female only ok.. so, this may sound weird

[Crayolaphoenix 24]

I had a radical hysterectomy about 3 weeks ago. I am having lap band next week. Any other girls out there who have had hysterectomy and a lap band? Did you notice any change in your sex drive or menopausal symptoms after you started losing weight?

I cant take any hormones because the tumor they pulled out of me was a very low stage of cancer (not likely to spread.. but, still makes me ineligible for Estrogen). So, I'm curious as to how the weight loss might effect me.

[sp70 193]

I had a hysterectomy 5 years ago and lap band this year. Still have my ovaries. I haven't noticed any difference. Good luck!

[Crayolaphoenix 24]

I had a hysterectomy 5 years ago and lap band this year. Still have my ovaries. I haven't noticed any difference. Good luck!

I don't have ANYTHING left. No ovaries.. no lymph nodes.. they took the omentum (a fatty layer on the bottom of the stomach organ).. and, even the inner layer of fat from my abdomen (kind of like Lipo.. without Lipo). If they could have scraped the first layer off of my muscles and bones, they probably would have. I'm kind of bummed about it all. We were trying to conceive, when I found out I had to have the hysterectomy. Oh yeah.. and, then my step dad passed away (suddenly, and unexpectedly) 2 days before my surgery.

Hasn't been a good month. Everything is bumming me out. I'm hoping that that will all change with weight loss...

I have to have pelvic exams and cancer screenings twice a year for the next 5 years.

Just looking for a light at the end of the post menopausal tunnel. heh.

[sp70 193]

I am so sorry for all the struggles you are dealing with. To be honest, it all just sucks!. Hopefully things will turn around for you soon. I pray that you don't get too discouraged at the beginning of your lapband journey due to all the changes and stress. I know the first week after surgery, I questioned my actions.... a lot. Now I do not regret or question it at all. With all the hormone changes from the recent hysterectomy and the meds and stress on your body from the upcoming surgery remember to take time for yourself. Hang in there, I wish you the best!

[Flylovesong 24]

I had a total hyst (ovaries and all) back in 08' then lapband in 09' I was single at the time and couldn't tell you about sex drive but I've been with my husband now since April of 12' (we are only two weeks out from our marriage) and things have been good, very good!

A hyst will not have too much of an affect on your sex drive after a while. Give yourself time to heal and keep lubrication for those times that you might need it. But I can honestly say there's only been a handful of times that I've needed it.

[Crayolaphoenix 24]

Thank you, so much, everyone! I really appreciate the helpful advice!