tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post2931496907957443689..comments2024-01-29T23:40:39.265-05:00Comments on Hysterectomy - the Experts Speak Out: Hysterectomy Causes Heart DiseaseHERS Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08624611382874234485noreply@blogger.comBlogger95125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-44568541348151961632013-01-14T11:28:30.662-05:002013-01-14T11:28:30.662-05:00I had a hysterical n 2009 for endrom cancer, a yea...I had a hysterical n 2009 for endrom cancer, a year later I found out they have left perhaps titanium clips on venous arteries near iliac crest, since then I have tiolet problems, liver problems put n 5 stone, pituarity has stopped making yacht and cannot move as swell up to much and get muscle seizure as well as breathlessness, abdomen pain, sickness, and pick up every illness, it seems my venous circulation has been compromised, clips shouldn't be there and my auttoammune system is in overdrive due to friegn body clips? Is this common or sgphould I get the clips removed?Mariannenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-85083570475082005112012-12-28T15:35:05.383-05:002012-12-28T15:35:05.383-05:00Suzanne,
The risk of heart disease after hysterec...Suzanne,<br /><br />The risk of heart disease after hysterectomy and/or oophorectomy should be disclosed to women prior to their being asked to sign a hysterectomy consent form. It appears that the only way to be sure that women receive full disclosure of information about the consequences of hysterectomy is to pass legislation requiring doctors to provide women with HERS Female Anatomy Video, or a similar video with the same information. <br /><br />There are some things you can do to reduce the risk of heart disease, such as diet and exercise. For more specific information contact HERS at 610.667.7757.HERS Foundationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08624611382874234485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-61180094916935808352012-12-27T15:13:39.991-05:002012-12-27T15:13:39.991-05:00I'm 58. I had a complete hysterectomy Oct. 12,...I'm 58. I had a complete hysterectomy Oct. 12, 2012 due to edometrial cancer. On Dec 14, 2012 I experenced what felt like a squeezing sensation in my chest which lasted a few seconds but I haven't felt right since. I'm having a stress test done on my heart the 29th of Dec.I have heart issues anyway but I was never told the risk of heart attack and didn't know to ask. The Dr. that did the surgery knew my heart issues I had a pacemaker put in,in June of 2012. I told my cardiologist about the hysterectomy and he never mentioned anything about heart disease. I am so upset that's putting it mildly. Everyday my arms feel funny and I feel horrible to the point of not being able to function. What can be done or am I doomed. I do not want to go through the rest of my life feeling like this. I am glad I found this website. I just wish I would have researched this sooner and had the knowledge to ask the questions.Suzannenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-57791161133784153272012-03-17T17:38:25.047-04:002012-03-17T17:38:25.047-04:00I am overwhelmed with compassion for each of you, ...I am overwhelmed with compassion for each of you, and I am feeling totally validated in what I have been suffering through over the past two years since my castration. I now know I am not alone.<br /><br />Even though I feel a hysterectomy may have saved my life due to the fact that during one month of heavy bleeding (blamed on a fibroid) I had to be hospitalized to receive several pints of blood, I am still faced with the consequences of daily hot flashes and an absent sex drive. My doctor, while showing compassion, does not have a clue as to how to "fix" me.<br /><br />I will be contacting HERS for some genuine advice on where to go from here. I refuse to give up and live my life as a hot-flashing nonsexual being! <br /><br />If this were happening to men, it would be a global health crisis with calls for immediate answers! Instead, a castration for women is considered an incontestable “fix” and they are lucky to have it. We owe it to the future generations to stop this madness!Cherylnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-78746317283928515492012-02-16T22:27:12.747-05:002012-02-16T22:27:12.747-05:00Well I finally found a site that had n answer to m...Well I finally found a site that had n answer to my question. Why did I get high bp days after my hysterectomy? My pcp said it's hereditary, but my sister doesn't have it. I had the hysterectomy after years of horrible endometriosis. Had numerous scope surgeries, tried hormone therapy. Also, had migraines. Fortunately, all that is much, much better. Gues I traded no pain or migraines for a heart attack risk.. I am a very healthy 57 yr. old and have always been that way. Excercise, take tons of vitamins and search out other herbs or supplements that can keep my bp low. So far so good, but the docs sure are dumb about this.Terrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-21332313483463240132012-01-21T07:57:07.858-05:002012-01-21T07:57:07.858-05:00This is a wonderful post, amazing and relevant inf...This is a wonderful post, amazing and relevant information. I googled "hysterectomy high blood pressure" on a hunch that this might explain my mom's HBP. She goes to the gym, eats conscientiously from her organic garden and takes all the right supplements but a couple of times a month her reading is in the stroke zone. I will pass on this information to her and do more research on supporting supplements for women who have already been under the knife.<br /><br />Thanks again!!Milk & Honey by Dawn Hewitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00754934334004281072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-82113130372450042962011-11-28T20:01:36.844-05:002011-11-28T20:01:36.844-05:00Terri,
