Cancer or fibroids: When does a woman need her uterus removed — and when can it be saved? UAE doctors explain
It saved her life, and it came at a price. But what's the price, when you're alive, asks Dubai-based mum Susanna (name changed on request). She recalls her daughter having excruciatingly painful menstrual cycles for years, and doctors had put it down to PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). Yet, as she grew into her thirties, the pain grew more severe and for months they kept undergoing tests and…
Dubai-based mother Susanna recalls her daughter's severe and worsening menstrual pain, which led to numerous tests and scans. The possibility of cancer was raised, resulting in a hysterectomy. Susanna had no regrets about her decision, as it provided her with definitive relief from her pain. However, this raises the question of when a hysterectomy becomes necessary for women facing uterine issues.
The decision to undergo a hysterectomy depends on the underlying condition, severity of symptoms, previous treatments, and the woman's future plans. For uterine cancer, it is often necessary to remove the uterus to accurately stage the disease and prevent further spread. However, for benign conditions like fibroids or heavy periods, hysterectomy is not always the best option.
Treatment should be based on the individual woman's symptoms, diagnosis, age, reproductive plans, and personal priorities. In some cases, fertility-sparing treatments may be considered for younger women with low-grade endometrial cancer who wish to preserve fertility. Ultimately, hysterectomy is a definitive and irreversible procedure, but it may not be the best choice for every woman and every diagnosis.
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