Were you worried about growing a beard after your hysterectomy?
A hysterectomy is the removal of your uterus, and not having a uterus will not cause you to grow a beard. Facial hair in women is the result of conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS),...
View ArticleHow did you deal with v-zone discomfort?
The pain and discomfort of vaginal dryness can leave you hesitant to engage in sexual intercourse. And if you do try, it may be too painful and cause more bleeding–definite mood killers. Menopause can...
View ArticleHow did you communicate your needs to your husband for your hysterectomy?
Some nervous pre-op women sense that as their surgery date draws nearer, their spouse appears to “emotionally check out.” Unsupportive, nonchalant, disinterested, unconcerned—all these terms have been...
View ArticleDid you bleed following your hysterectomy?
After a hysterectomy, you can continue to have menstrual cycles, complete with PMS, but you will not experience a period, or monthly bleeding. Here is why. Your menstrual cycle involves both your...
View ArticleHow do you maintain healthy bones during menopause?
Menopause brings many changes to your body – even to your bones. Sadly many women don’t realize there’s an issue with their bones until a minor fall results in a trip to the emergency room for a broken...
View ArticleHave you had an anal fissure? How did your fissure heal?
An anal fissure is a small tear in the tissue of the anus. Anal fissures usually cause painful bowel movements and bright red blood on the toilet paper when wiping. Since fissures can be caused or...
View ArticleWere you eligible to use the Family Medical Leave Act for your Hysterectomy?...
Generally speaking, if your employer has 50 or more full-time employees, or if it fits the definition of a “public agency” (generally a governmental agency), you are covered by the Family Medical Leave...
View ArticleDid you experience prolapse following your hysterectomy? Were you worried...
Having a hysterectomy does not mean you will develop pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in the future. Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the organs and structures in the pelvic region weaken and fall, and...
View ArticleHow does menopause affect your bones?
When you think of bones, you might think of solid, hard objects. After all, they are the framework for your body. But your bones, as living tissues, are constantly changing. And rather than being solid...
View ArticleDid you have pelvic pain following your hysterectomy? Did you have either...
IC stands for Interstitial Cystitis, which is also known as painful bladder syndrome. Symptoms of IC include intense pelvic pain, a persistent urgent need to urinate, many small urinations throughout...
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