Apr 23
Did you know that an astonishing 600,000 U.S. women a year choose to have a hysterectomy?
There is no doubt that many women undergo the surgery unnecessarily, and still others who delay it longer than they should, fearing the consequences.
For women who are absolutely certain that a hysterectomy is right for them, I’ve written The Worried Woman’s Guide to a Happy Hysterectomy, to help you prepare well and recover well.
This blog, though, is to introduce you to the ongoing research and news and alternatives so that you can make an informed choice about your own treatment.
Watch for upcoming post on “Hysterectomy by Robot?” and a new study that predicts who will — and won’t — eventually have a hysterectomy.
We’ll talk soon….
Sheila
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May 8th, 2007 at 11:22 am
Sheila:
I have downloaded your book and love it (next week is the day - 5/15)
I have tried to follow the ling for the “Recover” suppliment you took, and my computer won’t let me go there. Do you have any information on where to purchase it? A search on google did nothing - because of the word “recover” it brought up everything BUT that!
Thanks!
Karen
May 9th, 2007 at 4:08 pm
Hi Karen,
Thanks for your kind comments!
I checked the link and it worked from here. (Maybe you weren’t connected to the Internet at the time?) In any case, that was serendipity for you to ask. The people who make Recovery are a British Columbia company (although they’ve always shipped internationally).
But what I discovered just now is that they have a NEW website, and they offer separate links for U.S. and International Orders. That should speed things up for non-Canadian orders.
Here’s the new link… http://www.remarkable-recovery.com/health-post-surgical-recovery.php
I’ll say a little prayer that all goes smoothly for you on the 15th.
Cheers,
Sheila
May 12th, 2007 at 7:57 am
THANK YOU for this book! At first I thought, “sheesh - $28 bucks for a downloadable book???” but just commented to my daughter that it’s worth FOUR TIMES that amount!!! I believe it is invaluable to anyone anticipating a hysterectomy! Mine is scheduled May 23 and I’m getting a twitch (LOL) with worry about weight gain! UGH!!!! Will this “recover” help with that?? I also have Multiple Sclerosis so am NOT to take anything that increases the immune system………….. pls help. Thanks!!
May 12th, 2007 at 3:52 pm
Hi PJ,
Many thanks for your comments! (When I started this blog, it didn’t occur to me that my ebook readers would post online, so it’s a real thrill to hear from you this way.)
On the Recovery website, they do have articles about both weight loss and Multiple Sclerosis. Here’s the main MS link: http://www.remarkable-recovery.com/article/00199.php
I recommend you show the link to your primary care physician and ask her/him if it’s safe for you.
All the best on the 23rd and beyond….
Sheila
May 26th, 2007 at 9:16 pm
Sheila, I am considering purchasing your ebook and would like to know if this book will help me even I if I am haveing a partial hysterectomy (my ovaries are staying)?
May 28th, 2007 at 12:31 pm
Hi Angela,
Thanks for your question.
If you’re looking for medical info, my eBook would not be a good choice. Instead, my focus is on lots of practical things to do, so that you can prepare well and recover well. (All based on my own research and experience, plus that of many readers of earlier editions, who’ve shared their stories.)
Although I had a total hyst, which involves the longest recovery time, women who’ve had “simpler” hysts (partial, LAVH, and now Da Vinci) have also found it helpful.
Cheers,
Sheila
September 10th, 2007 at 4:17 pm
Thank you so much- thank God you were there, literally, in book form. I was told I needed a hyster. ASAP since I had a uterine polyp, fibroids, a slightly elevated CA125 count (unreliable cancer test in blood)and 49 years old. Let me share one comment about internal stitches I didn’t read in your guide: they may hurt longer than the abdominal surgical area itself but my discomfort (almost majically) disappeared after week 4 post op. Ladies,take your vitamins, take care of yourself, take time off, and …
Sheila, your inspirational guide was my greatest gift!
October 1st, 2007 at 12:48 pm
Sheila:
I purchased your Happy Hysterectomy e-book back in August. I had my hysterectomy on Sept. 5th 2007. I had severe endometriosis, an ovarian cyst and fibroid tumors. I was in a lot of pain and was alway exhausted and miserable. Your book helped me to prepare and what to expect afterwards. It was a great help. I am a 31 years old. I am a wife and mother of 1 beautiful 7 year old daughter. My husband and I had wanted 1 more child and tried. We were unsuccessful. Because of the cyst and the severe endo I am unable to conceive. Because of wanting another child, the decision to have the hysterectomy was the hardest one I have ever had to make. It was the best choice for me. Since the surgery I feel wonderful. All that pain is gone! I am still recovering, my doctor wants me to take it easy for the full 6 weeks. No driving, stress, lifing, housework. Doing nothing is driving me crazy, but I am enjoying all the rest and relaxation. My husband, family and friends have all been wonderful to me. They are helping me with the housework and to take care of my daughter. I don’t know what I would have done without them. Also I don’t know what I would have done without your book. I would have been a mad woman, rushing around at the last minute trying to get everything done and arranged.
Thank you
Jennifer