uterous removal???
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My aunt had this done. Best thing she ever did quote on quote.0
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Had my uterus removed when I was 32 (i'm 55 now). Left my ovaries in so I did not need hormone replacement until I started menopause. no problems. Would do it all over again without hesitation.
I was 38. Same as this...^^^^^^
I was 25...had pre cancer cells on my cervix. I'mm 55 now and would do it all over again. I loved not having a period!0 -
My aunt had this done. Best thing she ever did quote on quote.
You are brave to show up here :blushing: :flowerforyou: , thanks for the comment!!!0 -
I had my uterus removed about 6 years ago when I was about 38. I had issues though. .monthly pain..finally said it was adnemyosis which is like endometriosis but inside the uterus. It was the best thing I ever did! I still have my ovaries so no issue there, recovery wasn't bad and I have boy/girl twins so I was all done with it.
Good luck
I had this too! I had my hysto when I was 28 and I am 38 now. Best thing ever! My recovery was only 3 weeks. I was back at work (office job) a week after surgery. It was done vaginally so there was no major incision. I still have one of my ovaries and have not had any problems!0 -
Go look up Uterine Oblation.
I would have that done before I had mine removed. My boss had it done because she was having her period every couple of weeks. It is done in the dr's office and she says it is the best thing she ever had done.0 -
My mom had a hysterectomy and does not need hormone replacement because she still has both of her ovaries. I had a tumor on my ovary and had to have it removed completely. I still don't need hormone replacement because I have one working ovary.0
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Well, all I can add is that since I had mine done...it's been great. No periods is the best thing EVER! I was young as well but had all the kids I wanted. The post op part will be ok if you have help with the kids. Whatever decision you make along with your Dr..I'm sure will be the right one for you. Again, Good Luck!0
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I just had hysterectomy in October because of adnomyosis. Piece of cake surgery. Surgery was Monday morning, home Wednesday morning. Very little to no pain and back to work in six weeks. Could have gone earlier but did not mind being home getting lots of things accomplished around the house. It was the best option for me. As for costs, fortunately I have full coverage insurance.0
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OMG Why would you want to remove your uterous when there is nothing wrong with it? SERIOUSLY this is major surgery....there are many other options much less intrusive. Have the ablation....it's easy, it stops your periods, it's relatively inexpensive, it leaves your body in tact for the most part....why subject yourself to needless surgery? If you were my daughter we'd be having many serious conversations....don't do this to yourself! PLEASE check out other options before you commit to this needless surgery.0
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I was 25...had pre cancer cells on my cervix., ...... i had treatment with lasers and a cone biopsy , by the time i was 28 my periods were so painful but not heavy so much as clots due to the massive lump that had grown across my cervix . i decided to have a coil fitted to stop getting pregnant. i lay in the surgery legs in the sirups, while the doctors took it in turns to look. i was told to go home and the consultant himself took me into hospital i could not be put to sleep but was given a hysterectomy by the injection in the spine.One overy was removed and the tubes. i had a massive malignant cancer, if i hadnt had it done i wouldn't be here now. the overy stopped working so i was put onto hormones, then i got a secondary lump in my breast, this was removed and the hormones stopped so i went into the change . this isnt an operation to have just because you dont wont children, i went through the after effects depression a loss of being a woman. but im here to tell the tale.0
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OMG Why would you want to remove your uterous when there is nothing wrong with it? SERIOUSLY this is major surgery....there are many other options much less intrusive. Have the ablation....it's easy, it stops your periods, it's relatively inexpensive, it leaves your body in tact for the most part....why subject yourself to needless surgery? If you were my daughter we'd be having many serious conversations....don't do this to yourself! PLEASE check out other options before you commit to this needless surgery.
I appreciate your concern, I really do. I have severe anemia so there is a reason for this surgery. When I bleed, I get extremely tired and my bleeding is abnormal. I bleed a lot for a long time. Since I don't have enough blood to begin with (I tried to donate the other day but they wouldn't let me) I really can't afford to lose all the blood during that time of the month every month. I bleed for at least 8 days out of the month. It is not a good situation. All these ladies telling me that they shouldn't have waited so long are really influencing my opinion. Several anemic ladies are singing the praises of getting a hysterectomy too. Whatever decision I will make will be an informed one. I have 3 beautiful children so I don't want any more. The ablation will make the periods lighter but will not necessarily sterilize me. I do not want any more kids and could never get an abortion if I got pregnant. Taking my uterous would take that risk too and leaving the ovaries would stop the hormonal issues I could possibly have. I will come back here tomorrow after talking to my doctor. Nothing happens quickly here in Denmark so I will most likely have a looooong time to think about things on a looooong waiting list.0 -
I was 25...had pre cancer cells on my cervix., ...... i had treatment with lasers and a cone biopsy , by the time i was 28 my periods were so painful but not heavy so much as clots due to the massive lump that had grown across my cervix . i decided to have a coil fitted to stop getting pregnant. i lay in the surgery legs in the sirups, while the doctors took it in turns to look. i was told to go home and the consultant himself took me into hospital i could not be put to sleep but was given a hysterectomy by the injection in the spine.One overy was removed and the tubes. i had a massive malignant cancer, if i hadnt had it done i wouldn't be here now. the overy stopped working so i was put onto hormones, then i got a secondary lump in my breast, this was removed and the hormones stopped so i went into the change . this isnt an operation to have just because you dont wont children, i went through the after effects depression a loss of being a woman. but im here to tell the tale.
wow I am glad you are here telling your story. I am so glad that they found your cancer!!! You are a real survivor!!!!0 -
I find it interesting and surprising that vasectomy is not covered by your state insurance. It is in my country. Do you know how much it would cost?
