What Happens When a Woman Loses Her Uterus?

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[@osmosisjones4912]

How prot fetuscides compare fetuscide and abortion to vasectomy. When having tubes tied is female version of vasectomy. Isn't child support much to the abortion fetuscide iss for men

[@joobletmaster5000]

Don't use social phrases to describe anatomy. You should change the title to "What Happens When Someone Loses Their Uterus" because obviously, we all know other people have them.

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

@@joobletmaster5000 Only women have uteruses. You need a biology lesson. No one cares what weirdos pretend to be in their minds.

[@siobhangarrick1994]

Are you able to do a video of how the ear nose and throat are connected and how they become infected with viruses and bacteria. Also one about CMT (Charcot Marie Tooth Disease) regarding the brain and peripheral nerves becoming damaged. The CMT one would mean a lot to me as I personally suffer from this condition. Also I’d love to see a brain with the spinal cord and the nerves.

[@tammypmartin3460]

I tried clicking on the link and it won't go to the site at all

[@therealnancycarol]

At 75, with uterine cancer, I had a total hysterectomy. I was partially incontinent, no change. Orgasms are the same. Nothing else is different. Been wanting this done since i was 18. No medication or hormones and nothing else has changed. I have a long scar from below the bellybutton to pubic area, which healed up nicely, as far as i know. Gaining weight makes it look like a butt in front! It's fine. I'm alive, feeling good, losing weight and enjoying life without pain once again. Best thing that could have happened! 💕💕💕

[@boogiebear3095]

Best wishes for you.

[@heatherwingate9739]

I myself had a total hysterectomy at 38 due to cancer. No meds or hormones because of the type of cancer. I was worried how it would affect me but so far the worst side effect is the hot flashes. Anyways I’m just happy to be alive and be able to finish raising my kids. I really hope I get to see grandkids one day

[@nil1473]

Learnt something new today...females having interest in orgasms at 75, I used to think, females lose interest in sex(doesn't have any sexual /masturbation pleasuring urges) at a quite an early age , compared to men.. Thank you for educating us & for being so open & honest...🙏🙏

[@theymi]

@@nil1473 Why would you ever think that? Like who told you since that's pretty weird if someone informed you like that.

[@WhoAmI2YouNow]

​@@theymiI was told that top, by a lot of older married people

[@hallesmith9520]

ever since i was 14 and found out what a hysterectomy was, i wanted one. i’m 23 now and still have similar views. people who tell women they’ll change their minds really bother me. i’m adopted so i am extremely biased. but i had a feeling even almost 10 years ago that i didn’t want biological kids. i’d rather adopt and save a life that’s already present. and no shame to women who DO want to have a biological kid, it’s your body. the creation of life is beautiful, just not something I PERSONALLY want to partake in.

[@drawingdingus6863]

I got mine at 20 years old back in June :3 A hysterectomy isn’t the only option for sterilization though. So if you don’t mind your period but want to be sterile you could get a bilateral salpingectomy. It’s a much smaller surgery with much less risk factor. But if you don’t want a period either then I say go for it. I’ve been loving not having one, it’s amazing

[@chchwoman9960]

You will lose a lot more than your fertility

[@naomimay82]

You should be able to choose sterilization if you don’t want to have kids. I am pro life and I think that we would have less abortions if we allowed young women to choose sterilization when they say that they don’t want children. Not all women want children and it wouldn’t be fair for us to say women shouldn’t get abortions, but then also not allow them the option of doing something permanent to prevent pregnancy when they know they don’t want kids.

[@chchwoman9960]

@@naomimay82 There are better ways. I think what people don't understand, is that you are losing a sex organ, not just a reproductive organ. Also a connection with your inner self. Organs move out of position to fill in the gap which affects your centre of gravity, back pain results. It's little wonder depression and a profound sense of emptiness that is inescapable results. Please believe me, I live this daily and I am only trying to save others from this heinous surgery. You will know what I mean if you have this. There are other means of preventing pregnancy - tubal ligation, OC, etc. Do anything, but don't part with your uterus. Would a man consent to having his penis, or testicle, or prostate removed, without a life threatening condition? No, no man would, yet women are talked into it every day!

[@splendidpursuits8153]

There are far less invasive techniques, like ablation, that remove your period and sterilize but do not risk loss of sexual function.

[@skyguy3565]

As a med student that is preparing for his anatomy final exam(we have the entire human anatomy in one huge 2 hour vocal test) this is very good to prepare the eloquence of describing because you are very good at descripting various structures. I also learn about some surgeries

[@theanatomylab]

Thanks for sharing!

[@glowil7883]

Good luck!!

[@prepared4069]

You will do amazing!! 🙏

[@b.r.i.d.g.e.t]

You got this! 😎

[@Megadextrious]

Good luck! Let us know how it goes!

[@trashcan2926]

My mom got one done when she was 44 (they almost denied her since she wasn’t 45 yet, which is beyond ridiculous since she has 2 adult children, but they did since her uterus was very enlarged) and it saved her life. I remember waking up to her shaking and sweating while curled up in a ball on her period in agonizing pain. She had complained to doctors for YEARS, she also had blood in her stool before her periods started (they kept saying “are you sure you didn’t just start your period?”, my mom always said “I know the difference between my vagina and my asshole” 🤣) and did occult blood tests on her but never at the right time. When they finally did it, they found endosalpingiosis, not endometriosis, all over her bowels. Endosalpingiosis is extremely rare, her surgeon said she’s never seen it before and hasn’t even seen a case of endometriosis so severe). They removed the endosalpingiosis, did an appendectomy, and a hysterectomy while leaving her ovaries in. It literally saved her life. The fact that she was begging for even just exploratory surgery FOR YEARS and not listened to in the slightest about her symptoms is what really shows how incredibly flawed our healthcare system is. Also, since roe v. wade is overturned, can we PLEASE trust women to get sterilization procedures like hysterectomies done regardless of age and child status? I have friends younger than me who’ve had vasectomies (I’m 23) and vasectomies are not always reversible and reversal can be really expensive regardless. Women are more than baby makers and not all of us want to be mothers, some of us are petrified of it.

[@TigerMom489]

I agree. Doesn’t make sense that a man can easily get a vasectomy but a woman needs permission from her husband, or just to jump through hoops in hoping to get herself sterilized. Smh. I can’t speak from personal experience on that, but I know women who have. It’s ridiculous!

[@chidenisee]

I have one son and I will be 44 soon. I am already letting my doctor know I need to be scheduled. I am over this and I want this uterus out.

[@ah5721]

I've read complications of removing connective tissues during a hysterectomy are pelvic floor problems leading in incontinence . it'd be probably cheaper and safer to do a tubal removal

[@aaronstately]

this is a anti population comment... dont listen... especially if your young. BTW, the reason they dont want to give Hysto before 47 is because it increase Osteoporosis and Heart Disease as with your mum it includes Ovary removal (massive health impact)

[@smallfeet4581]

​@@ah5721yes bladder bowel problems and other probs , it's a major organ imo, docs do not listen and do not understand some issues with removal ,

[@aqua6613]

Let's take a short minute to honor the 95 year old donor who chose to share a piece of herself to science and our education ❤️

[@JadeAkelaONeal]

And let's all be grateful her body went where she wanted it to go rather than to our military.

[@mavisgrace5403]

It doesn't take effort to die and donate. That's not deserving of honor. It's not a sacrifice, it's a duty

[@Am0ha]

@@mavisgrace5403what did I just read

[@dallln]

@@mavisgrace5403 wtf are you even saying

[@JadeAkelaONeal]

@@mavisgrace5403 well when you're on life support we'll let the hospital know to forgo your honor walk.

[@dsainte3914]

I am so happy to read these positive comments. I also had a partial 3 years ago and I have NO regrets! My uterus was a fibroid factory and caused SO many medical problems! I hope this inspires other women that are whose lives and health are affected and impacted by reproductive medical issues ! 🙂🙏🏽

[@ajene1906]

Mine too I am looking forward to removing it just scared.🙏🙏

[@Kennie-G]

​@@ajene1906 Girl you're going to feel so great after!! You can wear white whenever you want 😂 10 years later and I still see pads and tampons and laugh like a kid that I'll NEVER have to use them again 😂😂😂 Best wishes to you 💜

[@ajene1906]

@@Kennie-G 😃Thanks looking forward to this!💛

[@Kennie-G]

@@ajene1906 😃💛

[@clearskies2]

I never looked back after mine! No after effects.

[@calestaiezu214]

I had a partial hysterectomy when I was in my mid 30's. I had a huge fibroid inside my uterine wall. I was so happy I had my hysterectomy done. I was in so much pain and didn't realize how much until it was gone.

[@SuzanneU]

That was my experience too. It was only when the pain was gone that I realized just how bad it had been.

[@ikawba00]

How pain always works, you get used to it, and then once it is gone your whole life improves drastically

[@i_am_afroz_alam]

How long back did you have your hysterectomy? Is there any side effects post hysterectomy. Just wanted to ask because my mother had gone through this recently. She also had a little complication where the bladder was cut during the operation and now she has to go for another operation for vesico-vaginal fistula.

[@YvetteArby]

@@i_am_afroz_alam had a partial hysterectomy about six years ago. Afterwards, I noticed that it is difficult for me to sense when I need to urinate until it is almost an emergency -meaning drop everything and run for the bathroom! I had had massive fibroids that made my periods horribly draining in terms of cramping and amount of bleeding. It was so bad that I had no energy and I eventually blacked out (I didn’t fully faint, but my vision went black and I lost my balance and fell down). It turned out that I was critically anemic and I had to have 3 units of blood transfused. So…considering what my life was like before, post-surgery was easy. They removed my uterus, tubes, and one ovary because it had fibroids and a cyst. They left one ovary, per my request, since I wasn’t yet in menopause. I’d rather menopause come gradually rather than suddenly! I’m so sorry that your mother had that complication! I’m sending positive energy to her (and you) and I hope that her surgery goes well!! ✌🏼💖

[@Harley_Girl68]

@@i_am_afroz_alam mine was 40+ years ago. As far as side affects they differ with how much they took out. If they just took the uterus then most of the time if there is side affects they are usually minuscule. If the ovaries are removed it puts the patient into surgically acquired menopause. Might need HRT then. (Hormone replacement therapy). Different people react differently to menopause so I can’t really tell you about that.

[@boogiebear3095]

My mom had to get one due to stage four ovarian cancer. I love learning things from this channel. Grateful for you and the wonder people who donated their bodies to help teach others.

[@diamond_p]

I'm glad that she's okay! 🫶🏾

[@shaunasavage8683]

That is why I had to have one. I was 33 at the time.

