I'm 46 years old about 5 months ago I started my period and bled for 3 months without stopping. I went to my gyno and had a d&c performed to remove polyps and that worked for about 6 weeks. At six weeks I started again and have been bleeding for 4 weeks now, my doctor suggests removing my uterus, I'm a little leery and I'm not really sure why. Has anyone had their uterus removed? What type of symptoms does it produce? I think if I am having this happen and I get it removed, how am I going to know if there is anything wrong? At least with the bleeding I know something is askew, without that I am wondering what will take the place of bleeding incessantly. Has anyone else experienced this?
Hi Guest,
That would be a hysterectomy, the removal of the uterus. I urge you to get another opinion.
Hysterectomies are fairly common. It is usually considered as the last option as it will render your infertile. The ovaries may/may not be removed at the same time.
How much of the uterus would they remove? They can do a partial which leaves the cervix.
Sorry but without knowing your full history that's about all I can offer at this time.
Hope it helps.