If you’re getting a hysterectomy soon or thinking of getting one, don’t worry! You’re in good company, because according to the Center for Disease Control and prevention, hysterectomies are the second most common surgery for women.
At first, a hysterectomy can sound intimidating, but with some basic facts you’ll be able to set your mind at ease.
Preparing for Surgery
A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. The reason you’re getting the surgery will determine how much of the uterus needs to be removed – whether it be subtotal, total or radical, as well as how the surgeon will preform the procedure.
With modern technology, some surgeons can perform a minimally invasive robotic hysterectomy which shortens patient recovery times significantly.
Life after your hysterectomy will be different in some aspects, especially if your ovaries were removed and you begin menopause. However, many things will return to normal, like life before the hysterectomy.
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