[@heatherfeather1293]

My hysterectomy was one of the best things that ever happened to me. I had horrible endometriosis, so my doc took my uterus and cervix. I still have my ovaries, but it's wonderful. No more constant pain! EDIT: Just to clarify, mine was laparoscopic as well. It was done in 2008 and the tiny scars on my lower abdomen are practically gone.

[@bargtay]

I had a hysterectomy for endometriosis and it did nothing for the pain in my case. They left the ovaries and fallopian tubes and I went through dry menstrual cycles which were every bit as painful as before the hysterectomy. This because the uterus was not the problem to begin with. It was the endometrial tissue that had found its way to my bowel and bladdet. The pain disappeared completely when I went through natural menopause. I guess it's a coin toss..

[@i.147]

i have endometriosis on the uterosacral ligaments, and have been begging doctors to at least consider a hysterectomy. even if it doesnt stop my pains, i never want to risk pregnancy and im so tired of being on hormones (its been 10 years, 6 without periods and pains are still worsening). unfortunately im 25 so nobody takes me seriously, even though ive been living 12 years like this. i hope i can get one like you one day...

[@angelarigido7161]

How do you find intercourse post op?

[@heatherfeather1293]

@@angelarigido7161 Felt the same if not better. I didn't have pain anymore from my partner hitting my cervix.

[@angelarigido7161]

@@heatherfeather1293 OH, I hear you, and I still have my cervix for now. I've heard the other organs drop, and the bladder can ve quite problematic from possible prolapse. I already have a bladder condition, and don't really want to deal with more problems in the area if I can avoid it. I heard bowel issues can also arise, and cause pain after the surgery. I've got most of the women in my family who've had this done telling me not to, my bf telling me not to, and my GP and 2 surgeons telling me YES..so an opinion from a neutral party is important. My GYNE is telling my, not to worry as rehabilitation can solve post op issues. I'm still undecided..and have 3 fibroids the size of eggs inside, and one growing on the outside of my uterus that can't be dealt with by UFE.

[@txgal7700]

My life started after I had my hysterectomy. Absolutely the best thing I did in my 40s.

[@misschanandelerbong7946]

I feel the same way. I am so grateful but it's definitely been interesting adapting to my new life.

[@tracietrim]

This is how I feel. I feel like my entire adulthood wphas been wasted. I'm 45. My kids are teenagers and I feel like I've felt terrible their entire lives. Now they are almost grown and I finally feel like a normal person. It makes me so sad.

[@soph5669]

At least you are well now and still young ! ❤💜 you can always make up for lost time with the present 🌷 thank you for sharing!

[@shiruki8974]

@@tracietrim these stories are proof that hysterectomies should be more easily available for people who want it, and shouldn't have such high restrictions as to who can get it and how easily. Many are denied the freedom of choice over their bodies

[@knixiepixie]

@@shiruki8974Exactly. As an adult I should be able to make my own decisions. It makes no sense. If I want a hysterectomy in order to not have children why do I need to be forced to have children to get a hysterectomy? Make it make sense.

[@tracietrim]

I just had a laproscopic hysterectomy in April...everything except my ovaries. Im 45 and feel better now than i have my entire adult life. It took me 20 years and many gynecologists until I found one who would listen and take me seriously. And even then, she was shocked when she got in there and saw how huge my uterus was (adenomyosis...we thought only fibroids) To any future doctors here....the most important thing you can do is LISTEN to your patients. Most people dont beg for help just for the fun of it. And women know their bodies. When you have a woman who tried for a decade to get pregnant, she knows the difference between intestinal pain and her uterus. And to anyone here facing a hysterectomy....its not what you fear. It is an easy procedure and a quick recovery and even if it takes you a little longer, its so worth it!

[@n.c.pictures]

Not that quick of a recovery. You’re not allowed to do straining activities for a while, and that includes not lifting your heavy grocery bags unless you want to risk a dangerous organ shift. I agree that it’s worth it, but it has its risks

[@SewardWriter]

Adenomyosis is its own hell. I've been there.

[@christinemctaggart7869]

I had 16 week size foetus fibroid growth, didn’t know when my periods started or ended. I bled like a pig. Plus my iron levels were so low because of the constant bleeding. I still have my ovaries but can’t take HRT due to my medications. Best thing that ever happened to me.

[@digituslobri4025]

@@n.c.pictures I'm in the army. I was doing push-ups about a week after my hysterectomy. I had it done laparoscopic.

[@n.c.pictures]

@@digituslobri4025 idk. My mum was told to be careful because of the possibility of an organ shift

[@a_cruz_88]

I was 24 when I was first denied a hysterectomy. My life was hell, I couldn’t leave my house anymore without a bed pad , I was extremely depressed and not living. My doctor told me to have 2 more kids w this condition. I did. At 26 I finally was GRANTED one. 1 year after the surgery I finally started living. I’m now a 34yo single mother of 3. My ex husband was also physically, financially, sexually, psychologically etc etc .. you make it abusing me. Thank you. This video helped my come to terms a little more with what happened to me just from this aspect ❤ every obgyn should just email this link to their patient. I wasn’t explained to me very well at all until after the surgery and even then I was under too much anesthesia or extreme stress to fully grasp it all. 🙏🏾

[@JessieI]

@acruz1888, I'm glad you found your way out of all that pain. May your life be all the glory and joy you can hold now.🌻

[@Lisa-el4jo]

I think I spoke with you on a brief visit to the store you made maybe a decade ago. We were each speaking of our experiences. I eventually had a uterine ablation. I find you very brave. I’m now fighting a gigantic fibroid which I never thought was possible after ablation. My fibroid is 23cm x 18cm . SHEESH! I hope you and your family are doing well.

[@Average-honkai-player]

My grandma got one at 22 because she had some issue where she’d have periods that last for months at a time. I’m going to the second I turn 18 because I have a similar issue and usually lose so much blood I end up fainting a lot.

[@Harley_Girl68]

Had vaginal hysterectomy in 1979 I was 24 years old. Before I was 30 I had 3 yes 3 oopheretomy 1 ovarian cyst size of grapefruit. About a year later the other one was big as a egg. I told the doc then to take the whole ovary. He made the decision to leave the clear part in. Was the size of a average pinky nail. I threw a fit. I told him if I had go through another surgery he was going to pay the bill and if he didn’t believe he better rethink that. Yes 5 months later they had to remove what he left in there along with another egg size cyst. People suffer to much with improper medical care. I’m 67 now and I really have a wonderful doctor now. He listens to what I say. When I interviewed him I knew right away. He was the second one I interviewed.

[@allisonmccune9556]

I’m not an ultra feminist or anything, but I believe that sometimes they just think that we are being “crazy bitches” (excuse the term). Men and women are completely different breeds. They have no idea what we go through with our hormones and what we have to deal with from a very early age with puberty. That’s why I wanted to have a son. I was over the moon when I found out I was having a little baby boy! Unfortunately, many will never quite understand nor care what us women endure because of our biology. We often get dismissed as being a “crazy bitch”. I would love to see how they would handle what we have to deal with. Some men have no place in gynecology. I’m sorry you had to deal with that sweetheart. 🖤

[@gaygoc]

well did he pay?

[@cherylharris2630]

Cheryl Harris I showed up pregnant with a cyst (size of orange) removed June, 1972, perfect birth in June,1973, tubel pregnancy June,1974, another tubel pregnancy and hysterectomy in June, 1975. I am only alive because my tube busted at my 3 month exam and I was at Kaiser Hospital, Sacramento, California. I am so blessed today. On JUNE 11, 2023, my granddaughter gave us a great granddaughter a month early. Thank God for this Blessing. ALL was not lost. We adopted a son.

[@Harley_Girl68]

@@gaygoc I’m not totally sure except I never received bill from him or the hospital so I assume he did!

[@Harley_Girl68]

@@cherylharris2630 I was lucky and already had 3 children before all this happened. I totally understand what you went through but you like me were blessed at the end of it all.

[@traceyallen4351]

Had bad fibroids. I looked 10 months pregnant. I had an abdominal partial hysterectomy. I still have my left ovary and cervix. My surgeon removed a 6 lb- 6 oz uterus. Best day ever. I forgot how good not being in pain is.

[@redvelvetrose]

Was it a girl or a boy? :)

[@ttpryce672]

Same.. I had mine this year.. I was scared, but now I have a new lease of life

[@TheBestDamnGirl99]

​@@redvelvetroselol she never said she got pregnant. She just said "LOOKED like 10 months pregnant". She had a big tummy before partial hysterectomy.

[@redvelvetrose]

@@TheBestDamnGirl99 It was a joke. :)

[@MusclesandBooks]

Man, I should have asked how much mine weighed, LOL. I had softball-sized fibroids AND a baseball-sized (8cm) benign growth on one of my ovaries, which was also removed.

[@TheCountessAsuka]

My total hysterectomy was robotic assisted with a vaginal "delivery". I was a little sore for a couple of days but that was it. It was one of the best things to ever happen to me.

[@Beattherapist2deathinsexdreams]

I’m happy to hear that. I need a full hysterectomy & vagina removal.

[@Epicurious_Me]

I had the same procedure. It was so easy on my body, I was running again after 1 week..only for 20mins at a time though. But by 2 weeks, I was back to running on my full schedule. This was almost 5 years ago..and I’ve had no physical problems nor hormone replacement.

[@Peace-xu8ps]

@@Beattherapist2deathinsexdreams Just had mine. Have faith all will go well. I had a very good experience through out. On week four, and healing!

[@lizettep]

@@Epicurious_MeHi! Did you have the vaginal hysterectomy? Thank you in advance

[@niko4305]

@@Epicurious_Mewhat age did you have the hysterectomy?

[@ladyofthecreek279]

My sister had terrible pelvic pain and she was infertile. She had a hysterectomy just so she could live and work. The surgeon was taken aback. It was the smallest adult uterus she had ever seen 😮

[@hellybelle5]

Can I ask how small?

[@helen8022]

Did your sister ever get like very irritable or even depressed before her periods? Or during? I’m going through the same if I have kids I’ll most likely miscarry and my periods are always painful. But I wonder if a hysterectomy will also help with the PMDD.

[@hellybelle5]

@@helen8022 you poor love😢

[@DivineLightPaladin]

​@@helen8022sounds like my experience as well

[@amb3579]

​@@helen8022I had PMDD too, but getting a hormonal IUD completely solved it for me after ruining my life for years. It also completely stopped my period which is a bonus. Might be worth looking into

[@brittsyoutoob]

I was 34 at the time & had to go to 3 different obgyns (lots of uterine issues) before they’d allow it, but I had a laparoscopic total hysterectomy a year ago with a quick recovery & felt great after just 3 weeks. It also significantly improved my previous urinary incontinence issues I’d had for almost 10 years. Sex & orgasms are better than before. No more heavy periods, no more pain. Weight loss has been a breeze with birth control no longer being a factor. If you are sure you don’t want future babies, go for it! 💕 ETA: Total hysterectomy = uterus and cervix removed. I have my ovaries! Hormonal changes have been significant weight loss, more stable moods & no more period issues.