Yes, it is depressing to find out after th...Terri,<br /><br />Yes, it is depressing to find out after the surgery what every single doctor should tell women before she is told to sign a hysterectomy consent form.<br /><br />What can you do? Spread the word, educate all of the women and girls in your life. <br /><br />There are some things that may help to mediate some of your risk. Keep your weight down by eating small meals that include vegetables, especially yellow, orange and green. Do not eat carbohydrates, except in very small portions. <br /><br />Exercise every day, it is good for your circulation, heart, muscles and bones. Jumping rope (with both feet together so that you don't stress your knees) is a quick, excellent workout, and it can be done at home in any weather. Do stretching daily, it will help you to remain more flexible.<br /><br />Read, write and play word games like crossword puzzles and scrabble, it will help your memory. <br /><br />Talk. Talk to other women. Tell them the truth about the consequences of hysterectomy. I am deeply sorry that you had cancer, and perhaps the surgery saved your life. But whether the surgery was life saving or completely unnecessary, the consequences are the same. Tell women to watch the video Female Anatomy: the Functions of the Female Organs at www.hersfoundation.org/anatomy, and to read the book "The H Word" and to give it to a gynecologist so that we can their name to the list of doctors who can never again say "I didn't know".HERS Foundationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08624611382874234485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-68780838102522367732011-11-28T19:50:31.635-05:002011-11-28T19:50:31.635-05:00Reading this site has made me so depressed. I was ...Reading this site has made me so depressed. I was looking for information regarding how to treat the symptoms of surgical menopause and I happened upon this site. I had to have a hysterectomy due to cancer and am unable to use hormone replacement therapy. Before reading this site I was afraid that cancer would kill me now I am afraid of dieing of heart disease, lung cancer, dementia....... What do I do now?Terrinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-43618113347484212032011-11-08T18:06:08.364-05:002011-11-08T18:06:08.364-05:00I am only 46.. this month is the anniversary of my...I am only 46.. this month is the anniversary of my first heart attack. I had a double bypass on december 1st.. I had a COMPLETE hysterectomy when I was only 36 years old.. NO ONE ever warned me about heart disease...<br />Every doctor acts like they have no idea why I am in the condition I am now in. I do not smoke, do not drink, and used to be considered healthy. I now have congestive heart failure too!Jennnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-90180878343452956892011-09-07T20:47:42.800-04:002011-09-07T20:47:42.800-04:00Ana,
You could give the gynecologist the link to ...Ana,<br /><br />You could give the gynecologist the link to HERS video, "Female Anatomy: the Functions of the Female Organs" at www.hersfoundation.org/anatomy, or you can purchase a DVD of the anatomy video and send it to her. She certainly needs a female anatomy lesson!<br /><br />Also, if you send her the book "The H Word" and let HERS know by email that you sent it, we will add her name to the list of gynecologists who can never again say "I didn't know". You can also call HERS and give us the doctors name and address and we will send it for you. It will be sent anonymously, unless you prefer that we include a card saying it is from you. <br /><br />Let's put The H Word in the hands of every single gynecologist so that NO GYNECOLOGIST can ever again say "I didn't know"!!!HERS Foundationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08624611382874234485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-39202506998109755322011-09-07T20:41:55.687-04:002011-09-07T20:41:55.687-04:00My cholesterol pre H was 197. It shot up to 256 po...My cholesterol pre H was 197. It shot up to 256 post H which, by the way, was recommended for a one inch fibroid and I was told that surgery was "the only option." I consulted a different gynecologist post surgery and she said that my cholesterol increase was a side effect of Ambien and NOT due to the H. She said H does NOT increase a woman's chance for heart disease. She also said that in her expert, professional opinion she is 100% certain that a H does NOT affect a woman's response to sex. By the way, according to her, removing the cervix does not shorten the vaginal canal either.<br /><br />(Posted anonymously, given an alias) Please use your name or an alias when commenting so that others can follow the thread of your comments. Thank you.Ananoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-80930833200871205572011-09-07T20:40:08.229-04:002011-09-07T20:40:08.229-04:00Beth
