How did you feel after your hysterectomy?

Question

I had really bad post partum depression after my kids were born. It started about 3 days after their birth. I think it probably had to do with hormonal changes after the birth.I am worried if they remove my ovaries and uterus, it will cause me to be depressed from hormone loss. Did you have anything like this and should I be worried?

Answer 1

You will be having your ovaries, uterus, and fallopian tubes removed in what is called a Total hysterectomy with salipingo-oophorectomy. Following removal of the ovaries, in particular, you will experience menopausal symptoms. Some women will opt for hormone therapy, whereas others will turn to alternative medicine. Deciding whether or not to follow hormone therapy may not be an easy choice. Some researchers recommend this therapy to relieve menopausal symptoms as well as prevent osteoporosis, whereas others issue warnings about the increased risk of breast cancer and heart disease related to its use. What are the short-term risks and complications of a hysterectomy?
All surgery is not without its risks. Therefore, a list of the main risks and complications that could occur following hysterectomy includes:

serious infections that may require a woman to return to the hospital and be treated with antibiotics;
urinary problems, from a kidney or bladder infection to urinary incontinence (this risk is greater for radical hysterectomies);
hemorrhaging that may require blood transfusions;
severe reactions to the anaesthesia; and
intestinal problems if the intestines were damaged during surgery–some women may have to undergo another operation to remove any adherence* obstructing (blocking) their intestines.
*Adherence: Scar tissue that attaches organs together or can end up in an organ, blocking it and disturbing its function.

Regardless of the type of surgery you will undergo, make sure that you are aware of all the possible risks and complications. You have the right to clear answers to your questions.

What are the long-term risks and complications of a hysterectomy?
The main risks and complications that may occur after hysterectomy are:

Prolapse, which means the descent of an organ downwards. When the uterus is removed, other organs, such as the intestines and bladder can descend towards the bottom and lead to problems of constipation and/or urinary incontinence (problems or inability to control one's bladder). These types of prolapse can also lead to pain during penetration with a penis, finger or object into the vagina.
Menopause. When the ovaries are removed during hysterectomy, the quantity of hormones circulating in the blood drops sharply. Following this type of surgery, women who are not menopausal will become so. It is what is known as “surgical” or “sudden” menopause. Menopausal symptoms are then felt. The main symptoms of menopause are:
heat flashes;
vaginal dryness (lubrication problems);
fatigue;
night sweats;
irritability;
insomnia;
migraines, and
increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease.
Even if the ovaries are not removed, some women may be menopausal following the operation. In these cases, menopause is caused by a decrease in the amount of blood being fed to the ovaries. This prevents the ovaries from producing enough hormones. Sadness/mourning. To some women, losing their uterus is a sad and upsetting event. Their self-image as women may be affected following the operation. Some women may become depressed and experience a period of mourning, especially if they had wanted to become pregnant one day. The emotions experienced after a hysterectomy can also have a physiological cause. Removing the ovaries causes a drop in the hormone levels, which can provoke behavioural changes: irritability, crying fits, insomnia, etc. If this is your case, support from friends, family, a health professional or a support group can help you go through this period of change and adaptation. It is important to mention that, for some women hysterectomy will be a positive experience since the benefits far outweigh the complications from the operation.

Answer 2

my buddy pungent anne had a hysterectomy and she or he had tons of disorders,she mentioned she couldnt get lubricated and used to be alwasy dry,she mentioned she had a rough time with arousal and had no intercourse force, she mentioned her hubby tony began stepping out on her intent she couldnt get excited, deficient lady, pert close drove her nuts,now she makes use of ky jelly to stick lubed