[@lisamccray9079]

I agree 👍

[@c471]

I am so glad it turned out well for you! I have been wanting a hystorectomy for a while. I was diagnosed with prolapse at age 25!!! I did physical therapy and use pessaries for it. My periods have always been heavy and painful and each one makes me relive the miscarriage I suffered. I tried EMDR therapy to help resolve that but it didn't work for me. I'm almost 30 now and my incontinence is much improved. But I am worried a hystorectomy would make my bladder prolapse. My OBGYN retired and there is a shortage, so the replacement one I saw also retired. I had to make an appt. with a different doctor in that office ONE YEAR in advance. We will see if she takes me seriously and actually discusses options rather than just saying "let your hubby get the snip snip". That option will not help me. 😭

[@toothless3835]

I'm looking to do this same thing. I'm just curious, were you on hormonal birth control before that? If you were, what happened when you got off it? I know eveyrone's different, but I've been on hormonal birth control for 10+ years now due to painful periods and of course no babies, but still. If it's too personal, don't feel obligated to answer. My curiosity doesn't trump your comfort.

[@amandah8258]

I'm also curious about the hormone side of it! My mum has had cervical and uterine cancer, and the one thing holding me back from wanting a hysterectomy is the hormone issues afterwards

[@pbandjedi5006]

I was 37 (done with having babies) and it was life changing to have it removed (total hysterectomy) and I have found no change to my sex life nor my bladder control. Best thing ever.

[@karinalemieux9396]

To all future women who watch this and want to do it, do it. Don’t let people, doctors or society tell you no because of future regrets or your ‘job/use as a woman.’ The uterus doesn’t produce hormones, just the ovaries. Don’t let people confuse you. It is also way better to regret not having kids, than having them. You are much more than just your reproductions. You do not owe anyone kids; not society, your partner, parents, etc. This is your life, your decisions that matter more than anything. There is regret and complications with everything in life, don’t let people manipulate/gaslight your decision and feelings by scare tactics.

[@apara2005]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤

[@julesj5853]

I had a hysterectomy, it has definitely made changes to my body that wasn't there before, it does effect your body because our organs work together and when one is missing or not working properly, our entire body is impacted both negatively and positively. With that said, I don't regret having one because my period was literally killing me(severe anemia)and everything else that was tried worked temporarily but eventually went back to the way it was so hysterectomy was best for me. I do recommend if you can keep the ovaries because it will be better for the hormones and less side effects of depression and other unsavory effects of having no more healthy and natural hormone.

[@divinadecosio]

I had a ultra radical histerectomy including the extirpation of both ovaries when i was 38, I'm 43 now and feel so grateful. I describe those days as a living hell because of the terrible pains and bleeding. The situation was so horrible that I almost lost my job because of my lack of attention and my constant sadness. After the surgery my life improved in every aspect: no more pain, no more anemia, no more extra clothing in my purse, no more headaches. I started to shine of happiness again! I've been under hormonal replacement since then but have no regrets, definitely was the best that could had happened to me. I have to confess that even the sexual live got better! Never got the courage to watch a video about it until now, and it has been great. Thank you for sharing this with us. Many hugs to all the brave women

[@DreamtaleEnjoyer]

Hey, just curious--did you ever get your hormone levels tested before your hysterectomy? I know that "hormone imbalance" is a pseudomedicine buzzword, but it's truly what caused my extreme mood swings and debilitating period pains (cramps, backaches, even vaginal pain). Once I got tested and got treatment suddenly everything was tolerable. Your case definitely sounds worse than mine, and I definitely don't mean to say some pills would've helped you like they helped me. Just wondering if you have any info on what your levels looked like ^^

[@kimmerz1111]

i also had to have a ultra radical hyterectomy in my early 30"s due to severe endmetriosis.. I wasnt able to continue any hormone replacement as they were so concerned about the endometriosis spreading into other parts of my body. overabundance of estorgen is what caused my endo they told me. i had it in 2006 in MI. At the UofM hospital. I woke up from surgery in MENOPAUSE it was awful. they took everything out robotically assisted oophrendectomy. i have been without my ovaries, F tubes, cerivx and uterus. took it all out. I just wanted to reach out after i read your story. I always felt so alone in that I had such an exteme surgery at such a young age. im now in my 50:s and having issues with bladder and bowels. I am praying that someone will help me to look into these things to make sure im not developing any problems that cant be helped. i have no gastroenterologist in my town, and I am way over 3 years since my last colonoscopy,. i have also had polyps removed from my colon in past. was told it takes 3 years to grow. so i have had to endure many colonoscopies in my life already but for good reason. Just sharing my story too. BIGGEST BLESSING that i was able to have the URH it helped to save my life! i felt i was starting my life over again as well. No more EXTREME pain and no more HEAVY bleeding and curled up in a ball with heating pad and taking 800 mg of IBUPROHEN every 4 hours round the clock. i was so happy that i could work again without losing jobs and missing so much school due to my endometriosis. I pray for you and all that have gone thru what we have and that are still. I am heartbroken that i wasnt able to have children and be a mother. I just am glad to be alive and to have had so much more time living life. Thank you for sharing your story and thank you so much for this video and sharing it with us all. Blessing to see what they actually did to me, this way... 🥲🙏Thank You so much!

[@shiruki8974]

these stories are proof that hysterectomies should be more easily available for people who want it, and shouldn't have such high restrictions as to who can get it and how easily. Many are denied the freedom of choice over their bodies

[@diamond_p]

If I were a science teacher, I'd most definitely use these videos to help me teach. They are informative and thorough.

[@MadAudi]

The anti-woke conservatives would get a science teacher fired for showing a female internal organ to students. This video… they’d scream that it’s grooming. Ohhh the impassioned hysteria! 🤦‍♀️🙄🤷‍♀️

[@mikaylalindsay6028]

@MadAudi i don’t understand why we can’t have our own opinions. and u act like all conservatives are the same. There is far right and there is conservative; two very different things. Sure some conservatives might not like the idea of showing female organs but some (like me) would actually love to see one, for my education that is because i’m someone interested in anatomy and female anatomy.

[@MadAudi]

@@mikaylalindsay6028 I clearly wrote the anti-woke conservatives. If that means all conservatives to you… well… I’m not surprised that you ignored what I wrote to push your impassioned reply of self sainthood & self promotion.

[@JessieI]

@@mikaylalindsay6028, we do that because YOU ALL VOTE TOGETHER THE SAME whether or not you have differing opinions. It’s what makes Conservative republikCONS the most dangerous people in America.

[@MaggieRosethe6ix]

I had stage 3 endometrial cancer and they removed everything including cervix, ovaries, uterus. It absolutely did affect my sexual enjoyment

[@SeaPrncss7]

Has your enjoyment improved since then? I have a uterine pre-cancer and am wondering if the change in enjoyment is due to removing structures or the hormonal crash after your ovaries are removed. Has your body adjusted? It was recommended that I have a hysterectomy but it's very scary to me.

[@Erinselysion]

Thank you for doing this video :) I requested it a while back I had my hysterectomy at 23 bc of how bad my periods were (it runs in the family, a cousin of mine had a hysterectomy at 21). My doctor said doing it abdominally was the best option, & he apologized about leaving a scar, but I honestly wanted the scar. To me, it's a physical reminder that I overcame the horrible pain and erratic mental instability. I survived all of that agony and no matter what else life throws at me, I can feel the scar and feel at peace.

[@spinelessdevil]

I'm born with severe vitamin k deficiency prbly hemophilia I haven't had insurance to check actively and no matter how much liver and spinach I eat or vitamins I take its goes all away and doesn't store to ease my prblm Honestly I wouldn't take these obnoxious invasive surgeries I'll just jump off

[@Erinselysion]

@@spinelessdevil You deserve medical care that would improve your life or solve your problems, the same way that I deserved a doctor that listened to me when I said an invasive surgery is what would improve my quality of life, after I exhausted all non-invasive options

[@stellafil1848]

So happy for you that you found this lovely meaning behind your scar and your experience after all u went through:) hope u have a happy life!

[@aaronstately]

surely your lying, no way is Hysto a first approach for a doctor for a 23yr old girl.. FFS.. so many other options prior!!

[@Erinselysion]

@@aaronstately It wasn't the first approach-- my periods started at 10 & I had extreme pain, bleeding all month long, sometimes 2-3 periods in 1 month, & erratic mood swings (PMDD). I started birth control at 15 and tried alternatives like the depo provera shot and nexplanon implant. Nothing non-invasive improved my pain or moods substantially and I essentially had no ability to live a normal life, go to college, keep a job, etc. I also had this thing called a decidual cast, which usually only happens during miscarriages. I was on birth control and not sexually active, so it was an anomaly. Google at your own risk, it was gross and freaked me out but was essentially just my uterine lining coming off in 1 whole piece instead of throughout my menstrual cycle. So by the time I was 23, I finally found a doctor that didn't dismiss how badly my reproductive system affected my life. Here's a blip of my surgery report :) imgur.com/a/t41nYrK

[@ejeanroh377]

I had a complete hysterectomy at age 43 after suffering heavy, painful periods. My doctor in PA told me 'that's just being a woman'... A few years later, I returned to my home State . - N.M. - and went to my ole doctor there. He suggested an immediate hysterectomy; I was close to ovarian CA... I never regretted this surgery.. I am now age 82 and healthy!

[@JessieI]

@ejeanroh377, Wow! I cannot believe your doctor said that, " 'that's just being a woman'..." 🤯. So when he grows old and his penis won't work anymore, we should say, "well bummer, that's just being an 'Old Man'."

[@daisyinthesun]

I had a tumor,& the same you had!

[@user-dh4rd5ot1i]

Ive been a woman and never had heavy very painful periods.

[@td4611]

I had my tubes tied when I was 21 and hysterectomy when I was 30. I made the decision and glad I did.

[@Laura-kv7bl]

Did you have any hormonal problems from it? I’m a mom who regrets having kids and my husband absolutely refuses a vasectomy now despite promising it in the past.

[@lokicooper4690]

Ovarian cysts, endo, fibroids.. a life of hell. Having a hysterectomy was one of the best things that ever happened to me. Just upset I went through years of being told “no” when I asked for one. Took a trip to ER and a change in GYNs to get it.

