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5 months post-op: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
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06-13-2020, 05:01 PM
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Posts: 8
Hysterectomy: January 21st, 2020
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5 months post-op: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
I've gained 9 lbs since my hysterectomy and I am afraid that this is going to get out of control. It's been 5 months since I've had my hysterectomy. I am wondering if anyone else noticed weight gain after the surgery and if it eventually stabilized? Please share your experience.
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06-13-2020, 06:18 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 666
Hysterectomy: May 1st, 2018
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
Hi,
Some ladies go through this experience without gaining weight......... I was not lucky to be one of those. I have gained roughly 10lbs since my surgery and no amount of diet or exercise has taken it off. I eat right and exercise. I know in the begining I had swelling from healing and inflammation, but 2 years post op I cannot use that excuse anymore I actually see my Dr for my yearly wellness exam and will ask him if it may be hormone related or if it is simply because the hysterectomy was my 3rd abdominal surgery. You are still fairly early in your recovery, so there is a chance the weight gain is temporary. Wishing you the best
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06-13-2020, 08:57 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 3,386
Hysterectomy: July 31st, 2013
Surgery Type: TLH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
I am one of those you haven’t gained weight after my hysterectomy. I lost a few pounds in the first month which is typical due to lack of appetite. It’s been almost 8 years now, still same weight, more tone as I have been exercising.
I have kept my ovaries and eat very well and balanced vegetarian and no processed foods at all (I cook everything from scratch) and plenty of water and a coffee/day.
If you lost your ovaries, there’s a chance your metabolism is slowing down, so maybe look at reducing portions and stay away from processed foods/drinks
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06-13-2020, 08:58 PM
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Posts: 1,253
Hysterectomy: November 13th, 2018
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
I found that I gained a bit of weight right after my hysterectomy and I believe it was because I literally laid around and did nothing for a month. I had extensive repairs done so I had to. I've noticed 2 things that cause me to gain weight. For some reason the oral estrogen caused it more than the injections I get now. I also have to really watch what I eat. I eat 4 very balanced meals per day and count every single bite I eat and I'm actually losing weight now. I think as we age our metabolism slows down and we can't eat like we did when we were 20. I also find that the calories given on a product are way OFF. For example if you eat popcorn it will say it's so many calories for 3 cups or so many grams. But if you take that 3 cups that you measured and put it on a scale it weighs way more than the grams they say it should. So I bought a small kitchen scale and actually weigh the food. So many hidden calories in everything. It's like salad dressing is loaded in high calories and sugar. Those are just a few tips. You can gain water weight on estrogen especially if it's hot out.
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06-14-2020, 05:13 AM
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Posts: 8,056
Hysterectomy: April 14th, 2015
Surgery Type: LSH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: 5 months post-op: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
If your recent weight gain is a result of slowed metabolism, increasing your muscle mass through strength training can help; during the current situation, you can search YouTube or other online platforms for routines that utilize your own weight or ordinary household objects as resistance. Another thing that can cause water weight gain is excess sodium intake, so be sure to read labels, and keep your intake around 1,500 mg per day. Keeping a food diary, and being sure to include all those BLTs - bites, licks and tastes - can also help. Portion control can also help, which means filling at least half your plate with non-starchy vegetables; the remainder should include a serving of carbs about the size of your cupped hand, and a palm-sized serving of protein. And speaking of carbs, while all those low carb diets that are currently trending may sound enticing, a better strategy is to be smart about the types of carbs you consume. High-glycemic carbs from white potatoes, sugary drinks, sugary spreads like jam or honey, refined grain products, and most packaged snack or dessert foods cause your blood sugar levels to spike, to which your body responds by pumping out insulin, causing those calories to be stored as fat; low-glycemic carbs from most fruits and vegetables, legumes and whole grains come packaged with fibre, which encourages a more slow, steady rise in blood sugar, and can help to prevent overeating by triggering the signal to your brain that you've had enough to eat. Cooking and cooling high-carb foods creates resistant starch, which is more likely to be eliminated in your poop than stored as fat. Also be sure to include regular, moderate servings of MUFAs - monounsaturated fatty acids from avocados, nuts and seeds, and olive oil, which can help by assuring your body that it's okay to let go of its fat stores. Best wishes for a successful weight loss, and for your continued recovery!
