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If you have a total hysterectomy only your uterus is removed. This includes removal of the cervix. Because your ovaries are not removed, they continue to function and produce hormones. You should not feel differently as only your menstruation will stop. Your menopause (change of life) will be as determined by your body. The average age of menopause (the last menstrual period), for a woman with a uterus is at age 50.
Sub-total hysterectomy:
This procedure includes removing the top of your utereus but it leaves the cervix (mouth of the womb) in place. Leaving the cervix behind means you must continue regular pap smears after surgery. However you will not have any menstrual periods. Please be aware that in patients with gynecological cancer, endometriosis or pelvic pain, the cervix is usually removed.
Sub-total hysterectomy:
This procedure includes removing the top of your utereus but it leaves the cervix (mouth of the womb) in place. Leaving the cervix behind means you must continue regular pap smears after surgery. However you will not have any menstrual periods. Please be aware that in patients with gynecological cancer, endometriosis or pelvic pain, the cervix is usually removed.