Can You Get a Hysterectomy for Heavy Bleeding?
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Many women may experience irregular periods from time to time — which can be somewhat normal and harmless —but when heavy bleeding becomes continuous, recurrent, severe, or disruptive to your daily life, it may no longer be considered a variant of normal. In some cases, heavy bleeding may be caused by uterine fibroids and other growths, while other women may develop heavy periods with age, after multiple pregnancies, or for another reason.
At Professionals for Women's Health, our Columbus and Westerville, OH, and Dublin, OH women's health specialists understand how frustrating and even debilitating it can be to struggle with heavy periods, and we also understand why some women may be hesitant to undergo a procedure as extensive as an open hysterectomy. With this in mind, we are proud to offer minimally invasive robotic hysterectomy surgery in Columbus, OH using the cutting-edge da Vinci robot for added precision, accuracy, convenience, and more. Take a closer look here at how a hysterectomy can improve heavy periods and other gynecological symptoms to help you regain control of your life and boost your overall well-being.
What causes heavy period bleeding?
Heavy menstrual bleeding can occur for a variety of reasons and may be acute, intermittent, recurrent, or chronic. Additionally, abnormal bleeding may be moderate or severe and may be accompanied by additional symptoms, such as pelvic pain and cramping. Some of the most common causes of heavy periods include:
- Endometriosis
- Uterine fibroids
- Polyps
- Ovarian cysts
- Hormone changes
- Perimenopause
- Gynecological cancers
Will a hysterectomy help with heavy periods?
In most cases, a hysterectomy — referring to the surgical removal of the uterus — will greatly improve and usually stop heavy bleeding, as the origin of the menstrual blood (shedding of the uterine lining) will no longer happen without the uterus present. For women in Dublin or Westerville, OH with heavy periods and/or abnormal menstrual bleeding that interferes with their daily life, comfort, confidence, and other aspects of their health and well-being, a hysterectomy can be life-changing.
Can I get a robotic hysterectomy for heavy periods?
Yes, a robotic hysterectomy is generally considered a safe, appropriate, and effective procedure for addressing various causes of heavy bleeding, including endometriosis and others. Because of its minimally invasive nature and other benefits, many women prefer a robotic hysterectomy vs. open surgery when possible. These benefits may include:
- Shorter recovery period
- Smaller incisions
- Minimal, if any, visible scarring
- Lower risk of blood loss
- Fewer intraoperative risks
- Greater precision and accuracy
Am I too young for a hysterectomy?
While many women undergo hysterectomy in their 50s and 60s, it is not uncommon for a woman in her 40s, 30s, or even 20s to have a hysterectomy when she is struggling with certain gynecological problems, like gynecological cancers or heavy periods. Of course, there are considerations about undergoing hysterectomy at an early age, like the impact it will have on future family planning, fertility, menopause, and more. Regardless of your age, if you have questions about whether a hysterectomy may be the right solution for heavy vaginal bleeding, don't hesitate to reach out to our caring team to learn more.
Free yourself from the burden of heavy periods with a robotic hysterectomy in Columbus, OH
When heavy periods or abnormal bleeding occur, you should always let your gynecologist know to determine if and when a diagnostic workup may be needed to evaluate for a more serious condition. Based on those findings, you may be a candidate for hysterectomy surgery to address any issues that are found and/or to help relieve your disruptive symptoms. For more information about the benefits of a robotic hysterectomy for heavy bleeding and other female health issues, call Professionals for Women's Health to schedule your private consultation with one of our women's health specialists in Columbus, Dublin, or Westerville, OH today.