient who just had total abdominal hysterectomy experience activity intolerance?

If you have jusy had a TAH then you will be feeling very sore as this is major surgery. For the first few weeks you will not feel like doing too much and you should take things very easily as you do not want to undo the surgeons work by opening up the stitches. The body is a wondrous thing and tells you when you are doing too much so listen to it and inactivity will gradually subside.

Had hysterectomy can you carry a fetus?

If you have had a total hysterectomy, the answer is No.....you no longer have a womb in which to carry a developing fetus. The only exception to this would be an ectopic pregnancy, which occurs when a fertilized egg lodges itself in the fallopian tubes & begins to develop there, but this is usually non-viable.