Has anyone had a hysterectomy and regretted it?
I'm thinking of having one for fibroids that cause quite intense pain, protruding abdomen, and incontinence. I don't have flooding or excessive bleeding at all.
I had a uterine embolisation six-and-a-half years ago. The aftermath of the procedure was agony. Back then I had several fibroids- the largest of which was 6x8cm. (Yes, I know they can grow much bigger.) Now, I have four fibroids, the biggest of which is 5x5cm and it's making me incontinent and causing lots of pain from ovulation to menstruation - up to ten days a month.
I don't have confidence that menopause and the decline of estrogen will magically cause them to subside and dwindle. That clearly hasn't been the case this last six years. They are back with a vengeance. Adopting this strategy could take many years.
I'm 51 now and still having periods very regularly. A recent blood test (for hormones) prompted my GP to say 'I'm not particularly menopausal'.
I don't need my uterus. It has caused nothing but problems. But will I regret a hysterectomy? I gather that retaining it protects against various nasties - bone thinning, dementia, etc.
Any advice would be really welcome.