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Early mothering affected by the trauma of emergency hysterectomy
Researchers in Australia have found, perhaps unsurprisingly, that mothers who have undergone the trauma of an emergency hysterectomy following severe postpartum haemorrhage have revealed three main areas of concern. They were ‘initial separation: lost bonding time’, ‘feelings of failure’ and ‘relinquishing care … finish reading Early mothering affected by the trauma of emergency hysterectomy
DHEA Hormone may help to ease menopause symptoms and improve sex lives
A small study that took place in Italy by researchers at the University of Pisa may be indicating that supplementation with artificial versions of the hormone DHEA (a steroid hormone naturally produced by the body’s adrenal gland and used in the … finish reading DHEA Hormone may help to ease menopause symptoms and improve sex lives
Is it any wonder women are confused about ovary conservation at hysterectomy?
I’ve just read a research report that suggests that all women should consider having their ovaries removed when they have a hysterectomy because “women who had their ovaries taken out had lower rates of ovarian cancer and were not more … finish reading Is it any wonder women are confused about ovary conservation at hysterectomy?
Hysterectomy Research – interim findings
Over the last few years we’ve been conducting some semi-formal research into two major areas of Hysterectomy. The experience that women have post-hysterectomy in their recovery and the information needs of hysterectomy patients. These two pieces of research have yielded … finish reading Hysterectomy Research – interim findings
Is there a link between hysterectomy and back pain?
Back pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives. It can range from a constant ache to a sudden sharp pain. Back pain is considered ‘chronic’ if … finish reading Is there a link between hysterectomy and back pain?
Hysterectomy reduces risk of cancer and heart disease
Researchers in the United States have found that women who have a hysterectomy that also removes the ovaries have a reduced risk of developing ovarian cancer, other cancers, and heart disease. Surprisingly, the rate of hip fractures (due to osteoporosis … finish reading Hysterectomy reduces risk of cancer and heart disease
Concerns about Black Cohosh for menopausal symptoms – inconclusive
Black Cohosh is one of the most recommended ‘alternative’ products to treat menopausal symptoms. Recently, however, a number of concerns have been raised about its efficacy and safety after a number of women have suffered liver damage after taking the … finish reading Concerns about Black Cohosh for menopausal symptoms – inconclusive
Health benefits of hot flushes and night sweats revealed for menopause sufferers
The hot flush and night sweat is seen as the bane of many women’s lives as they travel through the years of the menopause, but new research is beginning to suggest that this may be ignoring the very positive health … finish reading Health benefits of hot flushes and night sweats revealed for menopause sufferers
Post Hysterectomy Recovery Survey
We have been undertaking research into the experiences of women having hysterectomies because there is little research information about the impact that having a hysterectomy can have on women. If you have already had your hysterectomy, then we would be … finish reading Post Hysterectomy Recovery Survey Continue reading
Can you help us decide future information needs?
In the mid 1990′s research suggested that women were not being given enough information to make informed choices about hysterectomy and hormone replacement therapy. Anecdotal evidence suggests that not much has changed in the interim. The Hysterectomy Association is re-doing their original research survey to see what, if any differences, there are 15 years on. Continue reading
