Hysterectomy & alternatives

Frequently asked questions on hysterectomy and hormonal balance in women

Let’s explore some of the most frequently asked questions we hear at Women to Women about hysterectomy — before and after — and how to maintain hormonal balance at every stage. Given complete information on hysterectomies and considerations on alternatives, a woman can make a more informed decision based on her own health needs. By understanding best care practices before and after a hysterectomy, you can recover more successfully, knowing what is best for you personally. If your body is in hormonal balance, your life will be too. So ask questions, understand the process and learn about the effects before you make a final decision on your health issues. Hopefully, we have some answers here for you on the subject of hysterectomies and alternatives.

1.	What happens in a hysterectomy?
2.	Should I have a hysterectomy?
3.	How do I prepare for surgery?
4.	How do I recover post-hysterectomy?
5.	Will the Personal Program help me even if I’ve had a hysterectomy?
6.	What’s menopause going to be like after hysterectomy?
7.	How can I stop HRT post hysterectomy?
8.	I wish I’d never had my hysterectomy. What can I do about that?
9.	I’m considering elective hysterectomy. What’s your advice?

Our Personal Program is a great place to start

The Personal Program promotes natural hormonal balance with nutritional supplements, our exclusive endocrine support formula, dietary and lifestyle guidance, and optional phone consultations with our Nurse–Educators. It is a convenient, at-home version of what we recommend to all our patients at the clinic.

To learn more about the Program, go to How the Personal Program works.
To select the Program that’s right for your symptoms, go to Choose the plan that works for you.
To assess your symptoms, take our on-line Hormonal Health Profile.
If you have questions, don’t hesitate to call us toll-free at 1-800-798-7902. We’re here to listen and help.

We’re always happy to welcome new patients to our medical clinic in Yarmouth, Maine, for those who can make the trip. Click here for information about making an appointment.

Original Publication Date: 07/20/2006
Last Modified: 11/28/2007
Principal Authors: Marcelle Pick, OB/GYN NP
& Marcy Holmes, Certified Menopause Clinician

"It's your health we're talking about!"

After a lot of heavy bleeding and testing positive for cancerous cells on her ovary, Savannah, 39, felt it was best to have a hysterectomy. She found Women to Women at just the right time! Instead of going into the procedure fearing the unknown, she was able to fully educate herself on hysterectomies and what to expect when it was over.

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