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Alternatives to Hysterectomy: Your Choices
May 17, 2024
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Alternatives to Hysterectomy: Your Choices
Hysterectomies are so common among American women that they’re practically considered a terrifying rite of passage. In the United States, nearly 20 million women have already undergone this radical procedure. If current trends hold, then one out of every three women living in the U.S. today will have a hysterectomy by the age of 60.
It’s frightening how many doctors resort to hysterectomies, often treating it as a go-to surgical procedure. In reality, there are more suitable and less invasive alternatives to this type of surgery.
What Is A Hysterectomy?
Hysterectomies are operations that remove part or all of a woman’s uterus.
The most common type of hysterectomy is the total abdominal hysterectomy or TAH. Approximately 65 percent of all hysterectomies are TAHs. During a TAH, an incision is made into the abdomen to access the uterus. At that point, an incision can be made to remove the uterus; this process is known as a vaginal hysterectomy.
Common Reasons To Have A Hysterectomy
There are several reasons why a woman would be encouraged to undergo a hysterectomy including:
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Abnormal vaginal bleeding
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Uterine prolapse
: The uterus slides out of its normal position into the vaginal canal.
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