| Hysterectomy
related problems |
Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.
This is done for many different reasons. A common reason is fibroid
tumors, benign growths in the uterus that can cause problems. Over 30%
of the hysterectomies performed in the U.S. are done to remove fibroids.
Other conditions for which hysterectomy is performed include endometriosis
(20%) and prolapse of the uterus (16-18%). The symptoms that lead
women to consider hysterectomy are varied but include the following: a
constant heavy, bloated feeling; urinary
tract problems or incontenence;
unusually long and heavy menstrual periods; unusual swelling in the
abdominal region (due to fibroid tumors); infertility (due to fibroid
tumors or endometriosis); and intolerance to the drug therapy usually
prescribed for endometriosis. ...more
| Nutrient /
Supplement |
Importance
( 1 - 10 ) |
Helpful notes |
| Calcium |
10 |
this mineral is
affected by low estrogen |
| Boron |
10 |
this
mineral helps improve calcium absorption |
| Dong
Quai |
9 |
this herb acts as a
natural estrogen promoter and works well with fennel,
fenugreek, ginseng, and licorice |
| Black
Cohosh |
10 |
herb use for women's
health problems |
| Fenugreek |
9 |
this herb works a an
estrogen booster |
| Olive
leaf |
9 |
herb that helps with
healing |
| Dandelion |
9 |
herb to detoxify and
cleanse the blood |
| Red
Clover |
9 |
herb the works with
dandelion (see Genesis below) |
| Potassium |
8 |
mineral helps replace
electrolytes |
| Multi-vitamin
and Mineral supplement |
10 |
Contains
all of the vitamins and minerals needed such as vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin
B, zinc, boron, manganese, enzymes and other nutritional supplements which are all needed for good general
health and well being. |
| vitamin
A |
9 |
it is important
for slowing the aging process and tissue repair |
| Carotenoids |
9 |
works with vitamin
A (see Mega Juice below) |
| vitamin
C |
9 |
helps with healing and
tissue repair |
| Bioflavonoids |
9 |
works with vitamin C |
| vitamin
B |
9 |
helps with the nervous system,
stress, and depression |
| vitamin
E |
8 |
this mineral is helpful in
estrogen production and it works in combination with vitamin A
on aging related problems and health disorders |
| Zinc |
8 |
aids with calcium
absorption and it is required for a healthy and strong immune system |
| Magnesium |
6 |
needed for good
mineral metabolism |
 Symmetry products
women tell us they use for
Hysterectomy
(click on the product name for more
information)
|
Female Balance
Calcium Coverage
Protection
4 Life
Genesis
Advanced
Omega
Nutra
Pack
Mega
Juice
Aloe
Plus
BotanaCleanse
Plus |
herbal blend with Dong quai, Black
Cohosh, and herbal
co-support
multi-source of calcium includes coral calcium, vitamin D, boron, and more
excellent daily supplemental health system
liquid herbal healing formula - Fenugreek, Red
clover, Dandelion + more
flax seed, borage seed, and omegas in one
formula
complete daily supplement with all the
vitamins and minerals listed above
healing extracts from fruits and vegetables,
bioflavonoids + carotenoids
Aloe vera liquid formula with Passionflower, Kava,
Ginseng, and more
colon intestinal cleansing and restoration - vital
for good health |
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There are 3 different types
of hysterectomy:
1. Total hysterectomy - in this procedure, the
cervix is removed along with the uterus.
2. Partial hysterectomy - in partial hysterectomy,
the uterus is removed but the cervix and other female reproductive
organs remain intact.
3. Pan hysterectomy - this is the most common form of
hysterectomy, the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and uterus are removed.
Many women who have hysterectomies experience
significant problems as a result. The most obvious of these occurs
when the ovaries are removed together with the uterus; menopause
begins abruptly, with its attendant difficulties and discomforts,
because the body is suddenly deprived of estrogen. This hormonal loss
in turn can lead to a greatly increased risk of bone mass loss, which
often precedes osteoporosis, and to an
increased likelihood of heart disease, as well as depression,
urinary tract problems, joint pain, headaches, dizziness, insomnia,
and fatigue. Even women who retain their ovaries often experience a
drastic reduction in estrogen production, and menopause comes
earlier-sometimes years earlier than it would have naturally. This is
believed to be because the supply of blood to the ovaries is disrupted
and decreased by removal of the uterus. Over half of women who have
ovary-sparing "partial" hysterectomies experience early
menopause. Another problem common among women who have undergone
hysterectomy is diminished sexual
interest and desire after surgery. Research indicates that one
third of all women who have hysterectomies find their sexual desire
and enjoyment greatly diminished. Removal of the ovaries may result in
loss of sexuality because they secrete about half of a woman's supply
of androgens, hormones that are responsible for sex drive in both men
and women. However, diminished sexuality may occur whether or not the
ovaries are removed. In Finland, studies have shown that the removal
of the cervix in hysterectomy also resulted in diminished capacity for
orgasm.
Not all of the problems that can follow hysterectomy are directly
hormone related. Some women experience depression because of the
knowledge that once the uterus is gone, it is too late to change one's
mind about having children. Also, no surgical procedure is entirely
100% safe, foolproof, or guaranteed. There is a 50% chance of at least
one minor postoperative complication (usually fever, bleeding, or
wound trouble). It is estimated that 1 woman in 1,000 who has a
hysterectomy will die as a result of complications, and 10 percent of
the women who have this surgery will require a blood transfusion, an
unsettling prospect in this age of AIDS.
GOOD
SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM TO TRY
-
Female Balance
- women's healing herbal blend with Black cohosh, Dong quai,
and more
-
Protection
4 Life with Genesis - has 4 products in it which all
will benefit women with hysterectomy issues and related health
problems. This kit
includes:
1. Advanced Omega
2. Mega Juice
3. NutraPack
4. Genesis
OTHER CHANGES TO MAKE
- drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled water a day
- eat lots of raw fruits and vegetables (green leafy vegetables
are great)
- juice is good (make your
own with a juice machine)
- do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
- do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
- use stress relief like going for walks in the park
- fast a few days a month
- a colon intestinal cleansing is helpful (see BotanaCleanse
above)
- get sleep
- brown rice and millet are good to eat
- avoid red meat and animal fats
- reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
- exercise light to moderate amounts ... yoga and stretching
are good
- do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
- PRAY ... it does help with all aspects of life and healing
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