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Is It Normal To Have Soreness In My Vagina Post Total Hysterectomy?

I had my hysterectomy in Jan 2012 and I take no hormones. In the last few days, my vagina has become very sore...almost feels more like internal ache .... I have not had sex recently so it cannot be that. If I touch down there, the skin doesn't hurt, that is why I feel it is more inside. Can I still get some form of infection after a total hysterectomy and are my pain symptoms indicative of any issue you are aware of?
Thu, 30 Jan 2014
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OBGYN,  's  Response
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I think your ovaries were also removed as vaginal dryness and pain is common after hysterectomy with ovary removal. You can get infection & pain of your vagina if it continues to be dry so i would advice you to apply Estrogen Cream locally at the vagina every night before going to sleep . Your pain is only due to dryness and once it resolves with cream the pain will also go
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Internal Medicine Specialist,  Dr. Vijay Varma 's  Response
Hello madam, from the history you have given, well soreness in the vagina is common following vaginal hysterectomy,but since your hysterectomy has taken place in 2012, vaginal soreness now due to hysterectomy is unlikely.Infections can occur even after hysterectomy.i would suggest you to keep your perineum clean and drink lots of fluids.Also I would suggest you to consult your gynaecologist for a check up.hope i was helpful to you.
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Is It Normal To Have Soreness In My Vagina Post Total Hysterectomy?

Hi, I think your ovaries were also removed as vaginal dryness and pain is common after hysterectomy with ovary removal. You can get infection & pain of your vagina if it continues to be dry so i would advice you to apply Estrogen Cream locally at the vagina every night before going to sleep . Your pain is only due to dryness and once it resolves with cream the pain will also go