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06-14-2020, 08:46 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 8
Hysterectomy: January 21st, 2020
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Re: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
Thank you so much for letting me know your experience. I really hope that it's temporary, as I eat very healthy and exercise too, so I am hoping that my body is adjusting to everything. Hope you figure it out for yourself as well.
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06-14-2020, 08:48 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 8
Hysterectomy: January 21st, 2020
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Re: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
Thanks! I cook everything from scratch as well. I don't eat processed foods, and my diet consists mostly of veggies and fruits. I hope I figure it out and that it's only temporary.
I've kept both of my ovaries. When I asked the dr. would I gain weight after this he said not necessary, but it definitely happened so I am a little sad, but I will try to figure it out.
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06-14-2020, 08:53 AM
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Hysterectomy: January 21st, 2020
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Re: 5 months post-op: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
Thank you so much. I am someone that eats extremely healthy. I cook all of my meals. Mostly veggies and fruits, healthy fats from avocados, I was 104 lbs when I did my surgery and now I am over 113lbs, for my height 5'2 I feel it's too much, and I am afraid that It will get out of control, the only thing that did change is being less active, so I will try to exercise more and pay attention to portion control.
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Originally Posted by Tiger_Eye
If your recent weight gain is a result of slowed metabolism, increasing your muscle mass through strength training can help; during the current situation, you can search YouTube or other online platforms for routines that utilize your own weight or ordinary household objects as resistance. Another thing that can cause water weight gain is excess sodium intake, so be sure to read labels, and keep your intake around 1,500 mg per day. Keeping a food diary, and being sure to include all those BLTs - bites, licks and tastes - can also help. Portion control can also help, which means filling at least half your plate with non-starchy vegetables; the remainder should include a serving of carbs about the size of your cupped hand, and a palm-sized serving of protein. And speaking of carbs, while all those low carb diets that are currently trending may sound enticing, a better strategy is to be smart about the types of carbs you consume. High-glycemic carbs from white potatoes, sugary drinks, sugary spreads like jam or honey, refined grain products, and most packaged snack or dessert foods cause your blood sugar levels to spike, to which your body responds by pumping out insulin, causing those calories to be stored as fat; low-glycemic carbs from most fruits and vegetables, legumes and whole grains come packaged with fibre, which encourages a more slow, steady rise in blood sugar, and can help to prevent overeating by triggering the signal to your brain that you've had enough to eat. Cooking and cooling high-carb foods creates resistant starch, which is more likely to be eliminated in your poop than stored as fat. Also be sure to include regular, moderate servings of MUFAs - monounsaturated fatty acids from avocados, nuts and seeds, and olive oil, which can help by assuring your body that it's okay to let go of its fat stores. Best wishes for a successful weight loss, and for your continued recovery!
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08-13-2020, 06:47 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 5
Hysterectomy: May 26th, 2020
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: 5 months post-op: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
Ive noticed weight gain as well, but more than that less energy, sleepless nights and no motivation.
I take premarin 1x day along with buspar for anxiety was before the hrt, also multivitamin, extra vit d & biotin.
I just turned 48 & complete hysterectomy may2020.
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08-21-2020, 06:38 AM
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Posts: 18,968
Hysterectomy: May 16th, 2016
Surgery Type: LSH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: 5 months post-op: Weight Gain after Hysterectomy
At 2-1/2 months the lack of energy is not out of the ordinary, nor is fatigue. Fatigue seems to be one of the last things to leave us, often lingering for 6 months up to a year. I hit a notable fatigue wall at 7 months - I'd gotten enough sleep and wasn't ill, so it still might've been a post-op thing.
Doctors often advise their patients to stick with an HRT prescription for 4-6 weeks to see how you do, but it's not one size fits all. There are different formulations, doses, delivery methods, and those differences can affect your body's response. HRT often needs a bit of tweakin' to suit your needs.
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