Hysterectomy: What it is and How to Cope with it Successfully (Overcoming common problems)

by SuzieHayman (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $5.60

  Each week over 1000 women have a hysterectomy - an operation to remove the womb. This book explains what a hysterectomy is, the hospital procedure, the different types of operation and how to cope afterwards. This book aims to help women decide whether a hysterectomy is right for them. It explains the reasons a doctor might suggest the operation and alternative treatments that should be considered. As well as describing the surgical procedure and giving advice on how to recover physically from the operation, this text should help women to understand the complex emotions that surround a hysterectomy.

• Used

  Paperback
  1994

  $5.53

  Each week over 1,000 women have a hysterectomy -- an operation to remove the womb. This reassuring and practical book explains what a hysterectomy is, the hospital procedure, the different types of operation, and how to adjust afterwards. In particular the author discusses both the physical and emotional reactions, and also the attitude of partners. Helpful sections with exercises for post-operative care, useful addresses and further reading make this a reliable source of information on this common problem.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1986

  $4.12