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Does Having A Total Hysterectomy Help Stop Migraines?
A hysterectomy is surgery to remove a womans uterus, or womb. The womb is the area where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant.
Alternative Names
Vaginal hysterectomy; Abdominal hysterectomy; Supracervical hysterectomy; Radical hysterectomy; Removal of the uterus; Laparoscopic hysterectomy; Laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy; LAVH; Total laparoscopic hysterectomy; TLH; Laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy; Robotically assisted hysterectomy
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During a hysterectomy,...
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10/22/07 #5: Experience with Lupron for post hysterectomy Migraine?
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From Our Sources
Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Not all women require treatment for uterine fibroids. A womans age and the severity of her symptoms are important factors in considering treatment... Read more »
Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Surgery
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
HysterectomyHysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. The ovaries may also be removed, although this is not necessary for fibroid... Read more »
Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Lifestyle Changes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
For fibroid pain relief, women can use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, generic) or naproxen (Aleve,... Read more »
Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Medications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Surgical Alternatives to HysterectomyMyomectomyA myomectomy surgically removes only the fibroids and leaves the uterus intact, often preserving... Read more »
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