A hysterectomy is a common surgical procedure many women undergo to treat a variety of health conditions specific to the female reproductive system by removing the uterus. There are variations of the procedure that include different parts of the reproductive system depending on the nature of the condition.
What Are 3 Reasons Hysterectomy Is Performed?
Some of the most common reasons your doctor might recommend a hysterectomy include Uterine fibroids, or benign (non-cancerous) tumours in the uterus. Uterine fibroids are the most common reason for a hysterectomy. Consistent, abnormally heavy periods.
What Happens To Women’s Body After A Hysterectomy?
Because your uterus is removed, you no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant. But your ovaries might still make hormones, so you might not have other signs of menopause. You may have hot flashes, a symptom of menopause, because the surgery may have blocked blood flow to the ovaries.