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Dr Pettle & Bio-Identical Hormones

Published in January 20th, 2008

Posted by FatLady in Doctors/Physicians, hysterectomy, weight loss surgery, women's health

I saw a new doctor a couple days ago, Dr. Alvin Pettle. I had to drive all the way to North York to see the guy but it was well worth the trip. This is who you wish for when you wish for a doctor. Okay, maybe it’s a little soon to make [...]

Bioethics of Hysterectomy & Informed Consent

Published in January 7th, 2008

Posted by FatLady in bioethics, hysterectomy, women's health

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There is a very lively discussion on the subject of the bioethics of hysterectomy over at Bioethics Discussion Blog.
I recommend everyone read it.
Obviously the discussion of law is about the US.
Does anyone know if there are any laws on the books in Canada governing informed consent?
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Hysterectomy Linked to Poorer Physical Functioning: More than Anecdotal Evidence, Finally

Published in December 31st, 2007

Posted by FatLady in hysterectomy, menopause, women's health

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Finally. Women have been telling their doctors this for years–following hysterectomy, a great number of us don’t do so well. Some remarkable women, such as Lise Cloutier-Steel have written about it. Some elements of the god old “boys” club have tried to say this is all in our heads.
Guess what? Someone [...]

Endometrial Ablation — Hysterectomy Alternative

Published in December 24th, 2007

Posted by FatLady in hysterectomy, women's health

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Below is an article from the Reno Gazette Journal (my old hometown!) I am including it here because it is one of the few I have found that explains endometrial ablation in simple terms. This is a procedure, according to this article, that can be performed in the doctor’s office. No hospital stay, [...]

I Can Get Weight Loss Surgery But I Can’t Get a Gynecologist: What’s the Deal With OHIP?

Published in December 17th, 2007

Posted by FatLady in Canadian Health Care, Doctors/Physicians, OHIP, Obesity, endometrial hyperplasia, hysterectomy, weight loss surgery, women's health

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Last time I saw Dr. P, I was telling him how reluctant I am to undergo a hysterectomy as suggested by that OB/GYN and how disappointed I am by to not be able to get another opinion in a timely fashion. I was on a bit of a rant I suppose. I was saying [...]

Hysterectomy: Information is Power

Published in December 5th, 2007

Posted by FatLady in hysterectomy

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A couple of days ago I got a comment pointing me toward a site I had not previously found. I’m reprinting the comment here:
If you want to understand the effects of hysterectomy and know the alternatives to surgery watch the 12-minute educational video at hersfoundation.org. It’s an essential video for women and girls to [...]

Hystersisters: If you Must have a Hysterectomy….

Published in December 2nd, 2007

Posted by FatLady in hysterectomy

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If you find yourself with a recommendation for a hysterectomy or even suspect that such a procedure is in your future, I would strongly advise you to visit the Hystersisters website. Here you will find friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable women who will help you through the process or point you toward places for more information.
I [...]

How to Piss off a Gynecologist

Published in December 1st, 2007

Posted by FatLady in Doctors/Physicians, hysterectomy

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…to continue
I waited another 2 weeks after requesting the second opinion. When I had no word on that referral, I had no choice in my opinion but to cancel the surgery. With exactly one week until the surgery date, I called the Ob/Gyn’s office starting in the morning, getting busy signals until lunchtime when I [...]

Researching the Pros & Cons of Hysterectomy in the Treatment of Endometrial Hyperplasia

Published in November 17th, 2007

Posted by FatLady in Canadian Health Care, Complex Atypical Hyperplasia, Diagnostics, Doctors/Physicians, OHIP, Ontario Health Care, Ontario Women's Health Council, TAHBSO, endometrial hyperplasia, hysterectomy, women's health

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When faced with a difficult decision, I sometimes make the old Pro & Con lists. Not original, but hey, it works. But to do so, I really needed to know a whole lot more about hysterectomies in general and TAHBSO in particular. Nothing like some good, old-fashioned research.
The internet is a sometime confusing [...]

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