Question 1

causes of endometriosis after a complete hysterectomy and two laporotomys in a year  and still returned, pains worse after surgerys that was 10yrs ago?

Accepted Answer

Good question!: It is difficult to explain the return of your endometriosis after hyterectomy.  The causes of endometriosis are not very well understood. It is possible some of your peritoneal cells may converted to endometrial cells. Or some of your residual endometriosis reactivated after a period of time.

Question 2

how can i still have pain even after years of surgeries and a full hysterectomy . can there be endometriosis in the layers of muscle ? why am i bleedi

Accepted Answer

Yes: After years of pelvic surgery, pts can experience pain due to scarring, or adhesions in the area. Endometriosis can have "seeds" of growth anywhere in the pelvic cavity and its possible that it may be also be the cause of your pain and bleeding. Best to discuss this with your gyn.

Question 3

diagnosed with endometriosis during a laparoscopic for a pelvic mass. this is 25 years after my hysterectomy. still had my ovaries. common? concerned?

Accepted Answer

Endometriosis: Endometriosis would still be present after your hysterectomy since you kept your ovaries. You will want to verify that no other significant findings were present in your pathology report. Depending on your symptoms your obgyn can guide you on the potential need for other treatments or can determine if the mass was removed

Question 4

i have lower back pain that had full hysterectomy still have pain seeing surgeon and wondering if the pain could be from endometriosis !

Accepted Answer

Could be: If it cycles with your period.

Question 5

i had a full hysterectomy a little over 2yrs ago due to endometriosis. i have no fallopian tubes, only ovaries. is it normal to still feel cramps? i n

Accepted Answer

Ovaries and endometr: Despite your surgery, the main culprit of your endometriosis is still in place. It is likely that some, even microscopic areas, endometriosis were never removed. The hormones produced by your ovaries can result in the growth and further problems with endometriosis. Also, the ovaries will continue to cycle monthly and produce eggs and small cysts which can result in some cramping.

Question 6

i had my uterus and cervix taken out due to endometriosis. can i still possibly have it in my ovaries. how does one still ovualte after hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, you will still ovulate as long as you are not in menopause and still have ovaries.  It is possible to have endometriosis in your ovaries.  Talk to your doctor.

Question 7

i had a hysterectomy at age 30, 8 years ago now, july 2019 had my ovaries, fallopian tubes removed. hrt for few years now, terrible side effects, so had to stop. endometriosis still persists, my leg pain is horrible its hard to walk and sit?

Accepted Answer

HRT side effects ?
: HRT after hysterectomy and bilateral ovarian removal can activate endometriosis implants unaffected by removal of ovarian function, causing severe pelvic pain.  Leg pain can be associated with clots, also possible secondary to HRT.  See your gyn provider, who may recommend stopping HRT and other potential tests for leg pain, at least for time to reduce endometriosis remainders.

Question 8

can you have endometriosis after a hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most likely there was endometriosis present at the time of hysterectomy that was not removed. In the presence of hormonal stimulation endometriosis could become symptomatic.

Question 9

what are signs of endometriosis after a hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

Same as before: Common symtoms of endometriosis vary from person to person but include pain with sex, pain with bowel movements, pain with voiding, and pain with ovulation.  There would be other symptoms that would occur with the period - but not of course after the hysterectomy.  If the ovaries are removed with the hysterectomy (or later if needed), you have a much better chance of resolving the pain.

Question 10

can endometriosis grow after a hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but less common: A hysterectomy is a surgery involving the removal of the uterus, not necessarily the ovaries.The ovaries produce the hormones that can drive growth/stimulation of endometriosis. So, if ovaries are left in place, endometriosis may be more likely to grow after a hysterectomy.

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Causes of endometriosis after a complete hysterectomy and two laporotomys in a year and still returned, pains worse after surgerys that was 10yrs ago?

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How can i still have pain even after years of surgeries and a full hysterectomy . can there be endometriosis in the layers of muscle ? why am i bleedi

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Diagnosed with endometriosis during a laparoscopic for a pelvic mass. this is 25 years after my hysterectomy. still had my ovaries. common? concerned?

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I have lower back pain that had full hysterectomy still have pain seeing surgeon and wondering if the pain could be from endometriosis !

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I had a full hysterectomy a little over 2yrs ago due to endometriosis. i have no fallopian tubes, only ovaries. is it normal to still feel cramps? i n

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I had my uterus and cervix taken out due to endometriosis. can i still possibly have it in my ovaries. how does one still ovualte after hysterectomy?

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I had a hysterectomy at age 30, 8 years ago now, july 2019 had my ovaries, fallopian tubes removed. hrt for few years now, terrible side effects, so had to stop. endometriosis still persists, my leg pain is horrible its hard to walk and sit?

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Can you have endometriosis after a hysterectomy?

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