Health Tip: Why a Hysterectomy May Be Needed

Possible reasons for the surgery

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(HealthDay News) -- A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to partially or completely remove a woman's uterus.

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The U.S. National Library of Medicine says the surgery may be recommended for:

• Uterine tumors, such as those caused by uterine fibroids or endometrial cancer.
• Cervical or ovarian cancer.
• Endometriosis that is quite painful and doesn't improve with other treatments.
• Uncontrolled vaginal bleeding.
• A prolapsed uterus.
• Complications that occur during childbirth.

-- Diana Kohnle