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Hysterectomy
Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. The ovaries may also be removed, although this is not necessary for fibroid treatment. Hysterectomy is a permanent solution for fibroids, and is an option if other treatments have not worked or are not appropriate.
A woman cannot become pregnant after having a hysterectomy. If the ovaries are removed along with the uterus, hysterectomy causes immediate menopause.
Types of Hysterectomies
Once a decision for a hysterectomy has been...
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Hysterectomy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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... Read more »
Hysterosalpingography
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hysterosalpingography is an x-ray of the uterus and fallopian tubes that involves the injection of contrast (dye) through the cervix.Alternative... Read more »
Post surgical pain treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Alternative Names Treatment - post surgery Information Question: How is pain treated after surgery? Answer: There are... Read more »
Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Many patients with fibroids do not have symptoms. When they do, symptoms may include:Heavy Menstrual Bleeding. The most common symptom is prolonged... Read more »
Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Highlights
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Uterine FibroidsUterine fibroids, also called leimyomas or myomas, are non-cancerous growths that originate in the thick wall of the uterus. Fibroids... Read more »
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