Depression after hysterectomy

Hi. I had a hysterectomy and I am only 34 years old. I can`t have kids. Luckily, I already have a child, but my husband and I were planning another baby. I am really depressed right now. What to do?

Hi. Depression after hysterectomy is perfectly normal. When you found out you can`t have babies any more it is normal you will feel lost and depressed. I had hysterectomy too (cancer of the uterus). I have no children and I never will. However, I feel lucky just to be alive. Don`t waste your time on feeling depressed, give some love and attention to your family. You have to think positive. You are really lucky you have a child. That is your comfort.

Hi I am also 34 had pre cancer and had to have a partial hysto. Iam so depressed still 2 years later. My marriage is a wreck because Iam so unsure how to feel. I feel lost and kinda like a part of me has died. My husband has a son with his x girlfriend that we hav had since he was 15 months but its just not the same. HElp will this go away?

Depression after a hysterectomy is not "perfectly normal" although it is not unusual. Saying depression is feeling bad because "you can't have babies anymore" is patronizing--like a pat on the head, there there now.

Depression is not just "feeling bad" and should be taken very seriously, especially if it's been 2 years. Seeing a professional of your choice is the best route, someone who takes this seriously and can advise you on the best route for you, based on your health and situation. Depression is also physical and should be treated like any other serious medical problem.

Odd how so many forget that depression can be fatal. Get some help, depression also affects reasoning so one can think they can handle it alone. That's likely not the case.

I am now 40-and had always thought I would be a mom..my common law husband has 3 kids all near adults now-I just had a hysterectomy. I feel a lot of sadness over something i will never have... society seems to focus a lot on pregnancy right now..and I feel physically sad for what I always wanted...
Be happy you have one child... you are blessed - you truly are.

Yes it is common for one to have depression after a major surgery. Nothing patronizing about this being "perfectly normal."

I am 24 and after having my 2nd child a year and a half ago, I hemorrhaged and ended up having to get a hysterectomy. I am very depressed, I feel like I am not the same person anymore. I have a hard time talking to people, so just seeing a doctor for me is very difficult. Any advice?