Recovery Time of Fibroid Treatment
When it comes to the different procedures that can remove uterine fibroids, the recovery time of each method is something to keep in mind. Some surgeries like a hysterectomy will require a few nights of hospitalization following the procedure, and take several weeks or even months of rest in order to fully recover. Other fibroid […]
Side Effects and Risks of a Hysterectomy
As we’ve covered in our previous articles, a hysterectomy, which is the surgical removal of the uterus and cervix, is one of the treatment options for women with uterine fibroids. And, like all surgeries, it comes with its own set of side effects and risks. One of the benefits of having a hysterectomy is that […]
Hysterectomy: Is This Treatment Option Right For You?
Though hysterectomy surgery was once common practice for women with fibroids, today there are many different options. However, depending on the severity of the fibroids and fibroid-related symptoms, some women may still opt to have a hysterectomy. Therefore, today let’s dive deeper into this surgical procedure, and cover the different types of hysterectomies, as well […]
Is a Hysterectomy an Option
In the past, treatment options for women with uterine fibroids were very limited. In fact, more often than not, one of the first lines of treatment was a hysterectomy. Though there are now many different treatment methods for women with uterine fibroids, a hysterectomy is still an option to consider, and sometimes it is necessary. […]
Hysterectomy, Far From The Only Treatment
Even in these modern times, in the United States, it is estimated that one in three women undergoes a hysterectomy by the age of 60. And sadly, research has shown that many of these procedures may have been completely unnecessary. In fact, a study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology found that […]