[@adriennedoyle4482]

I had a robotic assisted laproscopic hysterectomy which included the cervix, tubes, and ovaries because I had an ovarian cyst that started growing way too fast about a year ago, and it had cancer cells in the fluid. I kept my vagina, as after the cyst was drained and removed, the uterus was removed vaginally. Because of the cancer cells, HRT isn't an option for me, and the gynecologic oncologist who did my surgery said that the cyst had probably been there for years, and I instantly lost 70lbs from that cyst being removed. I now have more energy than I had in years.

[@brigidvanparys2062]

It's just crappy that we almost have to die from anemia due to fibroids and hemorrhaging

[@levtieart3409]

a lot times you get told ''rather dead than infertile'' by doctors regardless what you have as a woman they will let you die of cancer since all they see is a sex object and a child makerand if ur not they think your useless@@brigidvanparys2062

[@parkedawn]

I had a TAH-BSO when I was 44 because of endometriosis, multiple fibroids, BRAC2 gene via cross-abdominal incision (my uterus was high). I'm glad it was done because of decades of suffering but it did take 6 months recovery, and I have internal scar tissue that causes problems. Thank you for this video, super informative.

[@AstriLivingInChicago]

Same here, i had TAH at age 46 during the pandemic. So glad for having no more heavy menstrual pain.

[@eagledice2008]

I have scheduled but this is what I'm afraid of I am afraid of the pain after and any complications I'm terrified

[@pst1534]

This was so informative. I had a total hysterectomy at age 43 due to endometriosis - it was abdominal. I think it was 5 years later I ended up with emergency surgery. Adhesions from the hysterectomy as well as more endometriosis had created a small bowel obstruction - I never understood anything about why that happened until your video. Thank you for explaining in a way that’s easy to understand -

[@hastyink]

I’ve wondered if endometriosis scaring would still be present without any reproductive system

[@FamiliadeJesusCristo7]

Voce tomou muitos anos contraceptivos??

[@asideofaioli4630]

Wow, I'm in my 30s and trying to decide between an ablation or uterus removal. Don't plan on having kids, but my periods are absolutely brutal. I'm so excited to be able to watch this to help me narrow me decision

[@eternitydoor]

Ablations ALWAYS fail sooner or later and can be excruciating. They don't tell you that. Look around and find people who've had them. Most people who have an ablation will need a hysterectomy within 5 years. Mine worked for two. I had a doc who refused a hysterectomy even tho very much medically necessary until I'd had a failed ablation. Go for the hysterectomy

[@MdnightWnd]

I had a total hysterectomy a few years ago. My periods were awful and painful and I'd already had one child and was in my late 30s. Turns out I had stage 4 endometriosis that they found when they went in to do the hysterectomy. No gynecologist over the course of my life had ever even mentioned that word despite me complaining multiple times about my pain. The doctor who did my hysterectomy was great and totally supportive. He did tell me exactly what @eternitydoor said - ablations can be really painful and more often than not they fail after a short time. Honestly if I were you I'd go with the uterus removal. I don't regret my hysterectomy at all.

[@DJRenee]

While you are waiting. Change your diet completely and add a teaspoon of quality black seed oil every day.

[@pegnicholson9989]

I had ablation first....then 2 years later diagnosed with post ablation syndrome causing severe abd pain on left side. Small amt of residual tissue was left behind with no exit....had vaginal hysterectomy with right ovary left in place.

[@grannymac3929]

Ablation worked for me. Had it at 50, now 60. No issues. Sweats for a few years.

[@kerrimaida2569]

My hysterectomy was a very complicated 7 hour surgery due to endometriosis. I ended up with multiple blood transfusions and a week in hospital! Still the best thing I’ve ever done

[@ClissaT]

Yes mine was much the same, a 7hr surgery. Lost everything. Best day of my life but took many years to convince doctors there was a problem. Why do they not believe women? Mine was in about 1986 I think so I'm sure the procedural side of things have changed a lot. But seems doctors have not changed to believe women. Such a pity. And what is the big deal about having kids anyway? Most women would prefer not to have kids if they truly had a choice in the matter. They just have kids because they are expected to, not because they truly want kids. So why not let them have a hysterectomy?

[@brittyd759]

Hope I’m not being rude in asking but I want to avoid transfusion at all costs and I have an appointment to address my issues in less than 2 weeks- what type of hysterectomy did you have and were your complications due to fibroids/enlarged uterus? What caused the need for your blood transfusions?

[@kerrimaida2569]

Yes fibroids and endo which was all over internal organs. Apparently being overweight didn’t make it any easier and due to length of time it took and no other available surgeons I lost too much blood

[@brittyd759]

@kerrimaida2569 Thank you so much for answering my questions. ✨️🥹✨️ I'm still concerned, but it puts my mind a little more at ease to see how many people have found relief after going through surgery.

[@Lena-so2lq]

I had Endometriosis as well when i had my partial. They told me I needed 50% blood transfusion, due to my blood being tainted by Sepsis. They forgot or didnt have time, IDK ....sent me home.same day! I still want a blood transfusion, now its elective.....but i agree, its the best thing that happened for me, in many years. I nearly died.. glad you doing well.

[@anasdomain9994]

I had a hysterectomy in feb and it’s the best thing I’ve ever done at 26 🥰. I had a tumor and adenomyosis and was in excruciating pain for years! No periods no pain I love it so much!

[@user-cv8ui5ir2d]

Are you on supplement estrogen? Cause, sweetheart, it is crucial for you if you don't want scoliosis, arthritis and wrinkles...

[@kee7374]

@@user-cv8ui5ir2dshe never said her ovaries were removed as well. Did you even watch the video? Educate yourself

[@mochabearry]

@@user-cv8ui5ir2d 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@magical571]

@@user-cv8ui5ir2d just so you know, the ovaries produce hormones. uterus =/= ovaries. plus, plenty of people can't take estrogen (i myself for example can't take any form of oral or injected hormones, be it estrogen or progesterone)

[@nikolakonecna7070]

I was 26 as well, endometral cancer and a cysts on ovaries and inside an ovarian tube. I am so happy to not have periods anymore :-D

[@Nikachu0906]

I am 45, and had my radical hysterectomy at 31. It took me 12 years and 7 doctors to finally diagnose me with endometriosis. Once diagnosed, my insurance Company made my doctor put me on so many medications before finally allowing the hysterectomy. I was on Lupron 4 different times. Continually birth control when not on the Lupron. I had 4 laparoscopies to ablate endo tissue growing outside my uterus. I had a D&C twice. By the time the insurance company approved my hysterectomy, I was about to go in for a blood transfusion because I was loosing so much blood daily. I ended up bleeding every day for a year, even on Lupron. Turns out, not only did I have a severe case of endo, but I had cervical cancer, and multiple cysts on my ovaries as well as endo on my bladder. The hysterectomy was done laparoscopically with removal out of the vaginal canal because my uterus was so huge and mangled at the same time. It took me about 7 weeks to recover enough to go back to work, but it took my body almost 2 years to rid itself of all the harmful chemicals that had been pumped into me over the past 14 years before my surgery. All I can say is that I am so incredibly glad I have lived pain free for the past 14 years, and I just wished that doctors would listen to their patients when they speak. We all know our own bodies better than anyone else does. That needs to account for something.

[@rema1787]

Hi, I’m sorry what you went through and glad you are feeling well better. Did you end up taking any hormonal therapy since being sent into surgical menopause at a young age

[@eileencarroll6418]

VERY TIMELY! Just had a hysterectomy WEDNESDAY! Helpful info about adhesion. Mine was robotic/arthroscopic removing ovaries, uterus and lymph nodes. I was very surprised that I was able to manage without pain meds. Healing is much faster than I expected too. Yay for modern medicine!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@EN-mh6sr]

I had a laparoscopic hysterectomy 3yrs ago. Kept my ovaries;everything else out. They took 20 fibroids out and my uterus measured at 18 weeks😮 I took 600mg ibuprofen for pain. But that pain was nothing compared to the pain I was in prior to surgery. Quality of life was horrible,impacted mental health too. So grateful for it. I hope you heal well🙏🏾💗

[@cosmoplakat9549]

I had stage 2 ovarian cancer and a TAH-BSO (also part of the omentum) with a robotic-assisted laparoscopic procedure. I agree the healing was fast and the pain minimal considering the extent of my surgery. Now, recovery from chemotherapy has been hard as I still have significant foot neuropathy going on 10 months since last chemo.

[@eileencarroll6418]

@@cosmoplakat9549 I hope your recovery continues to progress. I hear that neuropathy takes a lot of time and patience to heal. I wish you all the best. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@eileencarroll6418]

@@EN-mh6sr You are amazing. I am glad your procedure brought you so much relief. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@EN-mh6sr]

@@cosmoplakat9549 I hope you heal well💗🙏🏾

[@tonic.1917]

I had a partial hysterectomy at 24. The only thing better than that was when they removed my colon in 2021 at 30. Both were life changing (for the better) surgeries for me.

[@deetrvl4life875]

Years ago I had a total hysterectomy. I experienced the crazy PAIN of the scar tissue/intestine thing as I was healing. Fortunately I had no ill effects from that process after everything healed. I LOVE your videos on this. You did an outstanding job and kept it all lighthearted. And I like how you offer another great health product in the midst of the main video. Can't wait to try AG1. Thank you! 🧡

[@ambermclaughlin3852]

I experienced adhesions post op and I had a procedure for them And dissolvable stitches that got infected

[@its_me_rikichi]

I'm 26 and I just had a hysterectomy because of the severe pain constantly making me pass out randomly (sometimes in dangerous instances). I feel so free and unburdened now!! When I saw this video pop up I got excited lol 👀

[@wandaperi]

N👀rmie

[@azriellechristie8564]

I am 35. My hysterectomy 5/6 years ago saved my life in more ways than one. Highly recommend, and it was a brutal re overy for me.

[@20PINKluvr]

Did you keep your ovaries? If you had them taken out too you wouldve gone through bad pre-menopause

[@abbywatson8133]

​@@20PINKluvrit's common for young women to immediately begin HRT. That's the plan for me when I get mine in 2 weeks.

[@zerotodona1495]

You should NOT highly recommend it. It should be a last option for women.

[@cindot2520]

Had endo, uterine fibroids, endo in ovaries ( chocolate cysts), & Adenomyosis yet had to go through 2 years of hell before I could get a hysterectomy. Lupron treatment threw me into menopause overnight so I was literally a hot mess yet still in pain! When they did the hysterectomy they also took my appendix & found endo growing into it which is what caused me to pass out bcuz the PAIN! Women suffer bcuz doctors don't want to be sued. I say have a liability release for them to sign before but don't make them suffer!!!

[@LuC-k777]

Damn that’s scary

[@ontheedge91]

It's that (suing) and society telling everyone that a woman's job is to breed.

