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Options to Hysterectomy
Pre-Op Hysterectomy
Post-Op Hysterectomy
Hormone and Menopause
Intimacy after Hysterectomy
Pelvic Floor
Fitness after Hysterectomy
GYN Cancer
Grief and Loss
Endometriosis
Uterine Fibroids
Hysterectomy Stories
Ask A Doctor

• Educate yourself.
  Read books and articles to better understand what to ask your doctor.
  
  
• Initiate conversation.
  Don’t expect your doctor to specifically ask about your concern.
  
  
• Take a helpful article.
  "I was reading this book/article and wondered what you thought about it."
  
  
• Prepare a discussion starter.
  "I was hoping that you might be able to help me with this problem I am having."
  
  
• Acknowledge the subject.
  Discussing sex can be embarrassing or uncomfortable but you need medical direction for treatment.
  
  
• Be specific.
  Be sure and use an accurate description of the problem and appropriate vocabulary.
  
  
• Persist.
  "If you can't help me with this, who would you recommend?"
  
  
• Share information.
  If you've heard of a potential treatment, provide the information to your doctor. This is especially helpful if the information is based on research and already accepted in the medical community.
  
  
• Bring your spouse or a friend.
  Sometimes it might help you to bring someone with you to your appointment. It can possibly help to provide support for you.
  
  
• Ask for additional time.
  If you find the doctor doesn't seem to have adequate time for a discussion, ask for additional time. Or ask if you need to make another appointment for a longer time slot.
  
  
• After your appointment.
  If you are unsatisfied with the discussion with your doctor, don't stop there. This will take effort on your part. Don't give up!
  
  
• Keep Looking.
  Look for a physician who will listen if you are not satisfied with the discussion during your appointment
  
  
• Ask for physician referrals.
  Friends and family may have referrals for you to consider. Especially keep an ear out for friends who may struggle from similar concerns.
  
  
• "Interview" several/many doctors.
  It may take you several doctor appointments before you find the physician that you feel most comfortable and is most helpful.

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Recommended for Hysterectomy Recovery

The HysterSisters Store has gathered products made specifically for your recovery from surgery. Here are the best sellers we can recommend to help you:

• The Great Binder Set - We have made it very easy for you and combined the two best binders and the Silky Sac into a great set to save you money! Our favorite is the Perfect Pocket binder with cold/hot packs!
• Deluxe Hyst Prep Set - As you plan, we've gathered the best products into one set for special pricing.
• Post-Op Panty - These great panties speed recovery, and reduces scarring. They contain a medical-grade silicone panel over incision to reduce scar's apperance while they provide support to weakened muscles and tissues from surgery. Excellent!
• Softest Bra Ever - When you want to wear something, but feel nothing. This is the softest bra ever, in microfiber with no hardware or tags to chafe or dig! The comfort-ribbed underband stays in place gently, so it is perfect for sleeping and lounging.
• HysterSisters Accessory Kit - Are you a HysterSisters fan? This set has a fun collection of HysterSisters items.
• Very Private Moisture - Once your doctor gives you the green light for intimacy, this is the stuff! This is a best selling product with a high rate of permanent, satisfied, repeat customers! Relieves vaginal dryness instantly, protects tissue & enhances intimacy. "Buy it for the problem, use it for the pleasure."