A hysterectomy is a surgical intervention that aims to remove the uterus and, in many cases, its cervix. Depending on the reason for the surgery, a hysterectomy may also include the removal of surrounding organs and tissues, such as the fallopian tubes and ovaries. After removal of the uterus, the woman can no longer get pregnant and has no menstruation. The reasons for this type of surgery can be different, for example, abnormal bleeding, uterine prolapse, uterine fibroids or a tumor. The recovery period for each woman is different and usually takes between 4 and 6 weeks. Depending on her condition after the operation, the gynecologist can give different recommendations. During the first few weeks of the recovery period, light bleeding is possible. In this case, it is recommended to use daily dressings rather than tampons. Fatigue and lack of sufficient energy are also characteristic after this type of surgery. When exhaustion occurs, it is important for the woman to rest. Getting enough hours of sleep is beneficial for her recovery. Daily walks stimulate blood flow to different areas of the body and thus aid recovery and prevent complications. It is recommended that the distance a woman walks should gradually increase with each passing day. More intense physical activities, such as cycling, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise should be avoided until the attending physician allows them to be performed. Lifting heavy objects in daily life should also be avoided. For example, lifting and carrying a child, heavy grocery bags, suitcases, backpacks, cat litter bags, pet food or a vacuum cleaner. In many cases, women have to take 2 to 4 weeks off from work. The period is determined by the type of work, as well as by the condition of the patient after the operation. Sexual contact should also be avoided during the first weeks after surgery. It is recommended that they resume after a postoperative consultation with a gynecologist. In the presence of pain, the doctor could prescribe pain-relieving medications. In some cases, it may be necessary to take antibiotics. It is important not to stop taking antibiotics in the absence of symptoms, but after completing the full therapeutic course. References: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=ud1160 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/4852-hysterectomy