[@MS-uj5ui]

This is so similar to my story! Replace the endo in the appendix to horrible endo in my uterosacral ligaments for the third damn time. I lost an ovary due to chocolate cysts. Eventually after being removed multiple times, it infiltrated the vessels of my left ovary and fallopian tube. They thought I would have to have a bowel resection and possibly have a temporary ostomy. So happy that didn’t happen. I’m 25. Had it at 24.

[@cindot2520]

@@MS-uj5ui I'm so sorry you had to suffer through so much. The struggle is real 😔

[@tracietrim]

I begged for help for over 20 years before a doctor finally listened. I still owe my most recently prior gyn a letter telling me that even the colon doctor he sent me to knew it wasn't my colon hurting and let him know what the gyn who did my hysterectomy found.

[@descipher]

It's so fascinating to know how hysterectomy is performed. It's finally good to have some answers now. My mother underwent an abdominal hysterectomy and doctors found adhesion in the unterine and abdominal cavity which she had when she getting a c section to birth me , the doctors were kind of shocked to find out that during the surgey as nothing showed up in any scan's or test performaned they had to stop the entire procedure for 20mins or so for a general surgeon to arrive and do the needful. Now I understand why it was such a big deal. Thank you team IHA for such informative videos as always.

[@kiwi5857]

I had a total hysterectomy @ 40… it was one of the ‘BEST’ decisions I’ve ever made in my entire life!! After, I healed, I finally started to feel Great!!!! I’ve been feeling great for 20years now‼️

[@MartaWomack]

I had to have a radical hysterotomy in my 40's. I'd had pain &heavy bleeding for years. Sometimes, it would be very intense, dropping me to the floor in a ball of agony. Literally. After years of suffering, a Doctor finally listened to me & ran some tests. Turned out that my uterus was basically a giant tumor with the tubes & ovaries being pushed above it until they fused together above the uterus. The lack of room would make them twist back & forth, excruciatingly. The twisting happened on the operating table for the Doctors to witness. He did an exploratory to check my nearby organs, as well, to make sure nothing else was affected. I have a scar from my belly button to my pelvic bone, now, but I'm doing fine now. The Doctor also taught at a Medical college in my state & asked my permission to have the uterus for his students to examine & study. Of course I said yes! Hopefully it helped a few future Doctors go the extra mile to investigate a similar matter with their own patients. I spent years & years suffering & I feel sooo much better now!

[@Catastropheshe]

I'm glad you healthy now ❤️ In same time it's extremely annoying that doctors don't believe patients especially women when they talking about pain and especially women reproductive organs related pain 😢

[@irmaradinson2320]

6 yrs bleeding 🩸 fibroids finally Dr suggested partial hysterectomy; they left my ovaries cause it was healthy. Best decision ever I was 39 and now 62 I feel good. Very interesting this topic.

[@Toddlertots]

Had a hysterectomy due to my uterus going gangrene. Luckily only one doctor willing to open me up. Saved my life. Happened due to fibroid and endometriosis. My fibroid died after child birth. So thank you for all this information. Helps me understand about this organ I no longer have and miss. Lucky to have my life

[@DanielleO-oq6mx]

Its it gone sis?

[@Ripplesinthewaters]

My mother had a hysterectomy when I was 1 year old. She had nearly everything removed, minus part of her cervix. Her ovaries were cystic and she had horrible Endometriosis. This was back in 1974, so she had a full abdominal surgery with a transverse cut. She has a huge amount of adhesions but refuses to get them removed. No more surgeries for her! :)

[@Sugarplum2025]

Please do a video focused specifically on fibroids - I had a TLH to remove a huge fibroid that was the size of a 5 month pregnancy. The surgery took many hours and I couldn’t see any pictures because it was all cut up during laparoscopy. I would love to see what it actually looked like, and a comparison of fibroids in different sizes. A lot of the women in these comments have had fibroids so there’s definitely an audience for more information about this.

[@beckiehubley5798]

I had an abdominal hysterectomy because of a HUGE fibroid. The doctor showed me a picture of it, and even printed a copy on photo paper for my teen daughter who is fascinated by stuff like that.

[@gonewiththewindddd]

all the people in the comments really show that health education needs to me constantly updated and emphasized in schools. those who are wanting hysterectomies JUST bc they don't want children and/or menstruation don't realize that the reproductive system, esp. the uterus, does so much more for the body that just bear children. the reproductive system helps with hormone regulation, hormones that affect regular bodily functions. it helps with cholesterol breakdown, and helps keep bones healthy. theres so many other numerous reasons, but please be better informed before you request a removal of an organ from your doctor.

[@agoogleuser2507]

You are absolutely correct. But even though you don't want kids now, you might want some in the future. Imagine someone who goes through life withoit children? Dying with nobody at your bedside. That sounds like a really lonely life...

[@Nesymafdet]

@@agoogleuser2507 Partner, other family, etc? Children aren't the end all be all, and some people aren't capable of having that responsibility, which is perfectly fine.

[@agoogleuser2507]

@@Nesymafdet People that can't bare children are usually veey sad about it. Of course chuldren aren't the end all be all but you have at least satisfied your purpose on a biological level.

[@Nesymafdet]

@@agoogleuser2507 No they aren’t. There aren’t any scientific sources to back that up. Of course it’s nice to have a choice but if you’ve firmly decided “No, im not having children,” then you aren’t going to feel sad about it. That’s from both personal experience and from the experience of others.

[@dusk4974]

@@Nesymafdetokay but thinking from a life standpoint, children ARE the be all and end all. I mean, without them, we go extinct, lol. But yeah, some people are not meant to have kids. Sadly, a lot of those people DO have kids.

[@OpheliaElezen]

I had a hysterectomy nearly three years ago (changed my life for the better!) This is so fascinating, thank you.

[@nicolebancov7492]

The hysterectomy was absolutely life changing for me, since then I’m disabled, 22 surgeries later, chronic pain, inability to work anymore, Ileostomy etc. because the surgeon forgot to suture “me together” after removing the uterus. Because of the medical costs we lost our house…and couldn’t sue the doctor due to the fact that lifesaving surgeries were performed not in Canada

[@LvUhcX]

😢

[@allysonh6410]

😢

[@shostysboo]

My grandmother (turning 60 in September) got a hysterectomy at 27 after having my mom, aunt, and uncle. I never knew about it until we came on the topic randomly one day. She’s still very healthy too. This was pretty informative!

[@JayJayJayjay503]

Can We Just Take A Moment To Thank The Woman (Dead Or Alive) For Donating This To Be Used For Science EDIT.. Why Are Ya’ll Kicking Up A Hissy Fit In The Comments 💁🏻🧏🏻‍♂️🤷🏻🤣

[@sarahjane534]

Amen 🙏🏼

[@bellarina]

Yeah, it is a great thing to sign organ donor card so your body could save lives or educate new doctors once you won't need it 💗

[@JayJayJayjay503]

@@bellarina 👍🏼 😊

[@bradencluster4739]

How do you know it came from a woman?

[@eggbenedict-gt7mw]

😂😂😂😂 fool it's not donated

[@moderndaymedusa]

It's crazy how much chaos the female reproductive system can cause for being so small. I'm still wishing, and hoping, and thinking, and praying for removal surgery. 🙏 Thanks for the awesome lesson!

[@YeahButCanISniffUrPantsFist]

Why dont you get one?

[@n.c.pictures]

@@YeahButCanISniffUrPantsFist because doctors still think kids are the ultimate goal for all women and god forbids you don’t want any so you want to chug the therefore unnecessary organ. It’s especially hard for young people. My mum’s gynecologist asked if she was sure about her partial hysterectomy because “she’s still so young (mind you, she was about 40 years old at the time) and what if she wanted more children (my sister and I are more than enough)” despite her having severely painful and potentially deadly cysts

[@YeahButCanISniffUrPantsFist]

@@n.c.pictures hmm, is it really that bad that NO ONE agrees to do it? I kind of doubt it.. I mean, i know surgeons dont like to operate if its not ultimately necessary, but Id think at least one would agree.. I admittably dont really care to remove it bc i dont wanna go on HRT for the rest of my life, so i never really researched it, but if it gives you grief of any kind and you are informed enough, Id think gynecologist know of women not wanting to give birth and would agree eventually..?

[@YeahButCanISniffUrPantsFist]

@@n.c.pictures my mums also had a full hystorectomy, i think she was around.. 45? no problems there (except for her multi-year change in emotional stability, due to the change in hormones). 0 problems from the surgeons, in fact THEY recommended it to her, she didnt want it, actually

[@faithduh2895]

​@@n.c.picturesnot every women wants children and it's not a sin to remove the uterus 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@staceymccauley6883]

I had an emergent total hysterectomy due to uterine rupture after having my son, it wasn’t my choice but I’m thankful to be alive! Thank you for this video, so interesting🤍

[@bnic9471]

Sorry that happened to you. That was my biggest fear, carrying my son to term with a past perforation of the uterine fundus.

[@Love.Yourself.1976]

If your regular OBGYN isn't listening to you, go find another. It took years before I finally found one that listened.

[@zanzaboonda]

100,000% this. Find a doctor who will listen to you.

[@honeybee416]

Imagine meeting the donor of this uterus when she was a young girl, and telling her that thousands of people would be viewing her uterus one day. Mind-blowing. 95 year old uterus.

[@mausmail6907]

A friend of mine had a hysterectomy due to unstoppable bleedings after giving birth and she is suffering infertility since that day. And I say "suffering" cause she always wanted to be a mom of two and has not the chance to have a 2nd child by her own strength and this is really working on her. I see how she tries to cope with that even 10 years after the operation and I am very sorry for her. Of course, for some women a hysterctomy may be a big relief when they have health issues and decide to get rid of the womb by themself, but in the case of my friend it was a emergency case and she really had no other choice because she would have died on her baby´s birthday if the doctors had not taken the organ out of her. So in some cases a hysterectomy is on the one hand life saving, but on the other hand may cause mental problems and a big cut in life!

[@lisa-m-jennings]

I had a radical hysterectomy on February 1st of this year. I chose to go this route because I had been having extremely heavy periods for over 10 years and found I had cysts on my ovaries and tumors in my uterus. This was very cool to watch because you explained so much more than my doctor did and things I never even thought to ask. I appreciate the video and thank you so much for sharing.

[@l33lzonwh33lz]

I've been considering a hysertectomy because of fibroids. How are you doing now?

[@lisa-m-jennings]

@@l33lzonwh33lz I am doing fantastic, thank you. There were so many horrible things attached to those tortuous periods and I can hardly believe how wonderful it is not dealing with it all anymore. I highly recommend the procedure if your struggling with the heavy and painful periods due to cysts/tumors. It's been about 8 months now and it feels great. I am not taking any hormones and have had very light hot flashes a few times but nothing remarkable. It is so nice not living with the pain, the mess it caused and not being worried about any of the other things I was dealing with. I FEEL SO FREE! I wish you the best whichever decision you make.

