@cherelle @naturegirl5 My hysterectomy was in 2013 at 49 yrs old after heavy bleeding and fibroids caused severe anemia. I needed iron infusions for two years before and 6 months after surgery. The surgeon completed a vaginal hysterectomy (taking the uterus and cervix) She did not take my ovaries since they were well adhered to the abdominal wall as I never gave birth. (but I'm a momma to 3 grown kids!) I had post op complications. A hematoma occurred above the cuff that was created in place of my cervix.The hematoma was impossible to drain manually, so my vagina was packed (talk about uncomfortable!) and I remained on bedrest in the hospital for the next 48 hours.
Being anemic I was extremely fatigued. I expected to bounce back after 6-8 weeks post op but that didn't happen. Pain in my shoulder.hip and back I attributed to the anesthesia. My hormones were all over the place. I went from peri-menopapuse to menopause in a matter of 4 months. To help with the symptoms I went on a HRT patch called Climera for 2 years.
@cherelle I have a low sex drive now and since surgery a good deal of pelvic pain after sex.
Yes, every surgery is different but yet we are all the same. I hope I've discussed some of my issues that you have experienced.