No one faults you for refusing to believe th...Beth<br /><br />No one faults you for refusing to believe the facts. Please do not accuse those of us who are suffering due to the uncaring, greedy doctors in this world who have taken advantage of us and raped or bodies of healthy organs for profit. <br /><br />It is OK to hide and say 'I am GREAT'. You are a strong person if you can convince yourself all is well. I do not know how long it has been since your surgery. Women who had major issues; pain, excessive bleeding, etc. seem to feel so much better at first but I know, that in a year or two or three, if they can be honest, these women's stories would be very different. <br /><br />I think you need to go back and read more of the posts on this site. To insinuate that all we need is to diet and exercise is insane! <br /><br />You sound like Dr. Brian Retherford, the greedy pig who castrated, YES CASTRATED and hysterectomised me for no reason. Who took it upon himself, against my written wishes and removed my healthy organs. <br /><br />How dare you belittle those of us who are suffering so very much. READ<br /><br />(Posted as anon, given an alias) Please use your name or an alias so that others can follow your comments. Thank you.Jennynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-14376989574231918742011-04-01T18:55:22.342-04:002011-04-01T18:55:22.342-04:00I also forgot to add that I did a lot of research ...I also forgot to add that I did a lot of research before actually having my proceedure, I asked a lot of questions. I do agree that just because a Dr says so, doesnt mean it is so. But we ultimately have control weather something is to be done to our bodies or not, a concent had to be signed, and I know that I would never have a major organ removed from my body without doing extensive research before hand... Not after the fact, and then placing the blame on others for my own decision. I understand that there are those certain circumstances where things happen but it seems like all of these women have put a lot of effort into researching hysterectomies and the negative about them after the fact, what happened to the research before you agreed to the surgery? But in all respects werent there problems before your hysterectomies as well??? And in response to the "WikiPedia" definitions... Wiki Pedia is not an actual dictionary, only a search engine where individuals can post information about certain subjects. Try looking up the Drs Oath in an accredited Medical Journal instead. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-20671763596855126692011-04-01T18:46:41.265-04:002011-04-01T18:46:41.265-04:00I am so troubled to read all of these negative sta...I am so troubled to read all of these negative statements about Hysterectomy.... And hering it referred to as "castration". I had an abdominal Hysterectomy with the removal of my tubes and ovaries. I opted to leave my cervix. I was diagnosed with PCOS, Endometreosis, scar tissue from previous C-sections, and adhesions. I was a mess and having constant pelvic pain. I can honestly say sex is soooo much better and my orgasms are stronger. As far as hormone therapy I am on vivelle dot 0.1 patches and they work fantastic.<br /><br />I am currently taking 1200 of calcium to prevent osteoperosis. AS long as you are taking estrogen, then your risk is mush lower for having risk of osteoperosis, as estrogen is a main receptor for calcium absorbtion. I did gain alot of weight before my surgery due to hormonal imbalance so I am starting to exercise and am on a 1400 calorie diet. I feel for those women who are having a bad experience with their Hysterectomies, however maybe a change of lifestyle such as diet, exercise etc may help as well. My Doctor is and was great, Hysterctomy may not be for everyone but it has helped my life in many positive ways.<br /><br />*Please note* To make it possible to respond to a specific person's comment, we ask that you use an alias if you prefer not to use your name. Comments posted as anonymous will be given a name and resposted.Bethnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-36790981633042245192010-10-08T21:21:43.294-04:002010-10-08T21:21:43.294-04:00I am 51 years of age. Four years ago I was conned ...I am 51 years of age. Four years ago I was conned into believing that a hysterectomy was the only treatment available for fibroids. I was led to believe that if I didn't have the surgery the fibroids would multiply and grow and cause life threatening hemorrhaging. The doctor who performed the hysterectomy on me also removed my healthy, normal right ovary supposedly as a preventative against cancer. Before the surgery, I had noted to the doctor both verbally and in writing that there was no history of of cancer in my family but that there was a long history of heart disease on both my mother's and father's sides of my family. Both of my parents have had heart surgery. Both of my brothers have been hospitalised for heart problems. At no time was I advised that there were increased risks of heart disease for hysterectomised women. The hysterectomy devastated me physically, mentally and emotionally. When I sought help, I was prescribed all manner of synthetic hormones, herbal tonics, anti-depressants, sleeping pills and pain killers. It was all very expensive but absolutely useless. There was a time when I even considered suicide. The whole