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Ever since i had a full hysterectomy i seem to be sick all the time. could it have lowered my immune system?

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: Hysterectomy should not affect your immune system or make it weaker. If you can be more specific on what symptoms you have when you get sick, we can give you a better advice.

Dr Karia agreed

Answered 1/9/2015

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A member asked:

Ever since i had a full hysterectomy i seem to be sick all the time. could it have lowered my immune system?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Dr Karia agreed

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