Hysterectomy is the second most common surgery for women in their reproductive years, right after cesarean section. Nearly 68% of these surgeries are done to address non-cancerous conditions such as ...

In today’s edition of Daily Dose, Dr. Lacy Anderson answers a viewer’s question about the side effects of a hysterectomy and how to treat them. In today’s edition of Daily Dose, Dr. Lacy Anderson ...

1 Division of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Department of Clinical Sciences, Karolinska Institutet, Danderyd Hospital, SE-182 88, Stockholm, Sweden. catharina.forsgren@ds.se. 2 Department of Medical ...

A hysterectomy can treat more severe cases of endometriosis. But it’s not necessarily a cure, as some people may still experience symptoms afterward. A hysterectomy involves removing the uterus. It’s ...

Both procedures are used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding and other uterine conditions. Endometrial ablation is a less invasive form of surgery that destroys the lining of the uterus, while a ...

Urinary incontinence may negatively affect quality of life with a wide range of social implications causing distress, embarrassment and loss of self assurance. [72] Incontinence can also be a major ...