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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. Join Us!
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Hystersisters.com is a woman to woman support website for hysterectomy recovery. It is not intended to take the place of a personal physician. Hystersisters.com offers resources and kindness so that our visitors can discover options and make decisions for themselves.
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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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01-07-2012 03:01 PM
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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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Today 12:49 AM
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Come tell us what you think by voting in our monthly poll. Help us to help you! Plus, take a peek in case we have a current contest.
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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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Yesterday 04:49 PM
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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.)
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Today 02:20 AM
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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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Today 03:13 AM
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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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02-01-2012 04:42 AM
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Hormone Issues (HRT - No HRT)
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If you are pre-op hysterectomy or recent post-op hysterectomy - you may have questions about hormone replacement therapy - This forum is for basic questions about HRT and Menopause.
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Yesterday 11:08 PM
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If you don't have ovaries - and need support for hormone therapy needs - this is the place to discuss your support needs for surgical menopause.
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Yesterday 08:24 PM
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No ovaries? If you can't take HRT (hormone replacement therapy), there's always chocolate, some ideas and hugs. Join a community here to discuss choices to help ease surgical menopause symptoms without hormone therapy.
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Yesterday 10:56 PM
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If you have had a hysterectomy and have kept your ovaries, you may have questions about managing natural menopause and how to manage with or without hormone therapy. Come join the discussions.
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Today 02:13 AM
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Hysterectomy Special Needs
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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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Today 02:03 AM
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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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02-01-2012 02:13 PM
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Diagnosed with endometriosis? Battling endometriosis after hysterectomy? Find caring support and helpful information from other women who also battle this complicated disease.
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Yesterday 10:21 PM
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Oophorectomy (removal of ovaries), Ovarian Cystectomy (removal of ovarian cysts), Salpingectomy (removal of fallopian tubes), Trachelectomy (removal of cervix). Pre- and post-op support for members having any of these surgeries done separately from a hysterectomy (removal of uterus).
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Yesterday 11:07 PM
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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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Yesterday 09:43 PM
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More than 6 months post-op hysterectomy experiencing intimacy issues - 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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01-31-2012 12:05 AM
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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.
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02-02-2012 09:18 PM
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Hyster Sisters Posts from the Heart
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Tea and Sympathy for the Hyster Sisters. Talk about grief, depression and other emotions relating to hysterectomy and loss.
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02-02-2012 04:19 PM
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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. ;)
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Yesterday 12:03 PM
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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
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01-26-2012 12:37 PM
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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!
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01-02-2012 09:08 PM
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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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Yesterday 06:54 PM
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Join a group or start a group to meet your special needs. Age related, Program related, Occupation related. You choose!
Sub-Forums:  B.E.S.T.-(Better Eaters Support Team), Smoke out!, 100 lb Cruises - Come aboard!, Time for Curves, Pilates, Twenty Pound Club, Life Begins at 40, Over 50? - Thee and Me!, Road Bike Enthusiasts, Women Who Run, Tummy Tuck Too, Date Clubs
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HysterSisters Connecting Friends
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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!
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02-01-2012 03:55 PM
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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!
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02-02-2012 11:39 AM
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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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02-01-2012 11:46 AM
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Help us gather recipes! Main Dishes, Veggies, Desserts, Prune Recipes, Breads, Healthy Choices and more! Add yours to our forum!
Sub-Forums: Main Dishes, Freezer Dishes - Make ahead, Casseroles, Salads and Soups, Side Dishes, Post Op Prunes and Moving Dishes, Hysteritaville Healthwise, Vegetarian Specials, Breads and Muffins, Appetizers/Snacks/Party Food, Cakes and Pies, Desserts (Why can't estrogen come chocolate covered?), Other
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01-31-2012 03:05 PM
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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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02-01-2012 10:32 PM
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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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Ask a doctor your question. This is not a forum - but a FORM. Doctors may choose your question to answer. If answered it will appear in this list: Ask a Doctor Answers |
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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)
Sub-Forums: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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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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02-02-2012 09:29 AM
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Use this board to test your signatures and smileys.
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