[@EvangelineWawira]

@@l33lzonwh33lz dont pls seek medication

[@nikkiowens128]

As someone who had a hysterectomy this was very interesting. I had my uterus removed because of fibroids and endometriosis. Then 5 years later I had to have my ovaries, fallopian tubes and part of my cervix removed. The surgery I underwent was the laparoscopic. Recovery was much shorter than when I had the abdominal surgery. Awesome video!

[@eagledice2008]

How long was your recovery I have one coming up in a few weeks good to know other women have gone through it and are fine

[@andream9470]

Why on earth did they leave everything but the uterus itself the first time around? Normal procedure is to take the tubes, uterus and cervix unless the patient wants the cervix left (to each their own but I was real happy to not need smears anymore).

[@idzit]

I had a robot-assisted laparascopic hysterectomy and salpingectomy in February. The first two weeks were pretty rough, but by the fourth week, I was ready to take walks and go about my day with minimal pain. I had a complicated pregnancy with retained products of conception which were removed in November, but the site of the removal never stopped bleeding, so they just removed the whole thing. No regrets.

[@lemir3559]

I just had one last month and had the same experience. The first two weeks were awful, but I'm at 4 weeks today and feel much better.

[@gabinat]

I had a total abdominal hysterectomy when I was 37 after dealing with extreme menstrual pain and infertility. I was opened from one hip to the other. Turns out I had severe endometriosis (which they could not totally remove without damaging other organs) and adenomyosis. After about a year or so of birth control pills to suppress my cycle, the endo on the other organs disappeared. While my recovery was long and difficult, my quality of life was improved exponentially.

[@susiewells734]

I was 39 when i had mine, the procedure was vaginally and they took my uterus and cervix, still have my ovaries, I had fibroids and was diagnosed as having andeomyosis .... its been since 2009 and i feel great and no issues after all these years. Thank you Lord! ❤

[@annapaulineogrady9184]

Did you have to sign something that they could have to take ovaries ? Not the plan but for insurance incase she goes in there and has to? Thanks for sharing i have enlarged uterus fibroids and I don't want ovaries gone because that makes hormones. But she called for apt just now saying about what I'll have to sign

[@susiewells734]

@annapaulineogrady9184 hi anna, my Dr was good, he told me prior to surgery that he would check them during the procedure, if they were no good, he would take, if they were good, they stay. So they stayed. It's been so long, I'm sure I probably did sign no matter the outcome. Thankfully i haven't had any issues, even to this present day. So make sure you speak thoroughly with your Dr so that it's a full understanding no matter the decision. I do pray you have a successful procedure #blessings

[@TheVioletWolf]

As someone who was sexually active before and after my ultra radical hysterectomy (EVERYTHING WAS REMOVED as I had cancer), it definitely affected sexual pleasure. All the tissue that contracts during orgasm is just... gone. It was a huge blow to sexual function and I had to make a huge adjustment in how approached (and saved) my sex life. From hormone therapy with estradiol, I ended up losing my gallbladder from stones, which is a side effect. The body and our ability to recover the way we do at times is mind-blowing.

[@lisaturtle1106]

I agree made my sex life hell!!

[@TheVioletWolf]

@lisaturtle1106 yeah... it's like you have to make the conscious decision to be aroused. Not like before when your body did the work and you had urges. I liken it to motorcycles... before my hysterectomy, I was like an electric ignition... just press a button and it's go time. Post hysterectomy is like a kickstart. You can get the engine running, but it takes some elbow grease, a strong will, and some old-fashioned e-f-f-o-r-t. Like I have to debate sometimes between wanting to have sex or keep reading my REALLY good book on the bedside table... it's a travesty.

[@denisezzz4251]

Yep. And Drs don’t generally bother to prepare women for the change.

[@sarahursula-zw8gw]

i hear you ,its a good thing most people don't need ultra radical hysterectomies

[@catc7959]

I find this interesting. Four years after my radical H, I developed pancreatitis and had my gallbladder removed. At no point was it ever mentioned that my HRT, also estradiol, might cause gallstones. Fortunately, I haven't had issues on the sex side, but I've developed adhesions that have moved my bladder out of position again.

[@KelliK117]

I had a total hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophrectomy (was supposed to be done vaginally then had to convert to laparoscopic but one ovary was adhered very strongly to my intestine so they converted to an open abdominal surgery...recovery really sucked) at age 30 for endo/adeno and don't use HRT. I did in the beginning but I'm 7 years post op and don't require it now. Quality of life is so much better than when I was living in constant pain.

[@gardenfairy351]

Estrogen matters might be a good book for you to read. Non-oral estrogen and natural progesterone do important things in our bodies. Prevent osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease with the appropriate forms.

[@HLS70]

Thanks for this!!!! I had a total hysterectomy 5 years ago due to fibroids thinking it was only a partial because they left the ovaries etc. This was very informative!

[@deedawson6074]

Where I am that is still called a ‘total’. Which I had too. Womb and cervix removed.

[@LeeB5]

When I was 68, I had a complete hysterectomy due to endometrial cancer(very early stage). My awesome surgeon removed everything vaginally, and it was the easiest, most pain-free surgery I have ever had! Recovery was very quick, (Rested 2 days), no side effects, surgery was in the morning and I was home by 6pm! Amazing! Sometimes I even forget I had cancer! ❤️

[@lemongrabloids3103]

I’ve had a total hysterectomy and my sex life has improved ten fold since removing it.

[@suesmith3744]

I’m happy for you truly , it was the final nail in the coffin for mine …

[@mireadossantos4610]

I had my uterus removed when I was 52 due to a huge tumor I had. I entered menopause because of it and my sex life changed to pain. So at the end the only thing good about it was getting the tumor out and no period pain, but I got a different pain in return, the sex pain.

[@stephaniedixon8299]

Yeah, it’s not all good. You will have changes post surgery. For some, I suppose the trade off is worth it.

[@mireadossantos4610]

Hysterectomy has different effects in people some good others not so good. In my case having intercourse became hell (and that is the right word) nothing that I could use helped. I think if you are still young it'll work wonders .

[@stephaniedixon8299]

Vaginal atrophy is never a good outcome.

[@akutheoctopus7584]

I'm a transmasculine person, and I'm considering getting a hysterectomy. I've read my fair share of medical articles about the different types and the outcomes, but it's always nice to have an actual person explain it to you, with a great way of showing it too! Kudos to the person who donated the organ, and thanks a lot for this video.

[@iloveyouhecried]

The title says woman like wtf

[@flypinkswimmeltedkat4469]

@@iloveyouhecrieddo you not know what trans masculine is?

[@gardenfairy351]

@@flypinkswimmeltedkat4469 No, do you? All these new, made up terms.

[@pce4856]

i think it'd be useful to look at the long term consequences of a hysterectomy. specially if you get your ovaries removed too.

[@Grouch3682]

I’ve been looking into it as well. Having PCOS means getting gender euphoria from the non conventional secondary sex traits Ive got from it, but if it means I get ovarian cancer I’d rather just remove the whole thing along with the teet yeet ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@Anuyushi]

I had a full/ultra radical hysterectomy last year at 21. I'm so happy, I feel more free and comfortable with myself.

[@20PINKluvr]

But.. early menopause!!! Removal of ovaries can cause such that

[@Anuyushi]

@@20PINKluvr Yes, I'm in early menopause, I'm happy with myself

[@JessieI]

May I enquire as to what brought the surgery on?

[@Anuyushi]

@@JessieI It was completely elective

[@liasugar2138]

Do you feel sexual desire,as before?

[@boogiebear3095]

I had laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. I had two incision. Navel and pelvis. I’m thankful my doctor diagnosed me at a young age (22)

[@NavajoSunBeauty]

My OB/GYN was encouraging me to have a hysterectomy after I had my last baby at 42 yrs old. I refused because there was no medical need to have it done. I am 59 yrs old and still going strong with all my lady parts ❤

[@samanthaortiz767]

Thank you to everyone in the comment section too for sharing your own personal stories!!❤️❤️I find it very empowering and inspiring, I used to think it was a bad thing (I was always told I’d be a terrible mom, so I don’t want kids I’m 21) so hearing about these makes me feel better knowing there’s other women that don’t want kids either and people that are accepting that some of us don’t want kids, comment section passed the vibe check!

[@Luciele]

I'm 36 years old. Never wanted Kids. Me and my husband where very clear about that at the beginning of our relationship (19 years ago). Two weeks ago i had my total hysterectomy (without removing the overies, in my country its also called total even if these are left). I needed one because my period was out of hand. I basically bled 3 weeks every month. The reason: my hormones where out of balance and my uterus produced to much uterine lining and not all of it was removed every month. That led some cells to form a precancerous stage. Hormones where not an option. Never felt so good in my live. The operation was good and without complications, i left the hospital after 3 days (3 to 4 days are normal). No pain.

[@samanthaortiz767]

@@Luciele I’m very happy to hear that your life improved from it, I love knowing how beneficial it’s been to others!!! It sounds so scary knowing that some cells could turn into that! I didn’t even know that, I’ve been using birth control for the past 3 years because my period is too painful to handle, I can’t walk and I’m getting tired having to rely on the birth control to take the pain away, and not to mention having weight gain

[@msprecious3498]

My 27 yr old girls don’t either . The beauty of life is you don’t have to !

[@13KcMagicGirl13]

I don’t want children either there is a lot of women out there. I don’t want children look up child free by choice.

[@msprecious3498]

Just because someone tells you and assumes you would be a bad mom doesn’t mean it’s true ! You’re only 21 ! When you turn 30 or even younger and feel different you may want to change your mind. You still have some maturing to do and you have that feeling go for it ! NO ONE should tell you what to do, it’s your life ! I at 21 was very immature . I had twins at 31 and at a son at 33- best decision in my life !

[@alyria76]

I had a laparoscopic total hysterectomy a few years ago and you just explained what was done to me so much better than my doctor. Thanks for this video!

[@onedaysai0]

I had a total hysterectomy (including uterine tubes) 4 weeks ago due to massive fibroids. It was done laparoscopically, cut up, and taken out vaginally so I didn't get to see a pic. This video is super cool.

[@CruisingMakesMeHappy]

I had the same surgery for massive fibroids almost 4 weeks ago as well. I didn't experience any post-op pain, and recovery has been fast. I am thankful my surgeon was able to perform the robotic surgery. This was the best experience, and I would do it all over again. I hope you're doing okay and your recovery is going well. Take care. TFS! ❤

[@onedaysai0]

@@CruisingMakesMeHappy I'm glad yours went so well! Recovery is going extremely well for me though I'm glad I took 6 weeks off work. I'm in no pain but I have a time limit (about an hour-ish)on basic activities before I start experiencing discomfort or become very tired. Each week has been exponentially better and I'm now doing basic chores and cooking again. Cheers to no more painful, heavy periods!

