HYSTERECTOMY

Q. What is HYSTERECTOMY?

A. Removal of the uterus (womb) is called as hysterectomy.

Q. Why is it done?

A. If you are suffering from Fibroids, DUB (irregular bleeding - massive bleeding), genital cancers, endometrial cancer and other Gynecological problems that cannot be treated with medicines and removal of uterus becomes necessary.

Q. At what age it can be done?

A. You should delay hysterectomy if possible, till you are 40 - 44 years of age.

Q. By what method it can be done?

A. Open surgery, Vaginal surgery and laparoscopic surgery.

Q. Which is best method?

A. It varies from patient to patient, but vaginal is best.

Q. What will be the after effects of hysterectomy?

A. It leads to surgical menopause.

Q. Are ovaries also removed with hysterectomy always?

A. No, Ovaries can be left behind if they are healthy, so the menopausal symptoms can be delayed.

Q. After hysterectomy are health checks required?

A. Yes, they should be done regularly as advised by your doctor.