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You Don't Need A Hysterectomy: New And New And Effective Ways Of Avoiding Major Surgery

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This book is necessary for any woman who is faced with the decision of whether to go forward with a hysterectomy. Dr. Strausz articulates, clearly, what is and is not at stake. An empowering,life-affirming book.

at the reaction of the Arlington, Texas reader who went out of her way to attack this book because she believes hystectomies benefit women. Her own experience may have been positive, but why would she want to deprive the other million-plus American women who are advised to have a hysterectomy each year--a proportion greater than in virtually any other country in the world--of the chance to make an informed decision, based on full knowledge of the options? Thank God, there are new options today; as well as a growing sense of responsibility among doctors to avoid unnecessary surgeries that for some may prove emotionally and physically damaging. The new edition (April 2001) of this book offers an excellent overview of the new treatments, as well as the latest thinking about their risks and benefits. But more importantly, this book is evenhanded--never pushing the reader but rather simply laying out the pros and cons of hysterectomy (and oophrectomy, another tough question) in a warmly accessible way, so that she can draw her own conclusions. It is an uplifting, wise, and comprehensive guide that can help any woman make the treatment decision that is right for her. Every gynecologist should have a copy of this book on display in the waiting room!

that woman from dallas or fort worth or wherever who said a hysterectomy was the best thing for her should wait awhile. I'm sure after she suffers a stroke, a heart attack, high cholestrol, etc. she'll realize it wasn't the best thing for her. What might have been easily cured with natural herbs, better nutrition, or even yoga, was cured by removing vital organs from her body. This book clearly informs the reader about options that many gynocologists simply don't know about or don't care about. A woman who is recommended a hysterectomy is often given that choice because the doctor sees dollar signs, not relief or accurate help for the woman. This book exposes that 'secret' that every woman should be aware of. Although no man can give a woman an accurate picture of what will happen after a hysterectomy, Strausz does an excellent job of detailing exactly why you should not get a hysterectomy.

I speak from experience. I was lied to about having 'ovarian cancer' when in fact I had a large fibroid. I was given a complete hysterectomy and am now suffering the consequences. Many women fail to relate their long term medical problems of heart disease, depression, dental problems, stroke, high cholestrol, etc. to having a hysterectomy. But I'm living proof. I was in great physical and emotional health before the hysterectomy. Now I suffer from bone pain, tingling in my hands, nerve damage in my leg, high cholestrol (without changing a no-dairy/veggie diet), and high blood pressure, even though I exercise every day and am not overweight.

Hysterctomies kill - slowly. Just because it might relieve painful periods is not a reason to get one. Just because a doctor tries to scare you with 'cancer' you should get a second, third and fourth opinion. And then you should read this book.

i had a hysterectomy 3 years ago and couldn't do it laproscopically because the fibroid inside my uterus was as big as a football. no matter what book i read, the choice was clear. i needed the hysterectomy. i was terrified and it turns out to be the best thing i ever did. no more periods, intense bleeding, or pain. listen to your bodies and your doctors. my hysterectomy and previous c-sections were not optional or elective surgeries, but they all saved a life. so don't let a book written by a man disuade you. make your own informed choice. good luck!

at the reaction of the Arlington, Texas reader who went out of her way to attack this book because she believes hystectomies benefit women. Her own experience may have been positive, but why would she want to deprive the other million-plus American women who are advised to have a hysterectomy each year--a proportion greater than in virtually any other country in the world--of the chance to make an informed decision, based on full knowledge of the options? Thank God, there are new options today; as well as a growing sense of responsibility among doctors to avoid unnecessary surgeries that for some may prove emotionally and physically damaging. The new edition (April 2001) of this book offers an excellent overview of the new treatments, as well as the latest thinking about their risks and benefits. But more importantly, this book is evenhanded--never pushing the reader but rather simply laying out the pros and cons of hysterectomy (and oophrectomy, another tough question) in a warmly accessible way, so that she can draw her own conclusions. It is an uplifting, wise, and comprehensive guide that can help any woman make the treatment decision that is right for her. Every gynecologist should have a copy of this book on display in the waiting room!

Sometimes I wonder who pays for these extended ads for suffering with your problems instead of having a hysterectomy. I don't doubt that there are a few women who have hysterecetomies recommended to them who could do OK without. Just like there are people who start a business in their garage and make it into the Fortune 500. But the *majority* of women who are having awful periods, terrible pain, hurt like hell every time they have ..., and so on are well rid of their uterus. Having a hysterectomy was the best thing I ever did. Even ... is 100 times better! So who's promoting these scare-stories? The only people who gain from women suffering needlessly are the insurance companies who can pay their execs a few more figures with our "health" dollars! What **MAN** would put up with bleeding every month and constant/unpredictable pain from an organ he was no longer interested in using?