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Question: I had a hysterectomy about 5 months ago, I am normally a very active person. For the last 2 months I am having moderate joint point pain (ankles, knees, fingers, arms, shoulder) sometimes it's hard for me to even walk. Could this be related to my hysterectomy or is it something else?
Brief Answer:
Lifestyle changes. phytoestrogen.
Detailed Answer:
Hi there, Dr. Purushottm Neurgaonkar welcomes you to HCM VIRTUAL CLINIC. I have gone through your question, and I think I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.
First of all do not panic.
As you have mentioned that you have undergone hysterectomy, you need to get adjusted to this new stage in life.
I would like to know about the surgery, if ovaries were also removed or not along with the uterus?
There are various symptoms typical and a typical, that start in the menopausal period after hysterectomy.
I will suggest you to opt for a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen. Include more portions of fruits, salads and vegetables in daily diet. Drink plenty of water in the day. Avoid deep fried foods, bakery products and refined sugars. .
Please seek prescription support from your treating doctor for getting phytoestrogen supplements. Also start on Folic acid, Vitamin B 12, vitamin D and Calcium supplements .
As such multipple joint pains can not be directly related to hysterectomy. You might have developed poly arthritis coincidentally . One needs to rule out various types of arthritis first.
Post menopausal bone weakening is unusual in short period of 4 to 6 months after hysterectomy.
Minor joint pains can be managed with simple analgesic like paracetamol.
If pain persists, please get in touch with your orthopaedic surgeon.
I hope this answer helps you. Thanks.
Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar
Lifestyle changes. phytoestrogen.
Detailed Answer:
Hi there, Dr. Purushottm Neurgaonkar welcomes you to HCM VIRTUAL CLINIC. I have gone through your question, and I think I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.
First of all do not panic.
As you have mentioned that you have undergone hysterectomy, you need to get adjusted to this new stage in life.
I would like to know about the surgery, if ovaries were also removed or not along with the uterus?
There are various symptoms typical and a typical, that start in the menopausal period after hysterectomy.
I will suggest you to opt for a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen. Include more portions of fruits, salads and vegetables in daily diet. Drink plenty of water in the day. Avoid deep fried foods, bakery products and refined sugars. .
Please seek prescription support from your treating doctor for getting phytoestrogen supplements. Also start on Folic acid, Vitamin B 12, vitamin D and Calcium supplements .
As such multipple joint pains can not be directly related to hysterectomy. You might have developed poly arthritis coincidentally . One needs to rule out various types of arthritis first.
Post menopausal bone weakening is unusual in short period of 4 to 6 months after hysterectomy.
Minor joint pains can be managed with simple analgesic like paracetamol.
If pain persists, please get in touch with your orthopaedic surgeon.
I hope this answer helps you. Thanks.
Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar
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