A hysterectomy can treat more severe cases of endometriosis. But it’s not necessarily a cure, as some people may still experience symptoms afterward. A hysterectomy involves removing the uterus. It’s ...

Deciding to undergo a hysterectomy wasn’t a simple choice for Melody Brown. Before going under the knife, she first weighed many factors. Her uterine fibroids were making life difficult. She faced ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Having a hysterectomy can increase your odds of weight gain. But there are steps you can take to prevent this from happening or lose ...

If you have a hysterectomy that involves removing your ovaries, you will have a more sudden menopause. You may have more severe symptoms, and it may increase your risk for some health conditions.

Cesarean delivery linked to hysterectomy complications Women with at least 1 previous cesarean delivery have an increased risk of complications when undergoing a hysterectomy. Women who have had at ...

Hysterectomy is the most common major gynecological surgery performed across the world, with a significant variation in ...