u/Routine_Jackfruit_38

That’s the question! I have read that some people’s ovaries stop working after hysterectomy (and therefore causing menopause), and wondered how common this is!

Gaslighting myself as I dont seem to have severe symptoms. I have heavy bleeding for sure, but no giant clots as some people describe. Also I’m not in pain all the time, when I have pain is not severe. My main issue is the bleeding (and everything that comes with a ferritin of 4!)

Hi all! I WFH in a fairly demanding job (mentally), but as I mention I do work from home. How many weeks off would you suggest? I have no idea what to expect! Im also incredibly nervous about this surgery.. any encouragement welcomed.

Thank you!!

Hi all,

37F with a history of heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and painful ovulation.

I have had two pelvic MRIs performed a few months apart, and the findings differ significantly:

MRI 1 (cycle day ~11):
Reported adenomyosis (thickened junctional zone)
Uterus described as bicornuate
Minor tethering between the posterior uterus and distal small bowel

MRI 2 (cycle day ~20):
Reported a fully septate uterus (ESGE/ESHRE U2b)
No definite adenomyosis
No deep infiltrating endometriosis identified
Endometrium measured 14 mm and 13 mm in the two cavities

My questions are:

Can a complete septate uterus make assessment of adenomyosis more challenging or less reliable?

Is it more likely that one radiologist interpreted the findings differently, or can adenomyosis genuinely be more conspicuous on one scan than another?
Is the discrepancy between “bicornuate uterus” and “fully septate uterus” more concerning than the adenomyosis discrepancy?

I understand nobody can interpret my scans without seeing them; I’m just trying to understand how specialists would approach these differing MRI reports.

Hi all,

Does anyone experience nausea as a symptom? I don’t know whats adeno and whats not anymore …

I’m curious whether anyone noticed an improvement in their blood pressure after having a hysterectomy (with or without keeping the ovaries).

I have adenomyosis with very heavy periods and a history of significant iron deficiency. I’ve seen a few comments from people saying their blood pressure improved after surgery, and I’m wondering how common that is.

I have borderline bp, that has gotten slightly worse over the last few years. Would be amazing if the hysterectomy helped this!

I’m curious whether anyone noticed an improvement in their blood pressure after having a hysterectomy (with or without keeping the ovaries).i have read a few people saying that it did improve, and I wonder!

I have adenomyosis with very heavy periods and a history of significant iron deficiency. I’ve seen a few comments from people saying their blood pressure improved after surgery, and I’m wondering how common that is.

I have borderline bp, that has gotten slightly worse over the last few years. Would be amazing if the hysterectomy helped this!

I have confirmed adenomyosis and my main symptom is heavy, prolonged periods (8–9 days) that have caused iron deficiency. I do have pain, but it’s not severe every single cycle. Some months are worse than others.

The thing is, I don’t really have many treatment options I’m comfortable with. Because of my anatomy (bicornuate uterus), some of the usual alternatives aren’t straightforward, and I don’t want hormonal birth control.

Part of me wonders if I’m overreacting by choosing a hysterectomy when I’m not in debilitating pain every month. On the other hand, I’m tired of planning my life around bleeding, iron tablets, fatigue, and wondering whether symptoms will continue to get worse over time.

I also can’t shake the feeling that if I know the uterus is the source of the problem and I don’t want any more children, I’d rather remove the diseased organ than spend years managing symptoms.

Has anyone else chosen hysterectomy primarily because of bleeding, anemia, or quality-of-life issues rather than constant severe pain? Do you feel it was the right decision?

I’m scheduled for a robotic hysterectomy later this year and have a history of obstructive hydrocephalus due to aqueductal stenosis. I had an ETV many years ago and have been stable since then, and the recent MRI flow study shows good flow.

One thing that’s making me nervous is the surgical positioning used during robotic hysterectomy (called Trendelenburg, where you’re tilted head-down). From what I’ve read, this can temporarily increase intracranial pressure.

My neurosurgeon has cleared me for surgery, but I’d really love to hear peoples experiences from anyone who has increased pressure in their head and had robotic hysterectomy.

A few questions:

Did your neurosurgeon have any concerns before surgery?
Did the anaesthesia team make any special accommodations?
Did you experience headaches, vision changes, dizziness, or any pressure related symptoms after surgery?
How long was your surgery, and how steep was the Trendelenburg position (if you know)?
Looking back, was the ICP issue a non-event, or did it affect your recovery?

I’m aware everyone is different and I’m not looking for medical advice, just hoping to hear from others who have been through something similar. I’m a bit nervous about this!

Thanks!