I have to have a hysterectomy

[golfgal]

It is a tough thing to go through but look on the bright side NO MORE PERIOD!!! A friend had one done about 5 years ago and lost 20 lbs. She was upset about it and well past the age of wanting more kids but after she lost the weight, she was thrilled.

 

[YourMajesty]

Hoping all goes well with your surgery.

 

[DisOrBust]

I just got done with a continuing ED class on Gyn Cancers and after that I basically wanted everthing ripped out,lol!!

But...you will have that benefit. Are they taking your ovaries as well? Something to consider if you have any history of Breast or Ovarian cancer in the family...just an FYI....

 

[Caropooh]

I had a total hysterectomy in April. I'm 44 and knew I was done having children. I was having pelvic pain and the doctors couldn't figure out why. We were hoping the hysterectomy would cure it and it did.
This is a good site http://www.hystersisters.com/ for before, during and after surgery. Alot of vey good info and support.
Good Luck!

 

[luvwinnie]

I also have endo. I had 2 laps in my early 20s and since then (37 now) have just stayed on BC Pill and so far so good...but I know one day I have to come off the Pill and the pain will be back. My mom had to have a hyst. also due to it.

I wish all the best!

 

[Feralpeg]

Prior to my hysterectomy, I lived on Ibuprofen. I would take two every four hours day in, day out. I would maybe have one week a month without bleeding and pain. The hysterectomy was the best thing I ever did. No, the surgery wasn't fun and it did take me longer to bounce back than I thought it would (I was 51 when I had the surgery), but life without pain is wonderful!

Look at it as an excuse to kick back and relax!

 

[PaulaSue]

hugs...

 

[grlpwrd]

My mom had a hysterectomy because she had severe recurrent polyps. It was very hard on her at the time and I visited her in the hospital every day, but she's doing so much better and she has no pain now.

GL and best wishes to you!

 

[klmall]

I was much older when I had my hysterectomy but like some others have said, it was truly the healthiest decision for me too! I had lived with endometriosis since my first periods, cysts and pain so severe I could hardly stand up at times. After surgery to help me conceive our wonderful son it was an uphill battle just to keep going. And with perimenopause approaching all the symptoms became far worse! Finally when the endo invaded my bladder and I was also diagnosed with fibroids I gave in and had my hysterectomy.

Wow! What a difference! No more pain when I ran. No more fear of a cyst bursting suddenly etc. I like to canoe, camp, hike etc. and I could do so without worry of all the hassles. No more anemia and pain pills! I am far healthier now.

Yes, I never got to have that second baby and endo did probably take that opportunity from me but I do have a wonderful son and now, my good health. Some women do have hysterectomies needlessly but I was definitely NOT one of them and you sound like one of them too!

Good luck and let us know how it turns out!

Kathy

 

[djcruz4fun]

Sorry to hear you need surgery my DW had a Hysterectomy this past year I'll send her this way.

 

[rnd4life]

I am so touched by all the well wishes from everyone. Thank you, truly, from the bottom of my heart. I have talked to my DH almost nonstop about this surgery, how I feel, etc. He is very sweet and listens intently, but I know he just doesn't understand how I feel.

I had surgery in Jan. 04 to remove my left ovary because of a large 6cm cyst. The right ovary at the time, was in good condition. According to my last US, there are several cysts on the remaining ovary now and little by little, after I finished 6 months of the Lupron Depot shot, my pain is coming back.

The endo invaded my bladder, both ovaries, ligaments to the uterus and was even found on my appendix before I had that removed in November of 04. I know this is the right decision for me and I look forward to a normal, pain free life once I am healed from the surgery.

I have opted to wait until after the holidays so I am looking to have this done in just about a month.
Thanks again to all of you who have offered links to websites, advice, hugs and support. It means more than I can say.

 

[princessariel]

Prayers and pixiedust to you!

I just went back to work last week, after having my hysterectomy. At 30 I was diagnosed with cancer and my treatment was radiation. Now 22 years later, I had a biopsy that showed precancerous cells. So my hysterectomy took place on Sept. 20th by a wonderful oncology ob/gyn in Pittsburg, Dr. W.Christopherson. Everything was removed and there was no cancer found. It took me a little longer to get back to work than normal because of the radiation I had. It took longer to heal. I also found out I'm allergic to most pain killers. The morphine turned my whole body bright red and swollen. Vicodan gave me hives. I feel pretty good now. I get tired alot but not much pain. Good thing, we leave for WDW tomorrow morning.

 

[Pop Daddy]

everything is gonna be ok

 

[Serena]

You will be so glad when it's all over, you'll be wondering why you let yourself get so upset.

Hang in there, you'll be alright.

 

[MinnieM3]

I'm so sorry. It must be so difficult. I hope you have as easy a recovoery as possible.

 

[lucyanna girl]

Just a word of advice from someone who did not listen - Take it easy until your body has recovered! We moved 3 weeks after I had a total hysterectomy. I have always been "Superwoman", able to grit my teeth and overcome pain to do what needed doing. Well, I did and boy did I ever pay for it. It took an entire year before I felt really well again. So do what I say, not what I did. Take good care of you and give your self a good rest afterwards. Good Luck.

 

[lovetheparks]

Prayers and pixiedust to you!

I just went back to work last week, after having my hysterectomy. At 30 I was diagnosed with cancer and my treatment was radiation. Now 22 years later, I had a biopsy that showed precancerous cells. So my hysterectomy took place on Sept. 20th by a wonderful oncology ob/gyn in Pittsburg, Dr. W.Christopherson. Everything was removed and there was no cancer found. It took me a little longer to get back to work than normal because of the radiation I had. It took longer to heal. I also found out I'm allergic to most pain killers. The morphine turned my whole body bright red and swollen. Vicodan gave me hives. I feel pretty good now. I get tired alot but not much pain. Good thing, we leave for WDW tomorrow morning.

You may have a surgery buddy here. At my appt this morning, my GYN recommended it. I've had issues for years, just had a D&C in October and that just made it worse.

I'm glad though that it's now and not a year ago because we are secure in the fact that we were done trying for a child (after 11 years and 2 losses)

Good Luck to you.