WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for March, 2003: Re: When to have a hysterectomy?

Re: When to have a hysterectomy?

From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 27 Mar 2003 13:45:39 -0600 (CST)

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Your Dr. told you to have your uterus removed?, if so ask for a 2nd opinion.

At Thu, 27 Mar 2003, Deanna wrote: >
>I have the following:
>
>- an endrometrial polyp which has grown
>- an introverted uterus
>- heavy bleeding during periods
>- often intense pain in the ovaries and that general area
>- bleeding after intercourse
>- cysts on the ovary as well as the cervix
>
>A history of PID, an ectopic pregnancy, and a tube removed due to a
>cyst.
>
>I have struggled with this as I have serious issues with my uterus being
>removed (for spiritual reasons)
>
>I have been told that I am at increased risk for cancer. I just turned
>38.
>
>Can anyone recommend what course of action I should take? If I decide to
>leave the uterus in, will I be in for more problems?

-- Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. Director Obgyn.net Latina Chief of Staff Obstetrics, Hospital J. A. Fernández Buenos Aires Argentina Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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