Monthly Archives: March 2008

January 2008

Welcome to the latest Hysterectomy Association newsletter and I’d like to apologise for the lack of newsletter in November and December. My father was taken into hospital and died at the end of the November, as a result much work … finish reading January 2008

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How do I deal with vaginal dryness?

Question: My friend, who is 55, complains that her vagina is very dry, and that she is unable to have sex with her husband. Our Answer: Vaginal dryness refers to a lack of moisture of the skin in the vulva … finish reading How do I deal with vaginal dryness?

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Am I menopausal even though I’m taking HRT?

Am I menopausal even though I’m taking HRT? Question: I had a total Hysterectomy several year ago and I have been on 1mg of oestrogen per day with 1mg of top up gel to use if and when I feel … finish reading Am I menopausal even though I’m taking HRT?

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When will I go through the menopause?

Question: I had my hysterectomy 3 years ago and I kept my ovaries. I was wondering how do you know when your going into menopause if you have had a hysterectomy?Our Answer: There are two alternative scenarios, the first is … finish reading When will I go through the menopause?

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Will I still have periods?

Question: I have been told that I need to have a subtotal hysterectomy for painful heavy periods. I am fine about this now but am worried that I read that you can still have periods which makes me wonder what’s … finish reading Will I still have periods?

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Should I have my ovaries and cervix removed?

Click Here To Get Your FREE Hysterectomy Booklet Now Question: I have to decide whether or not to have my ovaries and cervix removed with my uterus, but I don’t know what the pros and cons are for removal of … finish reading Should I have my ovaries and cervix removed?

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Do I need my womb removed?

Question: I have an enlarged cyst on my only ovary. I had two cysts when I was in my late 20s early 30s and lost an ovary at that stage. I’ve developed another large cyst on my remaining ovary which … finish reading Do I need my womb removed?

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October 2007

Welcome to the latest Hysterectomy Association newsletter, once again a month has flown by and it is time to keep everyone updated on what is happening in this world of women’s health. Firstly, however, I’d like to say congratulations to … finish reading October 2007

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August 2007

Hello all and welcome to our latest newsletter for August 2007. For those of you who are new to The Hysterectomy Association, this is where we try to give you as many updates as we possibly can fit into a … finish reading August 2007

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Your Stories, Your Experience

The Hysterectomy Association are launching a request for your stories about hysterectomy – from the begining to the end, pre-operation to post-recovery, funny and not so funny events and the distressing emotional aspects as well as the empowering ones as … finish reading Your Stories, Your Experience

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