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A hysterectomy diagnosis can leave you feeling lonely and frightened. It's a time when every woman could use a compassionate big sister.

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Welcome to the sisterhood of HysterSisters

The internet's premier woman-to-woman support site for hysterectomy information, support and recovery, Hyster Sisters: is truly a labor of love culling the combined wisdom of thousands of Hyster Sisters around the world who have faced hysterectomy firsthand, before hysterectomy, after hysterectomy, treatment options, surgical procedures, hormonal issues and a step-by-step guide through the weeks before and after surgery. A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.

We hope you'll find this site as helpful and reassuring as a warm hug. It's not intended to take the place of your doctor's advice. But it can help you in making some important decisions while you receive support for your hysterectomy needs during your pre-op waiting and your post-op hysterectomy recovery. If you struggle with endometriosis or fibroids, check out our Options to Hysterectomy section. Stop by the Hysterectomy Forums and browse the Hysterectomy Articles and Resources. Join for access to our Hysterectomy Checkpoints.

So pull up a chair, pour yourself some raspberry tea and settle in. You're among friends and sisters!

Benefits of Joining HysterSisters Hysterectomy Support

Join the HysterSisters.com website and receive access to additional resources, participate in our discussions and receive our free E-book: "Our Hysterectomy Stories". Download now! Not a member? Join now!
Live Discussions for your hysterectomy support needs
Hysterectomy Checkpoints
"Our Hysterectomy Stories" - Free e-book
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Alternatives to Hysterectomy

If you've been told you need a hysterectomy, you might be overwhelmed. Time to dig in, research and consider options for treatment of endometriosis, fibroids, prolapse or more.
	Alternatives to Hysterectomy - Discussions Hysterectomy Alternatives Articles Hysterectomy Alternatives Checkpoints (Register for access) Hysterectomy Alternative Success Stories More Hysterectomy Alternatives Information

Hysterectomy Options - Definition and Types

Understanding the different types of hysterectomy can help you be better informed and know what types of questions to ask for abdominal, vaginal or laparoscopic hysterectomy.
	Hysterectomy Defined Abdominal Hysterectomy Vaginal Hysterectomy Laparoscopic Hysterectomy da Vinci® Hysterectomy Oophorectomy

Pre Op Hysterectomy

Scheduled for a hysterectomy? You'll be better prepared with our resources and information and woman-to-woman support before your hysterectomy. Gather "questions to ask your doctor" and how to prepare your family.
	Before Hysterectomy Discussions Pre Op Hysterectomy Articles Pre Op Hysterectomy Checkpoints (Register for access) Pre Op Hysterectomy Hints More Pre Op Hysterectomy Information

Post Op Hysterectomy

After your hysterectomy can be frustrating and discouraging. Receive help, support, information and plenty of hugs from your sisters through every phase of recovery.
	After Hysterectomy Discussions Post Op Hysterectomy Articles Post Op Hysterectomy Checkpoints Weeks 1-2 - - 3-4 - - 5-6 (Register for access) More Post Op Hysterectomy Information

Our Hysterectomy Stories

Read through hundreds of member submitted "Hysterectomy Stories" for personal experiences of abdominal, vaginal, laparoscopic, da vinci robotic hysterectomies. For our free e-book containing selected member experiences, click here: "Our Hysterectomy Stories". (Join for free download)
	My TVH Journey by Animalia 4 Days Post Op by TishaJ88 12 Days Post Op - Feeling Great by Brink0423 Hyst From Beginning To End by Starrany Tvh by Teach27 Browse Abdominal Hysterectomy Stories Browse Vaginal Hysterectomy Stories Browse Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Stories Browse daVinci Hysterectomy Stories

Helpful HysterSisters Hysterectomy Links

Take your time. Browse our pages. Before hysterectomy. After hysterectomy. Dealing with ongoing pain. Bleeding. Whether you are concerned about managing menopause with or without hormone replacement therapy, fitness, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, uterine cancer, endometrial cancer, (or any other GYN cancer), sexual dysfunction, endometriosis, abdominal adhesions, chronic pain or any other topic related to your hysterectomy, HysterSisters is here to help.

Hysterectomy Message Boards - Discussions Hysterectomy Definition - Types
Surgical Menopause - Hormones
Dealing with GYN Cancer
Sexual Dysfunction
Pelvic Floor - Vaginal Prolapse - Cystocele - Rectocele - Bladder
Fitness Post Hysterectomy
Products for Your Hysterectomy
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Special Notes

Hysterectomy City Resources
We've gathered resources for your local needs. Search the HysterSisters.com Hysterectomy City Resources.
Give Me A Second
Have you got a second? Take 1.5 minutes to view this wonderful video about the importance of a second opinion. Give Me A Second. Pass the video on to your friends too!
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Member Survey
HysterSisters.com requests that all members fill out our Member Survey, a short, multiple choice answer format. Filling out the survey benefits the website and staff to provide support needs to its members. All members completing their survey receives a discount coupon to use in the HysterSisters store.
Free Hysterectomy Booklet
Order your copy of the HysterSisters Free Hysterectomy Booklet: "What 100,000 Women Know About Hysterectomy. Great info! Great resource for hysterectomy patients. [Order Now!]
Suggest a Doctor
Do you know a great doctor you'd like to recommend? Suggest a Doctor by visiting this new website.
Website Tutorial
We know the HysterSisters website is overwhelming. In fact, its downright huge! To help you find your way throughout the pages and to make the most of your visits while preparing for your hysterectomy or while recovering from hysterectomy surgery, check out our Website Tutorial
Join us!
There are many benefits to joining HysterSisters. Gain access to the Hysterectomy Checkpoints. Participate in our hysterectomy discussions and receive answers to your questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Join us!
The Hyster Sisters Store
Looking for products for your hysterectomy? The Hyster Sisters Store has great products we've found just for hysterectomy patients. Our favorite new products? Hysterectomy Surgical Aids to help you recover.

8 Days Post Op, Stomach Feels Really Tight, Is This Normal, Or Am I Doing Too Much?
Posted by sister68 on Wed 17:26 in Post-OP

I am 8 days post op, dvh. I start each day feeling really good and by late afternoon or e... (..More)

Sweating A Lot
Posted by montanagal78 on Wed 17:22 in Post-OP

I just had my surgery on monday and they did not take my ovaries. I am sitting here in a r... (..More)

Allergic Reaction To Steri Strips On Incisions
Posted by Michelle1965 on Wed 17:05 in Post-OP

Surgery June 3. Since have had itching under steri strips on all four sites (daVinci). One... (..More)

Bleeding And Clots?
Posted by DesignerNay on Wed 17:01 in Post-OP

I am 9 days post op from a LAVH. I had very little brownish blood up until today. Now toda... (..More)

2 Weeks Post Opp...very Crampy..normal?
Posted by gertrude333 on Wed 16:43 in Post-OP

i had my TAH 2 weeks ago and i am still very crampy....the Dr. removed a fibroid that meas... (..More)

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