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Hyster Sisters Community Central
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News about HysterSisters.com. News about hysterectomy in the medical community. Note: Do you have a link to a piece of NEWS or Medical Warning for our community about hysterectomy, hormones or gynecological cancer? Submit it here.
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Unsure where to post? Stop by here and introduce yourself. We can help you find your way around. Replies only by our special "bot" and staff for Non-hyst support help for navigating the site.
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Hysterectomy Support Posts
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Non-hysterectomy solutions (ie: Ablations, Myomectomy, Endometriosis treatments) or Pre-scheduled hysterectomy discussions.
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Pre-Op questions, concerns and support for "Ladies in Waiting" who have scheduled their hysterectomy. (Still exploring? Post your question in "Options" forum above. Post-op members - reply only to Pre-op questions without starting new threads.)
Sub-Forums: Hints from Members
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Post-Op Hysterectomy recovery questions, answers and support. This is the place for questions after your hysterectomy - removal of uterus. Don't forget to pamper the princess!
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Home from the hospital? Tell us about your hospital experience, your ongoing recovery, what led to your decision to have a hysterectomy and how hystersisters.com has helped you. Read Only Replies not allowed
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Hormone Issues (HRT - No HRT)
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Hormones and menopause discussion area. Pre-op questions, Post-op concerns. HRT/Menopause Basics.
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Specific needs for HRT and Menopause may be found in our sub-forums:
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No ovaries? Menopause symptoms? Hot Flashes? Night Sweats? Come discuss the options available for surgical menopause with HRT and NHRT.
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No ovaries? If you can't take HRT, there's always chocolate, some ideas and hugs. Join a community here to discuss choices to help ease surgical menopause symptoms.
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If you have had a hysterectomy and have kept your ovaries, you will eventually experience natural menopause.
by Kim M
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Hysterectomy Special Needs
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Cancer Concerns - GYN (8 Viewing)
Having a hysterectomy and also dealing with cancer fears and realities? Support for Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer (HPV), Endometrial Cancer, Uterine Cancer and other related GYN cancers.
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Long term complications many years post op hysterectomy? Chronic Pain post-op? Find support from other Hyster Sisters. (For complications during the initial post-op recovery of 3 to 6 months, please post on "POST OP" forum.)
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Endometriosis Support (4 Viewing)
Diagnosed with endometriosis? Battling endometriosis after hysterectomy? Find caring support and helpful information from other women who also battle this complicated disease.
Yesterday 11:26 PM Go to last post
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Oophorectomy without a hysterectomy? Post hysterectomy and returning to surgery for oophorectomy (ovary removal)? Salpingectomy (fallopian tube removal)? Support for your pre-op and post-op oophorectomy needs.
Yesterday 01:34 PM Go to last post
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Hysterectomy related concerns about the Bladder, Ureters, Rectum, Slings, TVT/TOT, Cystocele, Rectocele, A&P Repair, Mesh, UTI, Fistula, Interstitial Cystitis, Post-Op Incontinence, Pelvic Nerves & Tissues, etc.
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More than 6 months post-op hysterectomy experiencing sexual dysfunction? Discuss low libido/no response and relevant sexual concerns following hysterectomy. FSAD and HSDD - Posts submitted will be reviewed prior to public viewing: Moderated.
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Breast health concerns after your hysterectomy? Mammograms, biopsies, lumps, cysts, breast cancer diagnosis and treatment? Questions about hormones and your breasts? Post them here.
03-19-2010 10:12 PM Go to last post
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Hyster Sisters Posts from the Heart
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Aching Hearts (1 Viewing)
Tea and Sympathy for the Hyster Sisters. Talk about grief, depression and other emotions relating to hysterectomy and loss.
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Yesterday 10:07 AM Go to last post
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Write a letter to your loved one here. This is the place to express your physical and emotional needs and to express your thankfulness. Be as specific as possible as this will help husbands who lurk. ;)
by Iris964
03-13-2010 08:38 PM Go to last post
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"I will lift up my eyes to the heavens from where shall my help come from? My help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth." Ps 121:1-2
03-12-2010 10:01 AM Go to last post
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Tell us how you found hystersisters.com. Tell us if hystersisters has been helpful to you. Want the world to know? Tell the world HERE!
02-19-2010 05:07 AM Go to last post
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Hysteritaville - Wellness Post Hysterectomy
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Wellness and Fitness after hysterectomy. Eating well. Exercise. Healthier living. Goals! Articles
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Join a group or start a group to meet your special needs. Age related, Program related, Occupation related. You choose!
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HysterSisters Connecting Friends
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Friends Without Faces (8 Viewing)
Non-hysterectomy discussions are located here. If its not about hysterectomy surgery, talk about it here. Subforums: Parenting, Pets, Decorating, Crafts, Reviews and more! Holiday Greetings go here!
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Are you a HysterSisters Addict? Does your family think you have joined a cult because all you talk about is HysterSisters.com? Come join in the 24/7 party!
08-11-2009 12:37 PM Go to last post
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Life changes for Hyster Sisters as they heal and move on and get back to their lives after their hysterectomy. Be sure and visit when you can and let us know how you are doing!
03-20-2010 11:16 AM Go to last post
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National Ovarian Cancer Coalition and HysterSisters team up! Walk for the Whisper and other local events. Threads organized by locations. Not a thread for your area? Contact the hostess of this forum to add your area NOCC.
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Hyster Sisters Extras and Add-Ons
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It might not be about hysterectomy support (the mission of Hyster Sisters) but with smart, caring sisters, we might have an idea where you can look.
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Help us gather recipes! Main Dishes, Veggies, Desserts, Prune Recipes, Breads, Healthy Choices and more! Add yours to our forum!
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Because inquiring minds want to know: Vote in polls here or post women's health petitions. All new polls/petitions are moderated. NOTE: Our Poll results are not scientific. The results reflect only the opinions of those members who chose to vote.
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Your thoughts, prayers regarding the war in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the tragedy of September 11. We support our troops here.
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Hyster Sisters Shopping
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Hysterectomy? Have you purchased the Hyster Sisters book? Nightshirt-Coverup? Tummy pillow/totebag? Check out the Hyster Sisters merchandise and make purchases in our secured online store. Its better than your local mall! Aww! Come on in!
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Book Resources for hysterectomy: Decisions, optional treatments, what to expect, fibroids, endo, encouragement. (Submitted books are reviewed for hysterectomy relevance)
11-10-2009 09:42 AM Go to last post
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Hyster Sisters Neighborhoods
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Where are you? Contact Other Hyster Sisters in your Area for chit chat and social get-togethers. (Pre-Op and Post-Op concerns should not be posted here. Please use Pre-Op/Post-Op forums above for hyst support)
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Where are you? Contact Other Hyster Sisters in your Area for chit chat and social get-togethers. (Pre-Op and Post-Op concerns should not be posted here. Please use Pre-Op/Post-Op forums above for hyst support)
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Technical Help
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Can't figure something out on these message boards? Geeky husband not around to help you? Post a message and one of the geekier Hyster Sisters will be able to shed some light!
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