Rethinking Hysterectomy For Prolapse

Hysterectomy is often overutilized, especially when it comes to treating prolapse. In fact, I’d venture to say that the majority of these surgeries don’t need to be performed at all.
 

Prolapse repair combined with a hysterectomy can sound like a quick fix—after all, the idea of prolapse is understandably scary. But here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to be.
 

If prolapse is caught in its earlier stages, it can often be managed without surgery, even if you want to stay active, lift weights, and live a normal life. 

It’s important to know that prolapse repair surgery is a challenging procedure to recover from, and in some cases, people feel worse post-surgery than they did with their prolapse.
 

Since a good outcome isn’t guaranteed, I strongly believe that every woman considering this procedure should get a lot of opinions. 

Here’s what I’d recommend:

• Speak with multiple surgeons.

• Consult with multiple pelvic floor therapists.

• If it were my body, I’d spend at least a year trying conservative care before opting for surgery.

If surgery ends up being the right answer for you, that’s okay. Many people do have great outcomes, especially when they continue working with a pelvic floor therapist after surgery. 

The key is making sure you’ve explored all your options and feel confident in your decision.
 

Remember, you deserve to make an informed choice about your body!