Did you have pelvic pain following your hysterectomy? Did you have either adhesions or Interstitial Cystitis?
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IC stands for Interstitial Cystitis, which is also known as painful bladder syndrome. Symptoms of IC include intense pelvic pain, a persistent urgent need to urinate, many small urinations throughout the day and night, and pain during intercourse. Adhesions occur when internal scar tissue forms in such a way that it connects organs and tissues […] The post Did you have pelvic pain following your hysterectomy? Did you have either adhesions or Interstitial Cystitis? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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How does menopause affect your bones?
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When you think of bones, you might think of solid, hard objects. After all, they are the framework for your body. But your bones, as living tissues, are constantly changing. And rather than being solid as a rock, sometimes they are more like Swiss Cheese. THE GOAL: To keep your bones as strong as possible […] The post How does menopause affect your bones? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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Did you experience prolapse following your hysterectomy? Were you worried before your surgery that you would experience prolapse?
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2y ago
Having a hysterectomy does not mean you will develop pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in the future. Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the organs and structures in the pelvic region weaken and fall, and some women will be more predisposed to it than others. There are many risk factors for POP including age, obesity, pregnancy, vaginal […] The post Did you experience prolapse following your hysterectomy? Were you worried before your surgery that you would experience prolapse? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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Were you eligible to use the Family Medical Leave Act for your Hysterectomy? How did FMLA help you following your surgery?
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2y ago
Generally speaking, if your employer has 50 or more full-time employees, or if it fits the definition of a “public agency” (generally a governmental agency), you are covered by the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993. The Act entitles you to a total of 12 workweeks of leave during any 12-month period for one or […] The post Were you eligible to use the Family Medical Leave Act for your Hysterectomy? How did FMLA help you following your surgery? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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Have you had an anal fissure? How did your fissure heal?
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2y ago
An anal fissure is a small tear in the tissue of the anus. Anal fissures usually cause painful bowel movements and bright red blood on the toilet paper when wiping. Since fissures can be caused or aggravated by pressure on the lower rectum, such as from pelvic prolapse or rectocele protrusions, hemorrhoids may be present […] The post Have you had an anal fissure? How did your fissure heal? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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How do you maintain healthy bones during menopause?
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Menopause brings many changes to your body – even to your bones. Sadly many women don’t realize there’s an issue with their bones until a minor fall results in a trip to the emergency room for a broken bone. Thankfully, you do have options. The stronger your bones are going into menopause the better, but […] The post How do you maintain healthy bones during menopause? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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Did you bleed following your hysterectomy?
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2y ago
After a hysterectomy, you can continue to have menstrual cycles, complete with PMS, but you will not experience a period, or monthly bleeding. Here is why. Your menstrual cycle involves both your uterus and your ovaries. The ovaries produce the hormones that affect what happens inside of your uterus. During the initial phase of your […] The post Did you bleed following your hysterectomy? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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How did you communicate your needs to your husband for your hysterectomy?
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2y ago
Some nervous pre-op women sense that as their surgery date draws nearer, their spouse appears to “emotionally check out.” Unsupportive, nonchalant, disinterested, unconcerned—all these terms have been used to describe the demeanor of some husbands during their wife’s pre-op weeks. It can make the hysterectomy patient feel lonely as well as disappointed in the behavior […] The post How did you communicate your needs to your husband for your hysterectomy? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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How did you deal with v-zone discomfort?
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2y ago
The pain and discomfort of vaginal dryness can leave you hesitant to engage in sexual intercourse. And if you do try, it may be too painful and cause more bleeding–definite mood killers. Menopause can be a very uncomfortable transition for your body and one of the most common and frustrating complaints among women is noticeable […] The post How did you deal with v-zone discomfort? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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Were you worried about growing a beard after your hysterectomy?
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2y ago
A hysterectomy is the removal of your uterus, and not having a uterus will not cause you to grow a beard. Facial hair in women is the result of conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), Cushing syndrome, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, cancer of the adrenal gland or ovary, certain medications, hyperthecosis, or hormonal imbalance involving […] The post Were you worried about growing a beard after your hysterectomy? appeared first on HysterSisters Blog ..read more
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