hysterectomy experience was so harrowing and debasing that I have not been near a doctor since except on rare occasions to seek treatment for minor mishaps such as a burned hand or a sore throat. I do get chest pains which probably indicate that I should lose some weight and exercise more but I remain convinced that the best way to live a long and happy life is to stay away from doctors. As far as I am concerned now, doctors actually cause illness. I view causes like breast cancer pink ribbon etc with the same disdain. All they do is serve to frighten healthy women into going to doctors and be subjected to unnecessary and harmful tests and treatments. There is no way that I will subject myself to regular mammograms. I would rather take my chances with the very unlikely prospect that I will suffer breast cancer. Similarly, I dismiss those alarmist statistics about deaths rates from breast and gynecological cancers. Sure, lots of women eventually die from cancers (as will men) but what is not made clear in the scare-mongering warnings is that the vast majority of these deaths occur in women who are in their 70s, 80s and 90s. One tyhing we can certain about is that death will come to us all eventually regardless of how much we spent on medical treatments. In the meantime, I try to stay happy and useful. Cheers, CharmaineCharmainenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-80104607217466042192010-06-08T12:51:14.325-04:002010-06-08T12:51:14.325-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.jiggaz31https://www.blogger.com/profile/03986164225873433689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-36065705430694599182010-05-21T13:58:01.944-04:002010-05-21T13:58:01.944-04:00There is really nothing you can do but ride it out...There is really nothing you can do but ride it out. I spent thousands of dollars believing I would find a 'hormone supplement' or a (and I LOVE this one) 'Bio Identical' supplement that would make me whole again. <br /><br />I am sorry for all of us. For the lies from THE people we are made to believe are trained to do what is best for us. I believe doctors even take an oath stating such. I no longer see a doctor, ANY doctor. I trust NONE of them. <br /><br />I was married for the first time in my life at 47. Four months later I was mutilated for a benign ovarian cyst as you were. I am sorry to say but we did NOT have to loose 'everything'. I have not been able to have sex since. It is too painful. I have lost all feelings of affection. I just do not care. I plug away at life. I have lost the passion I had for all the things I once loved. <br /><br />What I would really like to know is, WHY? Why do doctors STILL insist this is a wonderful surgery? Is it truly money motivated? Are doctors really THAT uninformed? Or uncaring? Or just plain dumb? Why don't other women believe those of us who have been there and are now suffering. This REALLY haunts me. <br /><br />After 3 years, I still wake up every morning with 'WHY?' in my head. Every night as I lay by my, amazingly still here, husband, I ask 'WHY?' <br /><br />My hospital admittance form states 'No hysterectomy unless cancer is present'. I did not have cancer. My 'doctor' told me that things 'Just looked bad'. <br /><br />WHY??Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-8014445442108873322010-05-17T21:52:03.185-04:002010-05-17T21:52:03.185-04:00I have had absolutely everything removed, includin...I have had absolutely everything removed, including my cervix. I have no "female" parts left and I can tell you that all of these things are true. I had no choice, as I had a mass on my ovary the size of a melon. I was not aware of all of the changes that were to come afterwards. My sex drive is gone and when we do have sex, it's extremely painful. I gained weight, which was never an issue in my life!! Always very thin and now I have this horrible middle. Also, my cholesterol was 120 and now, 2 years after the surgery, it's 225. Someone explain that to me. My GP did tell me that hysterectomy is notorious in causing cholesterol to rise dramatically. I don't take hormones because of breast cancer in the family, so is there any other help for me???? No one seems to be able to tell me what will make me feel better. I eat a pretty healthy diet and exercise (need to do a little more), but I'm not a couch potato eating junk. It's so frustrating and so emotional. I'm feeling a little overwhelmed by what's happened to my body and sometimes I'm reduced to tears! I know I had no choice, but that doesn't make it any easier. I wish there was something to balance it all out, without running the risk of cancer. Can anyone help?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-16127427791547299912010-01-21T09:52:58.617-05:002010-01-21T09:52:58.617-05:00"kitten, what was the reason for the surgery?..."kitten, what was the reason for the surgery? What was the cause of your bleeding?"<br />severe hormone imbalance that could not be controled with hormones. the only time the bleeding was even slightly controled is when i was on progesterone at levels WAY above healthy. other hormones, even in large doses didn't do much, if anything, for me. <br /><br />"It's common for women to think that "everything has been tried" to resolve their symptoms, but often the appropriate evaluation is not done that would have provided them with the information needed to treat it properly."