What happens to you after have a hysterectomy?

After a hysterectomy, a woman will experience several changes in her body and life. These changes can be physical, emotional, and psychological.

Physical changes

After a hysterectomy, the ovaries may stop producing eggs, leading to reduced oestrogen levels. This can cause a range of symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, night sweats, mood swings, and decreased sex drive.

Women who have their uterus removed may also experience a feeling of fullness or pressure in the abdomen, as well as urinary incontinence.

Emotional and psychological changes

A hysterectomy can be a major life event for a woman, and it is common to experience a range of emotions afterwards, including grief, anger, sadness, and loss.

Some women may feel a sense of relief after their hysterectomy if they have been suffering from severe symptoms beforehand. However, it is important to note that a hysterectomy is not a cure for all gynaecological problems and some women may continue to experience symptoms after surgery.

Long-term effects

Although a hysterectomy is a common surgical procedure, there can be some long-term effects that women should be aware of.

These effects may include:

- increased risk of osteoporosis

- increased risk of heart disease

- increased risk of stroke

- early menopause

- decreased sex drive

- vaginal dryness

- urinary incontinence

- emotional and psychological problems

If you are considering having a hysterectomy, it is important to talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits of surgery.