A vaginal hysterectomy is a surgical procedure in which the uterus is removed through the vagina, without any external abdominal incision. It is considered a less invasive option compared to abdominal hysterectomy and often allows faster recovery, minimal scarring, and shorter hospital stays. Doctors may recommend vaginal hysterectomy for conditions such as uterine prolapse, fibroids, abnormal bleeding, chronic pelvic pain, or early-stage cancers (in selected cases).
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Persistent heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
Severe pelvic pain interfering with daily life
Vaginal bulge or pressure (prolapse)
Pain during sex
Frequent urination or constipation due to fibroids
Vaginal bleeding after menopause
A vaginal hysterectomy may be recommended for:
Uterine prolapse (the most common cause)
Fibroids (non-cancerous growths causing pain or bleeding)
Endometriosis is not responding to medications
Abnormal uterine bleeding uncontrolled by medicines
Chronic pelvic pain linked to the uterus
Adenomyosis (uterine lining growing into the muscle)
Early-stage cervical or uterine cancer (select cases)
See a gynaecologist if you:
Have heavy periods lasting more than 7 days with large clots
Suffer from severe pelvic pain not relieved by medicines
Notice bulging tissue from the vagina
Experience urinary leakage or difficulty emptying the bladder
Have postmenopausal vaginal bleeding
Struggle with infertility caused by uterine problems
Pelvic examination: to assess prolapse or fibroids
Ultrasound / MRI: for uterus and ovaries evaluation
Pap smear: for cervical cancer screening
Endometrial biopsy: to rule out abnormal cells
Blood tests: to assess overall health
Hysteroscopy: direct examination of the uterine lining if needed
Do's:
Take prescribed medications
Eat a high-fibre diet to prevent constipation
Drink plenty of fluids
Do light walking daily to prevent blood clots
Keep follow-up appointments with your doctor
Don'ts:
Avoid lifting heavy weights for at least 6 weeks
Do not resume sex until cleared (usually 6 weeks)
Avoid smoking and alcohol (slows healing)
Don't ignore fever, pain, or unusual bleeding
Recovery & Outlook
Recovery is faster than abdominal hysterectomy (3-4 weeks vs. 6-8 weeks)
Less pain, minimal scarring, and shorter hospital stay
Permanent relief from fibroids, prolapse, abnormal bleeding, or pelvic pain
Infertility is permanent after a hysterectomy
Quality of life improves significantly after surgery
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Mayo Clinic | Vaginal hysterectomy
Healthdirect | Vaginal hysterectomy
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