11/13/2025
EDIT: Correct terminology would actually be Radical hysterectomy (uterus and cervix) WITH salpingectomy (tubes) and oopherectomy (ovaries) Check pinned comment for more terminology help from OBGyn
Taking the ovaries during a hysterectomy will result in a hormonal shift because these organs produce them.
As a pelvic floor PT, ✌🏾 of the biggest reasons clients come to us for help when the ovaries are removed (you can have the uterus removed and 1 or both ovaries remain) are pain with intimacy and incontinence.
Hormone production helps with you vaginal lubrication to decrease pain, AND with it helps with pelvic floor muscle strength.
For some, a complete hysterectomy may be what’s best or what they want. And that’s cool! We just love informed decision making around here.
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