As to the hysterectomy, I had one due to fibroids and adenomyosis when I was 48. Left the ovaries, and like a lot of other posters was very happy with my decision, but it was major surgery. With huge fibroids, vaginal or laparoscopic was out of the question. I'd had an ablation, but it only helped for a few months.0 -
OMG Why would you want to remove your uterous when there is nothing wrong with it? SERIOUSLY this is major surgery....there are many other options much less intrusive. Have the ablation....it's easy, it stops your periods, it's relatively inexpensive, it leaves your body in tact for the most part....why subject yourself to needless surgery? If you were my daughter we'd be having many serious conversations....don't do this to yourself! PLEASE check out other options before you commit to this needless surgery.
I'm glad you're not my mother. The surgery is not as serious as you are making it out to be.0 -
Tubes tied?0
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I live in Denmark. The vasectomy was covered but with budget cuts, they decided that this was an elective surgery so it is not covered anymore. I think it costs a little over $10,000. Buuuuuuut if you read my posts you will read that there is a need for me to stop bleeding due to my anemia. I am getting a little annoyed having to constantly repeat myself.0
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uterine ablation doesn't always work, and if your doing that you need to have your tubes tied as you are not allowed to fall pregnant afterwards. I had this done and it was my last option before a hysterectomy. I had a hysterectomy over 3 yrs ago and took a long time to recover. I still have my ovaries. The way the hysterectomy is done varies between each person. I hoped i was ok to have it one of the 2 better ways, but I had to have the old fashion cut due to my problems and my uterus being too high!
It is something that needs to be thought about carefully. I had endometriosis and fibroids. I had my cycles lasting anywhere between 5 days to 3 wks with a day or so rest and then getting it again. I was anemic. Speak to your doctor/specialist about all the avail options. I am glad in a way now I have had it done, at the time it took me sometime to recover physically/mentally and emotionally. Everyone is different with the recovery too. Take your time to get all your info and do your research.0 -
I live in Denmark. The vasectomy was covered but with budget cuts, they decided that this was an elective surgery so it is not covered anymore. I think it costs a little over $10,000. Buuuuuuut if you read my posts you will read that there is a need for me to stop bleeding due to my anemia. I am getting a little annoyed having to constantly repeat myself.
Welcome to the forums. People need to answer so fast they don't bother reading the whole thread.
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I will come back here tomorrow after talking to my doctor. Nothing happens quickly here in Denmark so I will most likely have a looooong time to think about things on a looooong waiting list.
I wish you the best with whatever you decide. I know first hand how prolonged, heavy bleeding affects so many aspects of life. Hopefully you won't have to wait too long for whichever procedure you choose.0 -
So many young people getting hysterectomys. I could imagine that does a number on the psyche, especially if you haven't had children yet. I have 3 gorgeous children so I will most likely not miss my uterous (but I am aware I might actually feel differently if it happens) and I cerainly will not miss my period if this is the route I choose. I will make an informed decision regardless. I am a believer in modern medicine. I am not afraid of going under the knife, I just want to fix my problems.
I am a problem solver. Thanks so much for the well wishes !! At this point I am just excited to do away with the mirena!!! 0 -
oh and thanks for mentioning the ablation, I will definitely mention that to my doctor!! I will explore everything except hormones.0
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I had my uterus and one ovary removed when I was 34 and I am now 52, the reason I had it done was due to a huge tumor growing on my R ovary so while they were at it they took out the uterus,it took a while to recuperate from that.
I previously years before that had gotten a tubal ligation, that went fine.
I would not recommend a hysterectomy or a partial for birth control as I am reading others are saying, the vasectomy can be done on a Friday and your husband can go back to work on a Monday, but again if the cost is an issue then you need to make decisions based on what works all around for YOUR situation we are all different.0 -
If getting your husband sterilised will cost a lot of money, a hysterectomy (uterus removal) will cost WAY more. It is major surgery. It carries a lot more risk than vasectomy, requires general anaesthetic and vastly longer recovery time.
If she has health issues her insurance may cover it0 -
I had mine removed 13 months ago. I am 33, have 3 children and was having prolapse issues. My ovaries stayed. Other than a painful 2-3 weeks of recovery, I was fine and am very glad I had it done. My husband didn't want to have a vasectomy so I had Essure done about 6 months before this, not knowing I wouldn't need to but it definitely is 100% effective birth control!0
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looove 100% effective birth control. My friend is now due to give birth next month and she had the Mirena IUD in. My reasons are partially birth control, but that is not the main reason. My anemia is really taking a toll on me.0
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looove 100% effective birth control. My friend is now due to give birth next month and she had the Mirena IUD in. My reasons are partially birth control, but that is not the main reason. My anemia is really taking a toll on me.
Is your anemia due to your periods?0 -
Mine wasn't for birth control reasons either, but I consider it a nice bonus. And no periods is a pretty nice side effect too. I had mine done vaginally with pelvic floor repairs and I won't lie, I was in serious pain for several days and lingering discomfort for a few weeks. But it fixed my prolapse issues and I am glad I did it. My three children were 9 pounders and vaginal births took their toll. I do hear that laparoscopic results in an easier recovery, but that wasn't really an option for me.0
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where I live everyone has a right to health care and we pay very high taxes to insure that everyone gets the care that they need. Being sterilized is elective unless you have a good reason for it. It will cost my husband money to get a vasectomy but more than likely it will not cost me anything due to my anemia and losing a lot of blood every time I have a period.0
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no my anemia is due to my inability to absorb iron. I have to receive infusions every couple of months but the periods really drain me and I am not able to recover the blood loss.0
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I bet I could do it laperascopically. I don't have any other issues.0
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