Two weeks ago today I was getting prepped for an unexpected surgery and after some prayer, I’ve decided it’s okay to share more.
In the spirit of 2 Cor 1:3-5, I’d like to share that I had a hysterectomy. I am young and have learned that many women have this procedure around my age (40, 41). I did not know this. My hope is to continue to share about my journey and recovery here on my site through reflection posts about what the Lord has been teaching me. I will say that I came into this surgery quite healthy and therefore realize that my recovery, both physically and emotionally, may look differently than many others.
As I’ve entered into this new season of life and began researching, I’ve realized that there are not a lot of women sharing about this common procedure. Similar to when I had miscarriages, there were not many sharing openly about their journey. Today you can find an abundance of resources for women who have endured the pain of miscarriage and infertility but this has been a recent phenomenon. I hope that as I share about what the Lord is teaching me about life post this major surgery, there will be more who follow.
Today, I don’t have much to share but maybe it will serve you to know you are not alone. As we wait for our resurrected bodies, we can rejoice in the hope to come and thank him for how he will use this momentary affliction. He will surely do it. He is so good to us.
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as we share abundantly in Christ’s sufferings, so through Christ we share abundantly in comfort too” (2 Cor 1:3-5).
(p.s. I have an army of dear friends giving me tips and such, so no need to share the latest trend. Prayers are always accepted and appreciated, however!)
I had a hysterectomy in my thirties. I have never regretted it. My quality of life was very much improved. I had horrible, heavy periods and was so anemic that I was sent to an oncologist to rule out cancer and see if they could help me. I’m almost 50 and I have had a good quality of life without my uterus haha! Best wishes!!
Thanks for sharing. I have the same condition you did and am receiving treatment. I figured that was your surgery because if the treatments don’t work, it will be mine as well. We are about the same age. Thanks for your openness!
Thank you, Trillia. We have been praying for you. Thank you for being willing to share about how the Lord has been with you on this journey.
So good to see a report on how you are doing! My hysterectomy was this December. Praying you will turn cartwheels again this winter.
My hysterectomy was a blessing. It ended years of pain and discomfort. The Post surgery pain and recovery time was worth it all. Praising God that I live in the time where medical treatment was available. I was 42 when I had the surgery.
I had a hysterectomy when I was 40. For many years I lived with cramps that were debilitating for about 10 days a month. In my late 20s the doctors put me on Depo-Provera. Although it get rid of the horrible cramps and had its own side effects. Just before I turn 40 studies showed it was causing osteoporosis. Testing showed I was in the pre-stages so the doctors would no longer give it to me and finally suggested a hysterectomy. After an overnight stay in the hospital from surgery, a week later I was released by the doctors to go about life as I wished, I honestly felt so much better than I had in a long time I wondered why I hadn’t had a hysterectomy many years earlier. Biopsy of my uterus showed I had severe endodermis.
I had a hysterectomy in my mid-30s and am always willing to talk about it. In my experience, it’s primarily been women who haven’t had one who don’t want to discuss it. Everyone I know who has had one needed it desperately and experienced a great deal of physical relief post-hysterectomy. Thank you for your willingness to share and explore your thoughts and feelings!
I agree with you Jennifer! I will talk about it with anybody that would like to talk. Its often hardest to talk when people ask you why you don’t have kids and your like hmmm so how do I start this conversation. Especially since most times these are people who you will not see again. I wasn’t able to have children but I am so relieved from being in pain. I had IV Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, and tissue was attached to my bowel. I was a teacher and I was in pain daily. So I totally understand what you mean the relief is amazing.
Thank you for sharing. I also had a hysterectomy at the age of 41. I’m so glad I did! No regrets. If the subject comes up, I share my experience. Now that I’m in my mid 50s, I’m even happier as my friends struggle with various affects of menopause that I don’t have to be concerned about.
http://Www.Hystersisters.com is a great resource! What to expect, is what I’m feeling normal, community boards etc. They still send me birthday greetings and “anniversary” how you doing check-in e-mails every year.
Hi Trillia,
I’m glad to hear you’re doing well! I also had a hysterectomy on July 16th, 2019. It’s definitely been a humbling experience as I am very active and an avid runner. I just had a check up today and was informed that I need to continue to rest for about 4 weeks making my recovery a total of 6 weeks. Thank you for sharing your experience, it has encouraged me and made me realize that I do not need to rush my recovery and need to trust the healing process. I had the opportunity to meet you at a women’s retreat in January where you spoke about the importance of rest. You stated that rest is pausing to refresh and rejuvenate our bodies and renew our spirit. Those words have meant so much during this time of recovery.