[@CruisingMakesMeHappy]

@onedaysai0 thank you. I'm glad recovery is going well for you. Take it slow, and don't overwork yourself. I agree! Cheers to no more painful, heavy periods! 😀❤️

[@maryl4620]

I had a complete hysterectomy at 50. There was no cancer present just very heavy periods. My doctor said i should have ovaries removed since they dry up and produce no hormones after age 50. I went through hell after that surgery there were so many changes in my body which were all bad. My bad should have gotten a second opinion.

[@user-mh3el1ho8s]

Я , вас розумію. Вже півтора року, живу в аду, після тотальної гістеротомії. Дуже жалкую, що це зробила.

[@whisper4379]

I’m preparing to have a partial hysterectomy at the end of the year (that was soonest dr could do it) and it took 20 years fighting to get it. Not only do I want to be sterilized, I’ve also been having medical problems that I’m told this procedure would solve. Drs will fight tooth and nail to deny you access to sterilization by stating you need to have multiple kids and be in your 40s first, even when it has medical benefits, and this needs to change.

[@midnitethedsixl4601]

That is disgusting. Us women have control over our bodies and our life choices, and it sickens me that doctors refuse to sterilize women who don't want children or don't have any but want it because sterilization will prevent medical emergencies and problems. I will never have kids, but I know doctors won't bless me with a sterilization because I'm 23. I hate to hear that you fought for 20 years to have it done, but best wishes the procedure goes well!

[@rebeccahicks2392]

@@midnitethedsixl4601 Bear in mind that it doesn't JUST mean not having children. Also means menopause 20+ years early, loss of bone density, etc.

[@tianamarie989]

Have you ever thought about why they have these guidelines? I've read it's because of the massive amount of regret afterwards, even with medical issues. You have no idea how you'd react afterwards. Once it's gone it's gone. There's also complications that happen after these parts are removed. There are reasons some surgeries shouldn't be done. Theres also the route of least invasive therapy that Healthcare follows.

[@tianamarie989]

​@@midnitethedsixl4601it can also cause a host of other problems. It's also not disgusting for doctors to have and use guidelines because of past incidents. Yall need to look at the bigger picture with this one.

[@midnitethedsixl4601]

@@rebeccahicks2392 My comment was in response to OP saying she has medical issues already that will be solved by a hysterectomy. Me talking about wanting sterilization didn't mean to rip out my whole uterus, it meant just make me not be able to get pregnant, since there are ways of doing that without removing the whole baby maker lol

[@terrilreece8045]

The best decision I ever made was to have a hysterectomy. Endometriosis plagued me from the beginning of my periods at age fifteen. I suffered for twenty five years. Pain, infertility and the mental aspects of dealing with endometriosis took a tremendous toll on me. I’m so thankful for this procedure and my amazing doctors. I’m a totally different person now.

[@Tisbilly]

Ah, mine started at age fifteen too. Glad I’m not the only one

[@occultustactical6138]

A woman we know was asked if she will ever have any more children. She said to my youngest 2:30 daughter “No sweetheart I can’t. I lost my Uterus.” My daughter oh that so sad. Do you want me to go look for it?

[@mspears_bobobuddytheseniorcat]

I was just in the ER the other day and have the most painful cyst on my ovary that feels like a scolding hot bear trap mixed with horrible nerve pain! I've been wondering about hysterectomy and interesting timing this popped up! I can't function with this extreme pain and pray it goes away!

[@JM-vh7oc]

If you are done having children, I would go for the hysterectomy. I had mine at 35 and was a real game changer - it was the best thing I ever did.

[@mspears_bobobuddytheseniorcat]

@@JM-vh7oc Really? I’m so scared! Thank you for telling me that you had a positive experience!

[@jessicaf9486]

I just had a hysterectomy on 4/21 of this year (I am 39). The recovery has been interesting. I still have my ovaries but everything else is gone. I get “cramps” when I ovulate but to know a period will not follow is such a great feeling!

[@DJRenee]

Try BLACKSEED OIL everyday and see if you get relief over the next 3 months.

[@onebecaley]

Find a doctor that will do the surgery after evaluation of your needs.

[@eternitydoor]

Had full one six months ago. Best thing ever. Really annoying though that docs just DON'T want to do the surgery even when there's valid medical reasons. You have to really push for years even after you've had kids. Mine was non invasive surgery and took three years of continued pushing to get allowed. Worst part was a severe reaction to anesthesia. Interesting to see a video about it. No more worries each month I'm going to bleed out! (Blood clotting issues plus severe issues with my last pregnancy where if I get pregnant again it's life threatening) I'm lucky because they found endometriosis beginning and were able to remove it before it became a problem

[@MdnightWnd]

It sounds like you and I had similar issues with the heavy periods/clotting, etc. I always had long, heavy and painful periods. I got pregnant (unexpectedly) and had my daughter when I was 37. When my period started a few months after I gave birth it was even worse. I was bleeding so much that I couldn't go anywhere because I would soak through the most absorbent pads in an less than an hour. Thankfully my doctor was great and told me he'd do a total hysterectomy without any arguments. They found stage 4 endometriosis when they were doing the surgery. It was wrapped around my bowels and bladder. They removed as much as they could, but since my ovaries weren't removed the endometriosis is back and tethering some of my organs together again and causing pain. I'm going to be scheduling surgery for that soon. It's been about five years since that hysterectomy so I'm not completely surprised since there's a high likelihood of recurrence within that time period. I thought that risk was worth not having to go through menopause before age 40, but sometimes I wonder.

[@TheJett1904]

I had a similar experience re bad reaction to anesthesia. That was in 2014 and my blood pressure still skyrockets when I go to sleep.

[@Black-Swan-007]

I'm 33 and I'm 10 days away from the one year anniversary of my total hysterectomy. I had unexplained, uncontrolled bleeding for more than two months and I asked my OBGYN for a hysterectomy. She didn't hesitate. My cervix, uterus, and tubes were taken. My ovaries were left to prevent me from going into menopause (and also they weren't the thing bleeding lol) My hysterectomy was a combination of robotic assisted laparoscopic and vaginal. I have four tiny little scars on my belly were the ports were and they have healed very nicely. This was the best decision I could have made for myself and I'm so happy with the results. If anyone has any questions about it, feel free to ask! I'm an open book! ^^

[@zerotodona1495]

You’re the worse person to ask. You’re going to trick girls to destroy their bodies for no reason.

[@fireflyfox93]

I got a hysterectomy a few months ago and it has been the best choice I've ever made 💙 Life without a uterus is everything I had hoped for.

[@Stella.22g]

You look too young 😢

[@karkador]

@Stella.gs22 yup. too young to have monthly chronic pain and stress about accidental pregnancy. too young to have a fetus kicking and stealing nutrients (all your teeth can fall out from pregnancy btw..) too young to have kids running around sucking up time and money. too young for all of that and more

[@tynj4173]

@skylarp8689 It's hilarious how people advocating for caution gets snowflakes like you so riled up. It's a risky thing, minds change. She still has the right to and most everyone agrees on that, doesn't mean you should go about making a permanent decision all willy nilly. That's all she was saying. Calm your tits lmfao

[@sonyaj66]

Good for you! 😃🙌🏼. I wasn't able to have one until I was 49...but it was the single best thing I've ever done for my health. And yes, the FREEDOM that comes from getting rid of one's uterus is indescribably amazing: freedom from unwanted pregnancies; freedom from cancer; freedom from nausea-producing cramps, ruined clothing, and being a slave to your stupid period, and shelling out stupid amounts of money for products to deal with it.

[@rue2599]

I've been wanting one since I had PMS and cramps at ten

[@katie7795]

I had a total abdominal hysterectomy at 31. I'd had a lot of trouble with my periods since 13 and tried everything. Endometriosis was ruled out from a prior laprascopic surgery and it was thought with 99% certainty that adenomyosis was the problem. The only way to confirm it 100% was pathology of the uterus after removal. In the end they didn't find anything and the cause is still unknown. But I don't care, problem solved, best thing I ever did and zero regrets. Uterus caused problems in my sex life too so that also improved a lot. If I could've brought the thing home and burned it at the stake I would have!

[@magical571]

my god how i envy you! good thing you got rid of the issue

[@shaniay167]

Women need to be made aware of the psychological effects of losing their wombs. I went through a grieving period losing my womb it affected my mental health and physical well-being and was the 14:30 worst decision I have ever made.

[@KatieHellOnHeels8277]

Yes, exactly. I had a total hysterectomy with 1 ovary removed on June 26...as soon as I came to in the recovery room, I started crying uncontrollably. I still get crying episodes where I just all of a sudden start bawling. You are so right about your emotions when it comes to having your womb taken out. I had pre-cancerous cells ( Atypical Endometrial Hyperplasia) which is why I had decided to get this done.

[@suesmith3744]

My hysterectomy was necessary to save my life , I was 28 and mentally it bought me to my knees , I grieved the loss of my womb , my womanhood , oh boy did I grieve . Doctors do not make you aware that this can happen and I thought that I was going mad ‼️

[@DreamQuillRose]

I had a complete hysterectomy including ovaries due to huge ovarian cysts (size of oranges) that caused a lot of pain and once made me almost pass out in the street. I had them taken out at 27 and then they came back 8 years later, causing pain and getting in the way of other organs to the point where I actually couldn't urinate without physically pushing on my lower abdomen to squeeze it out of me. I told the doctor, "This time take it all out. I'm not going to keep coming back here." The other reason I had it done was because I wanted to see if what other post-menopausal women had told me was true, and it was: I stopped having debilitating migraines! I didn't have a single migraine for 6 years, and when I started getting headaches again they were half as bad, no longer made me throw up, eyes not nearly as sensitive to light, etc. I've been on hormone replacement therapy (plant-based estradiol) for 14 years with no problems. One of the best things was that I discovered how much I loved listening to the full range of music. Any kind of low thumming or base used to trigger migraines, but after my hysterectomy, I discovered that listening to intrumental music or deep sound effects in movies was moving, exciting, thrilling, rather than painful. I even bought a surround sound system! I had no idea what I was missing out on.

[@thatsandichic]

I had a full abdominal hysterectomy when I was 33. Best decision ever. My periods had me in bed for the first 2 - 3 days and lasted a full seven days. When my OB/GYN said he would do the hysterectomy, I cried with relief, knowing the pain and dizziness from the monthly literal drain from my body was finally going to be over. I'd already had both of my kids and my husband had had a vasectomy so I had no need of this organ that was causing me so much pain and other issues! I had both kids via c-section so they went in through my c-section incision line. My OB/GYN also did the Burch procedure to make sure I didn't end up incontinent. It's been 22 years since my hysterectomy and I still don't pee when I cough so I'd say my OB/GYN did a fantastic job!

