Depression after Hysterectomy
One side effect that women experience after undergoing hysterectomy is depression.
This is quite a contradiction, though, to the findings of some studies, which show an improved mood among women who have undergone the procedure. These studies show that the lives of women who underwent the surgery actually improved — socially, sexually, and psychologically. In these studies, it didn’t seem to matter whether or not these women experienced depression or anxiety before the surgery.
The following are some of the possible causes of depression for the women who do experience it after undergoing hysterectomy:
* A woman might feel less of a woman after her uterus is removed during the surgery.
* A fear for one’s own health might result from undergoing the surgery.
* There is a fear that it might deteriorate the quality of personal relationships.
* There is much concern over whether the surgery will impose changes on a woman’s sexual life.
* A woman might feel saddened by the loss of her capability to bear children along with the loss of her uterus. This is whether or not she still wants to have children.
There’s no need to worry, though, as the woman usually goes back to her old self and gets her emotions under control as she continues to recover from the surgery.
However, you should still remain watchful if signs of depression after hysterectomy remain for a prolonged period of time. It may not fade on its own, especially when the depression has underlying biological and chemical causes. It should be noted that depression can be experienced by anyone regardless of age and race. Its duration, frequency, and treatment may also vary. It is then important for you to consult your doctor before things get out of hand.
Other causes for depression after hysterectomy aside from stress and disease are heredity, as well as a chemical and neurotransmitter imbalance in the bran. In addition, the removal of the ovaries during the hysterectomy can result in hormonal changes in a woman’s body, which, in turn, can cause depression after the surgery.
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