Hysterectomy & Menopause?

Question

I am almost 45. I had an ectopic pregnancy in 1991, which was a horrible and painful (life threatening event) Then my periods were very heavy and painful. In 2001 I decided, without any sort of information (stupid, stupid me) to get a total hysterectomy. Now I have no sex drive, have problems orgasming, and my body has entirely changed. And the hot flashes! They're horrible and I only get them in the daytime. People think I just got out of the shower! If I worry too much about sweating, I sweat more. I am not on estrogen(it made me sick to my stomach) Has anyone else experienced this, and what can I do about my sex life? Thanks

Answer 1

Oh hun ! I'm so sorry!!! I'm 50 as of last Tuesday!! I had a total hysterectomy when I was 21. I only had hot flashes when I took my hormones and only had a sex drive when I did. Very few guys get turned on by sweat, huh. okay first go get some warming K.Y. jelly, to replace the moisture you lose. My gyno gave me a vibrator and said it's all still there except the incubator, find it! I didn't understand when she first said that, but eventually I turned off all the lights, locked all the doors, took the phone off the hook, etc. I'll drop the gory details but it worked. You have to learn to be real honest with yourself and your partner. Thank God I had a great partner. He was a friend that set and listened for hours.Then for the next 2 years he helped me prove to myself that I was still a desirable woman. You know how to get in touch with me if you want to talk further. good luck, and holler if you need to!!!!

Answer 2

Today's option for HRT for women who had total hysterectomy are abundant. There are hormones that use testosterone and there is plenty of evidence that a woman who has had her uterus and her ovaries removed—and gone through the surgical menopause that follows—will see a steep decline in testosterone production. Since the ovaries produce testosterone, levels plummet after the surgery. Some studies do show that, in these circumstances, testosterone supplements help improve sex drive and may alleviate some menopausal symptoms.

I can't tell you the generic names of the HRT that has testosterone in it, but I am sure your gynecologist can and I suggest you try it. Some women had great experience with this combination and their sex drive resumed to whatever it was or should be :)

Answer 3

Yes and Yes. When you have a hysterectomy your body goes into a defense mode. It is like menapause to your body because the ovaries no longer produce needed harmones. I had a hysterectomy in Dec 2006, and I have been on harmone therapy since. In the beginning I too had sweats, shakes, irration as in "biotching alot" and driving hubby crazy. My doctor and I discussed harmones and after 2 trials I found the one that is right for me. I take Enjuvia and it works. Since they removed everyhting, the uterus,ovaries,tubes, cervix, fundus all. I have no worry of the cervical cancer or uterin cancer some harmones can cause. Please talk to your doctor. There are herbal supplements available too for this problem you are having. Good luck and best wishes on a speedy recovery.

Answer 4

Try the hormone patches! They work great for relieving all those systems.

Answer 5

Sorry to listen to your case. Please visit a qualified gnaecologist. It would help you in the long run. Do not depend on advice by people/friends. :)
Your case can be definately be cured. Dont worry be happy.

Answer 6

to enjoy sex you need to feel good about your self.try to clear your head of bad thoughts.you are still all woman.go to your doctor he or she will help

Answer 7

but what if you can t take HRT. cancer survivor