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So youâve been told you need surgery for a hysterectomy, also known as uterus removal. You are not alone; Hysterectomies are one of the most common types of surgery for women in the U.S. Having a hysterectomy can be an emotional and difficult journey, and many women feel a sense of loss afterwards, and worry about how their body will look and feel.
A hysterectomy refers to removal of ONLY the uterus and the cervix. The ovaries and the tubes are not removed during this procedure. The ovaries continue to make estrogen and function normally, so menopause or âthe changeâ will not occur. A partial hysterectomy refers to removal of the uterus and cervix. A complete hysterectomy refers to removal of the uterus, cervix, tubes and ovaries.