Having a hysterectomy means that for the first four to six weeks, you will be in recovery and advised not to have any sex. After this time, if you feel ready both physically and emotionally, you can then embark on reintroducing sex into your life. Many women worry that their sex life will be ruined following this type of surgery, but you needn’t worry – some studies have actually shown that some women found their sexual wellbeing was improved after a hysterectomy. However, you may encounter some problems which should be checked out in certain cases.
The emotional trauma that many women feel after having a hysterectomy can make having sex difficult, as they struggle to deal with their feelings and sense of loss. Speak to your GP if you’re struggling in this way as you may need some counselling or therapy in order to cope with this issue. Your menopause is triggered by having your ovaries removed, and this change in hormones can greatly impact your sex life. This should also be discussed with your GP, as you may need some treatment to help balance your hormone levels.
A hysterectomy can affect your interest in sex, and you may find that you simply don’t have any desire to engage in sexual activity. If this happens, you may just need some recovery time – speak to your partner and let them know what you’re feeling on the matter. If you’re still unable to have sex after this time, you may benefit from speaking to someone outside of your relationship, such as a therapist, who can offer impartial advice and help you sort through your emotions.
Your hysterectomy may leave you feeling dry during sex, which can sometimes make sex uncomfortable or painful. If this is the case, you may want to opt for a lubrication to make sex a little easier and more pleasurable. Pelvic floor exercises are also advised to help tighten the muscles to improve sexual sensation. Hopefully, following your surgery, you can quickly return to a happy and healthy sex life with your partner.
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