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Is a Hysterectomy Right For You (Part Two)
So, you're in pain and/or bleeding all the time and it's taking over your life. You're ready to rip your guts out but think a hysterectomy is a better way to go. Is it right for you? And if so, what are the repercussions, side effects and dangers?
A hysterectomy means different things to different people. It can mean the removal of the uterus, or removal of other reproductive organs. These can be performed in different ways. Here is how the experts describe these variances:
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