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Pre-Procedure: HysterectomyAs you get ready for your upcoming hysterectomy, you may be feeling a bit anxious.That's understandable. To help ease your mind, focus on this. Surgery will relieve symptoms like painand heavy bleeding so you can get back to enjoying life.That's sure to make you smile. Knowing what to expect with the surgery can also help you feel lessanxious and better prepared. Here are the facts behind some common concerns about hysterectomy.How will I feel after surgery? You'll likely have some pain after surgery. How much is hard to predict.Everyone is different. The good news, any discomfort will get better over time, and your care team iswell equipped to help you manage it.Pain control options have come a long way over the years. Talk with your healthcare providerbeforehand about the best ways to ease your pain.What about the risks of surgery? All surgeries have some risks, like the chance for an infection orproblems with anesthesia. But remember, millions of people have general anesthesia every yearwithout any trouble.Your anesthesia provider is well trained in keeping you safe and pain free during surgery. Having ahysterectomy also has other risks, like heavy bleeding and damage to nearby organs. Keep in mindthese events are rare. Your care team has done lots of these surgeries and knows exactly how tokeep you safe and healthy.You can do your part too by following all pre- and post-surgery instructions. Be open and honest withyour care team about your use of medicines, alcohol, and drugs so they can make the best decisionsabout your treatment. And if you have questions, ask away.What will life be like after surgery? A hysterectomy will relieve difficult symptoms like pain, discomfort,and bleeding, but this surgery brings with it some other big life changes. You'll no longer be able toget pregnant, and you may go through menopause if you have your ovaries removed.These changes can trigger strong emotions. If you feel overwhelmed, sad, or stressed after surgery,be kind to yourself and tell your care team.They can help you cope with any emotional and physical changes. Still have questions or concerns?Your care team is here to help. Get in touch to learn more about what you can do to make yoursurgery a success.The contents of this video/website are for information purposes only. Nothing contained in this video/website is intended to substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, ortreatment. If you have any healthcare related concerns or questions, you should seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare providers. You should neverdisregard or discount the importance of professional medical advice because of something you have read or seen on this video/website. You should never delay seekingtreatment or advice for a medical condition because of something you have read or seen on this video/website.© Krames LLCThis program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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