[@jaycee812]

I had a total abdominal hysterectomy, bilateral salpingo oophorectomy, omentectomy, appendectomy and lymph node dissection. I have been doing research myself about what I went through. Excited to have you guys educate us about this

[@fierysoul1357]

Maybe I’m misunderstanding your comment, but oh my goodness, how do you not fully understand what you got removed if you consented to those surgeries?

[@vancel35]

@@fierysoul1357 I'm sure it was an emergency procedure or they described it in layman's terms like removing the uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix, upper vagina, all of it.... and she's probably reading up on what all had to be done to actually accomplish it.

[@fierysoul1357]

@@vancel35 The idea they described it in layman's terms makes more sense, although (and I'm purely speculating because normally these surgeries are performed due to cancer where everything is too damaged to function at a reasonable level, more so the radical hysterectomy than the appendix, lymphnode, and omentum removal) if these were emergency surgeries, that would imply something awful happened to require them.

[@mimihall7250]

Hello, my name is Mimi and I’m recovering from cancer treatment. Please like this comment so he sees my question! My question is, what about young adults who no longer ovulate after finishing chemotherapy and so the doctor says I can either take a progesterone pill every three months for the rest of my life to induce a super painful period or get a hysterectomy. Can you address this one? I don’t know what to do and I already have severe neuropathy in my legs, my vagina, uterus and bladder are constantly inflamed and I can’t get any relief because nobody knows why 😢

[@lolapop87]

Its nice to see so many people loving how this procedure changed their lives. Im considering it myself as i have such heavy monthly bleeding that i cant leave the house for 2 days of the 7 and require regular iron infusions.

[@PoeticHeart]

I have used herbs for so many things and they work. There are herbs for excessive flow and dessicated liver capsules is the best for iron deficient anemia. It is the only thing that worked for my family. It's good for you in general and no side effects like iron can. I had severe endometriosis and after my hysterectomy still had terrible pain, that is when I really got into herbs.

[@jillmartin3951]

Get rid of it, it's life changing. We are not compelled to be walking incubators. No more periods painful or otherwise. It is so liberating

[@sherman1280]

I had a robotic hysterectomy in May because I had a bunch of rather large fibroids. Honestly, the worst parts of the recovery process were the CO2 gas that was trapped in my chest and shoulder for several days, and not being able to do anything other than walk and sit for 6 weeks. I’m all healed up and back to my regular weightlifting routine.

[@chocolate9726]

I totally agree I had mine may 1st I feel great I'm at six weeks post op the gas was the worst in 3/4 days I felt better and took it easy a couple weeks.So far so good

[@sherman1280]

@@chocolate9726 I’m 13 month post op now and feel absolutely fabulous. I’m glad to hear you’re doing well, and I hope things just keep getting better for ya!

[@msjulie9592]

Awesome breakdown of the different types. In 2005 at the age of 35 I had a total hysterectomy. I had suffered from the age of 12 with the worst periods and then the fibroids came later. My procedure was abdominal with a transverse incision. The only issue I had was with the staples. My body didn't like them so my GYN removed them and I had an open wound that my mother (a nurse) cleaned and packed daily until it closed. It was kinda freaky walking around with an opening in the abdomen even though it was covered. The scar is straight and looks like a pencil line. Pretty incredible how the body works some things out.

[@mewsyra775]

I had multiple surgeries for my hysterectomy because they wanted to save tissue. But from 2017-2020 I was in surgery about 5 times with complications and ovarian cysts (one of MANY of my female issues). I’ve been on estrogen patches since 2020 but I went through menopause right after the initial partial hysterectomy. I’m just glad my parts are gone because I’ve never lived a normal life until I had it done. My periods, cysts, endometriosis, and heavy heavy bleeding was overwhelming my life for so many years.

[@brigidvanparys2062]

I had such heavy periods that I was always anemic. I finally found a dr that would do a partial hysterectomy. Life became sooooo much better

[@cubanmami30]

I’m going thru that right now

[@SewardWriter]

I had a total for my 30th birthday. Best decision ever. After years of hard labour-equivalent pain, and periods up to a month long, I was ready. Turned out I had a rigid, stenotic cervix (about 2mm opening) AND adenomyosis. I passed clots up to 50mm across through that tiny hole. No wonder I was in hell from ages 13 to 30.

[@JessieI]

WOW! I can see how painful that would be.

[@PanRiddle1]

I had a total hysterectomy 6 weeks ago due to cancer, very interesting to see this! Thank you for explaining👍🏻

[@tlcforeveryoung3821]

I had a partial hysterectomy at 35. Best thing I ever did for myself. 😊

[@casoriginal]

Having a hysterectomy was the best surgery I ever had. I still have my ovaries, but noticing the chin hair coming, they are not working so well anymore. It is so neat getting to see what it looks like outside of the body. When you think about it, it seems that they should be bigger.

[@JM-vh7oc]

Agree with you - never regretted it even for an instant. Best thing I ever did..

[@nickiminaj0882]

So ur ovaries don't work well without ur uterus? Why is that?

[@traceyallen4351]

They are still working. Your ovaries also produce testosterone and another hormone. Welcome to the hairy chin club.

[@Daesma999]

Right? I was surprised when I learned how tiny it actually is. But somehow it makes sense. I'm gonna have mine soon enough too because it's useless for me (gender affirmation surgeries imcoming)

[@casoriginal]

@@Daesma999 Good luck! I hope it goes well for you.

[@JustmahWay]

I'm a trans guy and i had a total hysterectomy + the removal of the ovaries.

[@Lenny-wx2ss]

I'm happy for you, I'm still waiting to get testosterone😢 Did you get the phalloplasty too?

[@JungleKittie5280]

My Complete Hysterectomy was done in Jan 2014 & I was soooooooooooo happy cause I suffered from Fibroids & knowing that I wouldn't in constant pain & have awful bleeding anymore, I "Hi-5'd" everyone in the Recovery Ward!!!!🖐🏿😁🖐🏿😁 Never having pain/painful periods again was a Game-Changer for sure!!!!!! Plus, not having to get Pap Smears anymore makes me beyond happy as well!!!!😁😁

[@alycejohnson9772]

Mine was done same time too! Thank God!!

[@idread3523]

Since it's been several years how has you sex life , arousal, climax changed?

[@ReyOfLight]

I’m approaching 10 years out. Having a hysterectomy is the best medical decision I’ve taken! I had very bad period pain both during and between periods, I had very heavy periods and my periods would usually last 7-10 days at a time. I also wasn’t helped by hormonal contraceptives and Mirena along with Cerazette ruined my pelvic joints for life (I have hEDS). I was at my wits end both physically and mentally by the time I had my surgery, and I felt better 3 days post op after a TAH (Total Abdominal Hysterectomy, so open surgery and my scar looks like a cesarean scar) than I did the day before surgery. Evicting Lord Voldemort (yes, my uterus had a name) was instant relief in so many ways for me! The post op pain also responded well to painkillers which the uterus pain didn’t. I didn’t just get rid of the pain and periods, my IBS improved by a lot when there’s no longer a cramping uterus triggering the IBS, and it also greatly improved or even cured my migraines. I’ve now been migraine free (or only very mild migraines) since soon after my surgery. I only have my ovaries left now, I was very young when having my surgery (turned 28 a few weeks post op) so it was in my best interest to keep ovaries as they weren’t diseased and keeping my own hormones was the better option as HRT is never the same. But yeah, uterus and cervix are gone and good riddance! Think they removed the tubes as well but not sure, I just do know the ovaries are still in there. I’m now nearing 38 and have had no issues from my surgery during these almost 10 years since surgery. No adhesions or anything. I’m just feeling more stable hormone wise and never have to worry about getting periods at the most inconvenient times

[@56658]

Just wondering, how did the IUD ruin your pelvic joints?

[@wsm-4839]

So no menopause issues/symptoms?

[@Beattherapist2deathinsexdreams]

I want a full hysterectomy & full vagina removal

[@MusicGamesLife]

@@56658IUDs are specifically made to incite an inflammatory reaction. This inflammation isn't limited to the immediate area, it can easily spread to nearby structures in the pelvis and abdomen. As an example, IUDs were actually found to increase antibodies directly associated with developing Rheumatoid Arthritis, a chronic joint disease, by over 250% in a study from 2014. Part of having hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) is that your joints are weaker and more prone to injury and other issues, so stuff like inflammation causes even bigger problems than it would for someone with regular joints. Chronic inflammation can lead to permanent joint damage.

[@ReyOfLight]

@@56658 I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a genetic connective tissue disorder that affects your collagen and causes a wide array of issues, joint laxity being the most common and well known. The hormones in the Mirena IUD made my pelvic joints more lax so I am now dealing with SI joint issues similar to what a pregnancy can cause, only the hormone levels during pregnancy are a lot higher and for a longer time than me just having a Mirena IUD for about 7 months and taking mini pills. Quite frankly, even now almost 10 years later, I can just try to sit up in bed to get up and have an SI joint (most often the right side) slide out of place ever so slightly so I get completely locked in place until it goes back in again. I can’t even be helped up while my SI joint is out because I just can not move to a seated position at all then. I can also have an SI joint going out some if I’m just laying in bed and just bend my legs a bit or put one foot over the other, it just takes nothing for it to happen. I did not have these issues to this extent before the IUD

[@janw491]

After suffering horrendous periods and subsequent low esteem for years AND having had the two wonderful children I wanted I finally had a hysterectomy at 40. Best thing I ever did free from having to worry about the time of the month and able to live a better life.

[@kittiewoodheath4140]

This is what happens to a woman after a hysterectomy- she begins living life instead of being controlled by a monthly demon. I had a partial hysterectomy at 40, ovaries still intact. BEST THING EVER. My periods started becoming unbearable at 15 years old, but nobody is going to listen to a dramatic teen. They got worse after I had my kids, but I was told that was normal and it would resolve itself. By 30, I was bleeding 20 days out of the month, and had severe anemia on top of excruciating cramps that wouldn't even allow me to walk. I begged for help, I got BC pills and a lecture about sucking it up and taking ibuprofen (from male docs, of course 🙄). It took my mother dying from endometrial carcinoma, and discovering 2 other immediate female family members died from it, to get anybody to take me seriously. Pathology revealed I had adenomyosis, stage 3 endo (on kidneys and bladder,too), dermoid cysts, fibroids the size of golf balls, one of my fallopian tubes was completely scarred shut, and a pea sized carcinoma. It saved my life, and I can actually ENJOY life. I didn't choose to be born with these parts or what they do, but I'm sure glad my surgeon chose to listen to me and remove them.