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Problems After Hysterectomy: Abdominal Pain & Cramps
Women's Health | Last Active: Jul 21, 2023 | Replies (98)Comment receiving replies
Hi. I have been having what seems to be a monthly menstrual cycle as I am cramping and spotting at the same time every month. I had a partial hysterectomy 10 years ago and my uterus and cervix were both removed. My OB/GYN did an ultrasound and didn’t find anything. She wants me to use estrogen inserts in case I might have a small tear that could be causing the spotting..... this makes no sense to me. If that were the cause, I should be spotting all the time, not on a monthly basis. I don’t know what to do.
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Hello @goldilocks22. Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. We are not medical professionals here on Connect. All of us come here to discuss, share, and offer support. I can see why you are worried about your symptoms.
Can I ask a few questions to help you in figuring out what to do?
What do you mean by a partial hysterectomy? Does this mean that you have bilateral fallopian tubes and ovaries intact? What was the original medical reason for removal of uterus and cervix?
What is your age?
Are you looking for another opinion? Did your gynecologist do any other tests other than the ultrasound? I'm having difficulty with the gynecologist's recommendations based on your symptoms and I would very much like to help you figure out your best course of action.