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Indications for Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy is performed for one of several reasons, including the following:


Fibroids: These are benign tumors that grow inside the uterus. Fibroids can cause persistent bleeding, anemia pelvic pain, and/or bladder pressure.

Endometriosis: This is a condition in which uterine tissue grows outside the uterus—on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or elsewhere in the body. Endometriosis can cause painful menstrual periods and/or heavy bleeding, and can someti...Read the full article