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Hysterics: Are Hysterectomies Too Common?

Started by Natasha, June 10, 2008, 05:52:44 PM

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Hysterics: Are Hysterectomies Too Common?

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6/10/2008

"Excerpt: About 40% of hysterectomies are performed due to fibroids.
Endometriosis, a condition in which uterine tissue grows outside of
the uterus, accounts for others. Heavy bleeding, a uterine prolapse
(when the organ slips out of place), a caution against cancer, birth
control, and, for trans men, sexual reassignment surgery, are all
among other reasons for hysterectomies."
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