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HYSTERECTOMY Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the uterus(womb) and cervix. The uterus or womb is where a foetus grows during pregnancy. The doctor can also remove the fallopian tubes and ovaries. You can’t become pregnant and no longer menstruate after this surgery. This surgery may be done for different reasons, including, Uterine fibroids that cause pain, abnormal bleeding, cancer, or other problems. Hysterectomies are performed mostly between the ages of 40 and 50. A hysterectomy is a major surgical procedure and can also be performed through an incision in the vagina or by a laparoscopic or robotic surgical approach which uses long, thin instruments passed through small abdominal incisions. FAQ What are the signs you need a hysterectomy? Some of the most common reasons your doctor might recommend a hysterectomy include Uterine fibroids, benign (non-cancerous) tumours in the uterus, and consistent, abnormally heavy periods. Is hysterectomy a major surgery? Hysterectomy is a major surgery with a long recovery, risks, and side effects. Depending on the type of surgery, you may experience symptoms of menopause and you may not be able to conceive after surgery. What changes can I expect after a hysterectomy? For most women, the biggest change is an improved quality of life. You should be free from symptoms that made the surgery necessary.

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