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I'm terrified! Total hysterectomy, what can I expect?
Women's Health | Last Active: Jul 29 8:24am | Replies (30)Comment receiving replies
Hello. We were the same age when we had our hysterectomies, and I have found it challenging to cope with GI issues, painful intercourse, hot flashes, and joint aches since my surgical menopause.
Did you receive a cancer diagnosis? You mentioned that you were prescribed hormone pills. My first oncologist said I was not a good candidate for hormone therapy and suggested that we might discuss it again three years after my surgery.
It seems like they are not concerned, but I worry about the impact of not having hormones on my body, especially regarding cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and cognitive impairment. 🙁
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Did you ask for an explanation for determining you are not a candidate for hrt?
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I have not had a cancer diagnosis. Having cancer would be a reason for not having hormone replacement therapy. I went off the hormones at age 67. Only real difference I notice is finally my feet and hands are warmer and boy do bugs like to bite me now. Overall my body is warmer, but not flashes. I have always had super thick bones. Dr thinks that is genetic for me. Everybody is unique.