Hysterectomy Support Group

A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, usually done by a gynecologist. Hysterectomy may be total (removing the body and cervix of the uterus) or partial (also called supra-cervical). Although there are conservative alternatives, hysterectomy is performed for uterine fibroids, pelvic pain, pelvic relaxation, heavy or abnormal menstrual bleeding, and cancer.

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purhornfrog 04/16/2018

I'm 47, no children, and had my TAH on December 17, 2013 @4:30. Yes, I remember this date and time because I teach 8th grade US History and this TAH almost cost me my teaching job. Had a hard recovery the day of my TAH. I think about this all the time. Depressed, sucidial, no friends who understand. I take HRT (patch) and medicine for my depression and anxiety. I will see my LPC tomorow as well as my physcartist. One hour with me LPC and one hour with the other. I have been seeing my LPC for a year and nothing has helped. I have two medicines to help me sleep. I can't look at myself. I am sad, fearful, indecisive, not a whole woman, not outgoing. I work untilI wear my self out. So indecisive that I did not attend a friend of 30 years mother's funeral. I do not attend weddings, baby showers, bridal showers. I can't stand the cry of a child or seeing an expecting mother, don't walk down any aisles in a store where baby items are sold. I rather sleep all day when school is out. I have had close friends (no longer friends) to get over it, only because they have not been through what I have been through. My mind is like a remote control. I am no longer as organized as I was before the TAH. My thoughts are scattered. Nothing make me happy anymore.I don't like crowds. I do not see a light at the end of my tunnel.

Mrsmal 04/18/2018

Hi. First I think you are very brave for sharing your story. There is light for us all at the end of our tunnels, we just have to find it. Sometimes focusing on what we don't have can be a bit depressing. But you have life, and to snap out of your funk, you need to get out, travel, make a (me )routine for yourself. You have already shown me that you are strong because of your story. You are in mourning because you loss something that meant so much to you. It's ok to mourn. But try your best to not let it take over. You are worth it. You are brave. And you deserve to have an abundant Life. Miracles and blessings to you. You will come out of this.

purhornfrog 04/18/2018

Thank you for your words of encouragement. When will I ever stop feeling this way?

Lis427 04/23/2018

It takes time......it feels like it will be forever when you are in it. I had to have one about 10 years ago at the age of 33. It was absolutely devistating for me......the worst time of depression I have ever had. I didn't know who I was. But, once I went back to work, and pushed on, it really didn't take that long to recover and even become stronger for having gone through it! I do understand the whole antisocial aspect too. That was me and still is depending on my cycle because I still have my ovaries, which in one sense is a blessing, but in another, it adds more indecisiveness to my body. My sister had a complete hysterectomy and is thriving now. It appears to be easier in the long run to regulate yourself without still fluctuating hormones. Also. You have to remember that your body just went though menopause in an instant, which normally takes anywhere from 3 to 10 years. Just think, once you get this down, you will not have to spend years dealing with menopause. I'm sending light, love and healing energy your way. Stay strong! Big hug to you!

purhornfrog 04/26/2018

Thanks for the words of encouragement.

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