<br />in all my research online i cannot find anything the doctor didn't try. <br /><br />"I'm glad that you feel sex is better for you. It's important for women reading this to understand that sex can only be better if you never experienced uterine contractions with orgasm, and if removing your uterus resolved pain or discomfort with intercourse. You can only lose what you had."<br />i had no pain before, and i did have uterine contractions. they are absent, but i have actualy *gained* sensitivity of the cervix, which more than makes up for it. perhaps my uterine contratcions were not that strong in the first place, but for me this is a non-issue, though i can surely see how for some women it could be a tragic loss of sensation. <br /><br /><br />"Of course, whenever possible, it's preferable to solve the problem without removing the female organs."<br /><br />amen. while i don't doubt that MANY hysterectomies are unneeded and can lead to tragic loss and additional health problems, i beleive people should also recognize that there ARE other issues besides cancer where it can be compleately needed, and that not all result in loss of sexual function.kittennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-9574457821861812502010-01-21T08:58:19.697-05:002010-01-21T08:58:19.697-05:00kitten, what was the reason for the surgery? What ...kitten, what was the reason for the surgery? What was the cause of your bleeding? <br /><br />It's common for women to think that "everything has been tried" to resolve their symptoms, but often the appropriate evaluation is not done that would have provided them with the information needed to treat it properly.<br /><br />I'm glad that you feel sex is better for you. It's important for women reading this to understand that sex can only be better if you never experienced uterine contractions with orgasm, and if removing your uterus resolved pain or discomfort with intercourse. You can only lose what you had.<br /><br />Of course, whenever possible, it's preferable to solve the problem without removing the female organs.HERS Foundationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08624611382874234485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-67731075736342276512010-01-21T08:02:58.832-05:002010-01-21T08:02:58.832-05:00someone on here said that "cancer is the only...someone on here said that "cancer is the only reason that hysterectomy should be performed", or something to that effect. while i am dealing with side effects, mostly because i think my vagus nerve was effected, i *had* to have a hysterectomy, and did not have cancer. i had severe uterine bleeding, had to get 3 blood transfusions it was so bad. my doctor was wonderful and tried *everything* (hormones, D&C, ablation, and everything else he could think of), before finaly resorting to a sub total hysterectomy (was able to keep my cervix and one overy. one of them was mangled and causeing me much pain from PCOS). i would have bled to death with out it. so, i would say that cancer is *not* the only reason to have a hysterectomy. <br />and as a side note, my sexual responce has not been effected, and may have actualy improved since the surgery. i suppose i am lucky in that reguard.kittennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-45762105578147352652009-11-29T20:07:33.579-05:002009-11-29T20:07:33.579-05:00Ms. Coffey,
Are doctors trained to do hystrectomie...Ms. Coffey,<br />Are doctors trained to do hystrectomies in medical school or is a motivation of money? I would like to know.<br /><br />LisaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-82086156060794921052009-11-14T06:12:25.464-05:002009-11-14T06:12:25.464-05:00male in michigan,
My wife will have her 3rd surger...male in michigan,<br />My wife will have her 3rd surgery soon for digestive health problems. In checkout prior to this surgery the cardiologist is now involved. Seems she now has a heart problem she never had before. She is about 7 years post and the health issues mount each year. She is overweight, fatigue, constant menopausal type symtoms, mood swings, it ruined our intimate life. I married for better or worse, this is definitely the worst.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-49405767498797641212009-11-06T22:06:06.041-05:002009-11-06T22:06:06.041-05:00Mary Ellen,
I'm glad you found a doctor who w...Mary Ellen,<br /><br />I'm glad you found a doctor who wanted to help you instead of mutilate you. How fortunate that you were spared the horror of hysterectomy. <br /><br />Please speak out against this barbaric surgery so other women can be spared. Refer them to the HERS website to discover the facts which most doctors don't tell women.Mad as Hellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4326528465005359200.post-69899270804987778072009-11-05T08:17:39.857-05:002009-11-05T08:17:39.857-05:00CAD,
Everything you described in your comment tha...CAD, <br />Everything you described in your comment that you've experienced since undergoing hysterectomy is typical. <br /><br />You can find out what problems women experience, and the percentage of women who experience them, by going to http://www.hersfoundation.org, click on "Adverse Effects Data". It's helpful to know whether what's happening to you is experienced by other women.HERS Foundationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08624611382874234485noreply@blogger.com