<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hysterectomy surgery: it sounds serious and you\u2019d be lying if you said you were not worried. After all, the removal of all or part of your reproductive organs is not something that anyone takes lightly and hysterectomy surgery is considered a major surgery. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n But <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Surgery <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Your surgeon and your doctors take your condition seriously and there are good reasons for their advice. After surgery, your symptoms are likely to be more manageable and your quality of life is likely to be better than what you are experiencing now. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Let <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n There are a number of reasons why you <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n When you and your doctor have decided that <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Your <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n A laparoscopic hysterectomy is often <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Your surgeon will make up to four small incisions in your abdomen. A laparoscope (a thin tube with a light and camera) inserted into one of the incisions will allow your surgeon to see your reproductive organs on a screen, while the other incisions enable access for surgical instruments. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This type of surgery is more extensive than the others. Your surgeon will make a horizontal incision across the pubic hair line but occasionally, a vertical incision is also necessary. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The type of surgery you will undergo depends on your diagnosis because different conditions require different types of surgery. The different types of hysterectomy surgery include:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n During <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This procedure removes one or both ovaries along with the uterus. The reason for this type of surgery is usually ovarian cancer or a high risk of ovarian cancer that justifies the possible complications and side effects. It is likely to cause early menopause in pre-menopausal women. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n During a radical hysterectomy, the surgeon <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The <\/p>\n <\/p>\n If <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n No <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Many women assume that a hysterectomy <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In many cases, you do still need to have cervical screening,<\/a> especially if your hysterectomy was for the treatment of cancer. Your doctor will advise you if you no longer need to have regular cervical checks. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Your recovery time will depend upon <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hysterectomy surgery is a big decision with life-changing consequences. <\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hysterectomy surgery: it sounds serious and you\u2019d be lying if you said you were not worried. After all, the removal of all or part of your reproductive organs is not something that anyone takes lightly and hysterectomy surgery is considered a major surgery. 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\nif you are suffering from a painful condition or you have received a diagnosis
\nof serious illness, it might be the best option. <\/p>\n
\nis a big step to take and it\u2019s OK to feel scared, apprehensive or unsure if it\u2019s
\nthe right thing for you to do. <\/p>\nDon\u2019t
\nbe afraid to ask questions about your hysterectomy surgery<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"yellow](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/roadmumma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/icon-354009_1280.png?resize=234%2C234&ssl=1\"){kind=icon}
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\nyour doctor guide you through the procedure and don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions.
\nHysterectomy surgery is major surgery and you need to be well-informed so that
\nyou are comfortable with committing to such a big decision. <\/p>\nReasons for having hysterectomy surgery<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nmight need a hysterectomy and they include the following conditions:<\/p>\n\n
\nthe ovaries, uterus, cervix or fallopian tubes<\/li>\n
\noccur when uterine cells are found on surrounding organs and tissue)<\/li>\n
\nthe reproductive organs or pelvic area are the most common causes).<\/li>\n
\nendometriosis, adenomyosis or infection.<\/li>\n
\ncells grow in the muscle layer of the uterus, causing painful heavy bleeding)<\/li>\n
\nin number or size<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHysterectomy surgery explained: Which type of procedure will your doctor use? <\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\na hysterectomy is the best option for you, you will undergo one of the
\nfollowing procedures:<\/strong><\/p>\n1. Vaginal Hysterectomy<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nsurgeon will make an incision in the upper part of your vagina, allowing your
\nuterus to be removed through the incision. This is the preferred surgery for
\nnon-cancerous conditions because it is less painful and the recovery time is
\nshorter. There is also no visible scarring. <\/p>\n2. Laparoscopic Hysterectomy<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nperformed for fibroids, painful or heavy periods, severe pelvic pain, or as
\npart of cancer treatment. <\/p>\n3. Abdominal Hysterectomy<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
\ntype of surgery is most common when treating cancer, extensive fibroids, or
\nendometriosis. <\/p>\nHysterectomy types: What\u2019s the
\npurpose of your surgery?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"woman](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/roadmumma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/person-3291350_1920.jpg?resize=1024%2C684&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nHysterectomy with Ovarian Conservation<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/strong>Sometimes known as a total hysterectomy, this is one of the most common hysterectomy surgeries. It involves the removal of the uterus, fallopian tubes and the cervix, while the ovaries remain intact. It is often used to treat bleeding disorders. <\/p>\nPartial or Sub-total Hysterectomy<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nthis surgery, the surgeon removes the upper two-thirds of the uterus, along
\nwith the fallopian tubes, leaving the cervix intact. <\/p>\nHysterectomy with Oophorectomy <\/strong><\/h3>\n
Radical or Wertheim’s Hysterectomy<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nremoves the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, surrounding lymph nodes and the
\nupper section of the vagina. The most common reason for
\nthis type of surgery is cancer of the reproductive organs. <\/p>\n How long does a hysterectomy surgery take?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nlength of time the surgery takes depends upon the type of procedure and the
\ncomplexity of your condition. <\/p>\n
\nall goes to plan, an abdominal or vaginal surgery usually takes 1 \u2013 1 1\/2 hours,
\nwhile a laparascopic procedure may take up to 1 hour and 40 minutes. <\/p>\nWhat to expect after surgery<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n
\noffered pain relief)<\/li>\n
\nare in hospital<\/li>\n
\nhours unless you suffered bladder trauma during surgery and it needs to stay in
\nlonger. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHysterectomy complications<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nsurgery is without risk and complications can occur. Hysterectomy risks are
\nrare but still need to be considered before you undergo surgery. Some of the possible
\ncomplications include:<\/p>\n\n
Hysterectomy side effects<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nside effects of a hysterectomy vary according to the type of surgery and
\nwhether you are pre-menopausal or post-menopausal when you have the surgery.
\nThey can include:<\/p>\n\n
Do you still need cervical screening after a hysterectomy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nmeans they have no need for cervical screening in the future. <\/p>\n
\nthe type of surgery that you had. For laparascopic surgery, recovery time is
\nshorter and there are fewer restrictions on what you can do. For more invasive
\nsurgery, you will need to allow around 6 weeks for complete recovery. <\/p>\nTips for recovery from hysterectomy surgery<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\nLook after yourself with these tips:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n
Hysterectomy Surgery: a Big Decision for a Better Life<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nBut once you have weighed up the options, it might turn out to be the best
\nthing you can do to improve your symptoms and quality of life. Talk to your
\ndoctor, take your time, and think of the positive things that could arise from
\ntaking this step. <\/p>\n