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Post Menopausal Hysterectomy

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Hello All.

I had my a partial hysterectomy, only uterus removed on the 22nd. of March 2018. Menopause had begun for me 5 years ago, where there were virtually no signs of my symptoms until a week following my hysterectomy. Is there anyone experiencing awakening during the night soak and wet, as well as feeling confused with anxiety? 

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  • liz18527
    liz18527 hot_tempered_10

    Posted

    Sorry your feeling like this, I haven’t experienced that.... yet however I’m sure someone has. Stay strong 
  • heather1972
    heather1972 hot_tempered_10

    Posted

    I’m 5 weeks post total hysterectomy and have not started menopause. However, the past couple nights I’ve been having trouble sleeping, feeling cold and sweaty, then too warm with blankets, and  some anxiety. Not sure if I need to start hormone therapy or just wait and see if it continues. No hot flashes yet. 
    • hot_tempered_10
      hot_tempered_10 heather1972

      Posted

      Hi Heather.

      Thank you for responding.

      I have heard about post operative hysterectomies, that women who haven’t begun menopause, will begin the symptoms of menopause. Please follow up with your doctor. I’m not a physician and do not want relay any incorrect information. In regards to hormone replacement. Again, please discuss this with more than I physician. There are many points of view. 

      Feel better Heather. I understand what you’re going through. 

  • wendyjs54
    wendyjs54 hot_tempered_10

    Posted

    Hi , I had a tah with ovaries and fallopian tubes removed on 19th Dec 2017. I am 54 but never had any menopause symptoms before or after until about week 7.... then the night sweats kicked in... soaked pjs and bedding every night for about 6 weeks. I can't take hrt because of other problems but have been taking , sage, b vitamin complex and soya isoflavones, I've always taken evening primrose. This last 6 nights I have been night sweat free. I don't know if it's the supplements I'm taking or whether its run it's course. I hope you find something to ease your distress x x x

    • hot_tempered_10
      hot_tempered_10 wendyjs54

      Posted

      Hi Wendy.

      Thank you for replying.

      I believe that your ‘holistic’ approach is worth trying, prior to my accepting any medications that I may be prescribed. I certainly will inform my doctor, but I’m more inclined to initially try your the vitamin and herbal supplements. 

  • wendyjs54
    wendyjs54 hot_tempered_10

    Posted

    Yes x because I can't take hrt my Dr told me to try these things x fingers crossed they carry on working and hopefully work for you too..

    • hot_tempered_10
      hot_tempered_10 wendyjs54

      Posted

      Hi Wendy.

      Thank you again for responding  and I look forward to sending you great results. :wink))(

  • delia88523
    delia88523 hot_tempered_10

    Posted

    ...not warmand sweating.  I was cold and shakie after tvh.   But Yes,  too anxious of many things while recovering and i think normal when not feeling good.  I hope you will be okay, stay strong and positive.
    • hot_tempered_10
      hot_tempered_10 delia88523

      Posted

      Hi Delia.

      Thank you so very much for replying.

      I’ve since contacted my doctor. I have an appointment on Tuesday of next week.

      You are correct. The healing process is a lengthy one. I truly never anticipated this surgery as difficult as it has proven. 

      I also remain so tired. Thank you again. biggrin)

  • pamela86514
    pamela86514 hot_tempered_10

    Posted

    Hi,

    I had a hysterectomy on March 23, 2018. I had my uterus, cervix and Fallopian tubes removed.  I thought I was fortunate to keep my ovaries as my Gynecologist assured me that would keep my hormones intact.  Not mentioning the pain, discomfort and constipation due to surgery, I have since been waking up in the middle of the night with hot flashes. I have a follow-up appointment on Monday, I am hoping for answers. 

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