Weight gain after removal of ovaries
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However, hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) does seem to be linked to weight gain (I have read about 25 lbs. the first year post-op). Even when the ovaries are left in place, compromised ovarian function or complete failure are common which is probably the cause of the weight gain. But even when ovaries continue to function, there may be some other mechanism for the weight gain.
The uterus, ovaries, and tubes work as a unit / system a woman's whole life.
Ovary removal slows your metabolism so it's common to gain weight. Also, the ovaries produce hormones besides estrogen such as various androgens especially testosterone which is important for maintaining muscle mass as well as metabolism. Unfortunately, gynecologists rarely tell women about the importance of the lifelong production of hormones from our ovaries.
My organs were needlessly removed when I was 49 and the symptoms were severe to the point I could barely function.
after slipping a disc 3weeks ago and having a MRI scan it also revealed a large cyst.. my gyny has confirmed removal of both ovaries and the cyst.. I had a hysterectomy 6 yrs ago and a laparotomy 22yrs ago when i was pregnant. I,m worried about being plunged into the menopause over night and also wondered whether anyone else has noticed increased weight especially around the midrife..and i also have a pain between my shoulder blades around the bra strap area which really hurts??
Hello Kaybee1167,
it is quite possible that your complete hysterectomy did not include removal of both ovaries. The medical term for removal of both ovaries is bilateral salpingoophorectomy. If you do have ovaries present the average age of perimenopause is 47.5 and menopause is 51. So the short answer to your question is that it is possible.
, weight loss, evaluation for endocrine disorders such as diabetes and in the event of hirsutism (male hair pattern) spironolactone. Removal of the ovaries in the reproductive age women is associated. with it own morbidities and is therefore not commonly performed. How ever it is well documented that wedge resection of the ovaries and/or laser drilling of the ovaries is beneficial. The hemorrhagic cyst may be unrelated to your PCOS. Thank you ,
Erich T.
Not having a uterus explains a lot. Weight gain is a common complaint after hysterectomy even if the ovaries are not removed. But weight gain or not, the lower abdomen gradually becomes distended after hysterectomy. The reason is because four sets of ligaments are cut to remove the uterus. Those ligaments are the structural supports for the pelvis keeping the spine, hips, and rib cage in their proper positions.
Has anyone had or heard of anyone that has had a partial hysterectomy (cervix, uterus and tubes removed-ovaries left) instead of a tubal? I have heard so many horror stories of heavy periods after a tubal, and mentioned that concern to my OB/GYN. I currently use the Nuvaring, but we are sure we are finished having kids, and I would like to get off hormones (I get the automatic 5lb weight gain). My OB/GYN recommended the partial hysterectomy.
My girlfriend is 42. She had a full hysterectomy including removal of her ovaries. What is the best hormone replacement therapy and what hormones are necessary? How can she stay healthy, not gain weight and still be interested in sex? Any other advice about this whole situation would be helpful and appreciated.
t tracking my weight, I definitely feel like the hormones made me gain at least 5 pounds. My boobs - already big - got bigger too so I might tip over from those before the baby bump throws off my balance! Don't worry about the weight now, just focus on eating right for you and the baby. Congratulations!!
t answer the question of retained weight after a TAH with ovaries intact. I stregnth train to the point where the trainers at Golds tell me I don't need them. Short of lifting more than I do ( bench 100lbs, leg press 280lbs) I can see where cardio might help if I were to increase it. However, these exercise and eating habits have been with me for years. Why then have I gained 10lbs just because of surgery when I am young and healthy?
Since you have a hysterectomy scheduled, I assume you have a gynecologic problem unrelated to the ovarian cyst? As far as weight gain, many women complain of weight gain after hysterectomy. Even if you don't gain weight, your figure will change because of the loss of pelvic integrity from severing the four sets of uterine ligaments that are the pelvis' support structures which keep the spine, hips, and rib cage in their proper positions.
Weight gain is a common complaint after hysterectomy. I don't know how much is loss of ovarian hormones (even when ovaries are kept) versus some other metabolic effects (there is about a 40% chance of ovarian failure post-hysterectomy). I was never one to gain weight - could eat everything and as much as I wanted without gaining a pound. Since my hysterectomy, my hunger "mechanism" does not work properly. I rarely feel hungry and do not have a sense of fullness either.
most weight gain after a hysterectomy is due to the lack of activity during the healing process!! My advice is to not just lay there. Get up and go do as much as possible without over doing it as soon as possible! Also watch what u eat while not being as active as usual. We know what puts on the lbs and what doesnt! While your laying in bed excersise your legs or mayb get some light weights to work your arms out! If your body is moving your burning calories!!
To explain, my mother had the Whipple surgery in 2014, stomach rebuilt, head of pancreas, head of spleen, total removal of gall bladder, total removal of duodenum and partial removal of intestine, removal of a stent in the liver. Also a Coeliac and still a Coeliac after surgery. Diabetes comes and goes and not being treated. My mother is 78 years old.
The first six months post surgery (2015) - trial and error with enzymes - finally found the correct dosage that worked for her.
I think we have spoken before .... the removal of your ovaries would be to halt the production of Estrogen ... evidently your tumor was ER positive. You are taking Tamoxifen which is blocking the Estrogen and I'm sorry but I forgot you age ..... there are other medications that are prescribed when you are post menopausal or after the 5 yr.s of Tamoxifen for the same purpose. I'm not sure why oophorectomy was mentioned but I would certainly discuss this with your Oncologist.
I am sorry for your troubles. The removal of one ovary can disrupt the menstrual cycle. Sometimes the other ovary does not take over and actually gets "confused." This may very well be only temporary. So hopefully, your remaining ovary will get the message and take over for the missing one! Please keep us posted as your situation may help someone else.
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