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One in three women undergo a hysterectomy every year in the U.S. Virtually all of the women were not provided with information about the consequences of the surgery that is required for "informed consent". Every woman has the right to know.
Legislation is necessary to insure that every woman is provided with a video that contains the information in HERS video, �Female Anatomy: the Functions of the Female Organs� prior to being told to sign a "Hysterectomy Consent" form. Say NO 'til you know.
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Reached 2,500 supporters
July 16, 2007
May 18, 2007
I am truly overwhelmed by the momentum this has gained lately and I never imagined so many people would join this cause. This growth belongs entirely to you because you took the time to speak up for women everywhere.
Reached 1,000 supporters
May 5, 2007
Reached 100 supporters
April 25, 2007
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I’m a 72 yr old lady today . I had Uterine Fibroids in 1978 . I was told that I needed a hysterrectomy . Like a dummy I did it, trusting my doctor that he knew best . I was 33 yrs old at the time . Today I have a hard time controlling my urine, have trouble falling asleep , lower backaches , and just always feeling tired . it’s hard to stand in one place long without getting a lower backache . After reading the article I realize that most of my problems today was from taking my doctors advice . If I knew then , what I know now , I would have done things differently . I was one of the lucky ones , I had two children at that time . My advice to everyone is to think seriously about how you will feel later in life , as you age. Don’t do it ladies , find other means to help with your problem.
Patricia,I am so sorry for what you are going through. Doctors lie! I am going to see my Naturopathic doctor and get her help on my situation (doctor saying I need a hysterectomy for a poly that had pre-cancerous cells in & has already been removed). No way will they "butcher" me up! I am truly sorry for your pain and suffering......
I am going thru the same right now would like to know how you are handling your concerns because I am so confused an scared to have this surgery. Could we exchange email address.
THEY JUST WANT TO OPERATE. DO NOT LET THEM RUSH YOU INTO ANYTHING.
My doctor pushed this surgery so hard like it was no big deal. Ten years later and my hormones are a wreck and my sex life is basically gone. Wish I knew what I know now back then.
Thanks, but my wife have a fibroid and we want to born children, therefore, we are looking for the cured. However, we appreciates the hersfoundation.org
OMG! I can't believe I found your website today! I am going through the same thing as others stated here! I recently had a period (I am 64 & long past menopause) due to Estrace cream prescribed to me by my OBGYN's nurse practioner. She said it would help return moisture to my vagina. I reluctantly took it and just taking for 2 weeks, cause the period. Well, the doctor and her nurse both stated to me the cream wasn't the cause (yes, it is according to the cream's website). Well, first the uterine biopsy which came back negative and subsequent ultrasounds found 2 uterine polyps which had "precancerous cells" found in them after removal. Well, just went to my doctor for post-op consultation. First thing she said, well, your uterus has to come out! Your post-menopausal anyway and you really don't need it! Now, this is a female OBGYN telling me this! Well, I was totally speachless! She brings out this pamphlet (of course, it tauted the daVinci hysterectomy procedure) and stated I needed to see a OBGYN/Oncologist Doctor. My uterus did not have cancer! Oh my God! I, too, feel so alone in my battle to save my uterus, cervix and any other organ they want to remove! Every woman facing her doctor wanting to do a hysterectomy, needs to read everything on the Hers Foundation website. I learned so much there today. I had no idea that doctors are butchering women like they are! I want to preserve my quality of life and keep my uterus. My uterus performed well giving birth to my 3 children, I never had problem period, no fibroid, no cysts---this is my first encounter with any issue with my reproductive organ. I am so upset that now I have to find a doctor that will not go this route for me. I will be contacting my doctor and getting all my recent tests so I can move on and find a doctor who believes women should keep their uterus! I live in Michigan and any suggestions will be most helpful! I am so disappointed in my doctor--I never dreamed she would give tha
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
One in three women undergo a hysterectomy every year in the U.S. Virtually all of the women were not provided with information about the consequences of the surgery that is required for "informed consent". Every woman has the right to know.
Legislation is necessary to insure that every woman is provided with a video that contains the information in HERS video, �Female Anatomy: the Functions of the Female Organs� prior to being told to sign a "Hysterectomy Consent" form. Say NO 'til you know.
Updates
Reached 2,500 supporters
July 16, 2007
May 18, 2007
I am truly overwhelmed by the momentum this has gained lately and I never imagined so many people would join this cause. This growth belongs entirely to you because you took the time to speak up for women everywhere.
Reached 1,000 supporters
May 5, 2007
Reached 100 supporters
April 25, 2007
13 Comments
I agreed to one procedure only and the doctor changed procedure I believe to teach a fellow or resident which is not something I would ever agree too. She denied me of my religious belief by taking my uterus w/out my permission.
I’m a 72 yr old lady today . I had Uterine Fibroids in 1978 . I was told that I needed a hysterrectomy . Like a dummy I did it, trusting my doctor that he knew best . I was 33 yrs old at the time . Today I have a hard time controlling my urine, have trouble falling asleep , lower backaches , and just always feeling tired . it’s hard to stand in one place long without getting a lower backache . After reading the article I realize that most of my problems today was from taking my doctors advice . If I knew then , what I know now , I would have done things differently . I was one of the lucky ones , I had two children at that time . My advice to everyone is to think seriously about how you will feel later in life , as you age. Don’t do it ladies , find other means to help with your problem.
Patricia,I am so sorry for what you are going through. Doctors lie! I am going to see my Naturopathic doctor and get her help on my situation (doctor saying I need a hysterectomy for a poly that had pre-cancerous cells in & has already been removed). No way will they "butcher" me up! I am truly sorry for your pain and suffering......
I am going thru the same right now would like to know how you are handling your concerns because I am so confused an scared to have this surgery. Could we exchange email address.
THEY JUST WANT TO OPERATE. DO NOT LET THEM RUSH YOU INTO ANYTHING.
My doctor pushed this surgery so hard like it was no big deal. Ten years later and my hormones are a wreck and my sex life is basically gone. Wish I knew what I know now back then.
Thanks, but my wife have a fibroid and we want to born children, therefore, we are looking for the cured. However, we appreciates the hersfoundation.org
OMG! I can't believe I found your website today! I am going through the same thing as others stated here! I recently had a period (I am 64 & long past menopause) due to Estrace cream prescribed to me by my OBGYN's nurse practioner. She said it would help return moisture to my vagina. I reluctantly took it and just taking for 2 weeks, cause the period. Well, the doctor and her nurse both stated to me the cream wasn't the cause (yes, it is according to the cream's website). Well, first the uterine biopsy which came back negative and subsequent ultrasounds found 2 uterine polyps which had "precancerous cells" found in them after removal. Well, just went to my doctor for post-op consultation. First thing she said, well, your uterus has to come out! Your post-menopausal anyway and you really don't need it! Now, this is a female OBGYN telling me this! Well, I was totally speachless! She brings out this pamphlet (of course, it tauted the daVinci hysterectomy procedure) and stated I needed to see a OBGYN/Oncologist Doctor. My uterus did not have cancer! Oh my God! I, too, feel so alone in my battle to save my uterus, cervix and any other organ they want to remove! Every woman facing her doctor wanting to do a hysterectomy, needs to read everything on the Hers Foundation website. I learned so much there today. I had no idea that doctors are butchering women like they are! I want to preserve my quality of life and keep my uterus. My uterus performed well giving birth to my 3 children, I never had problem period, no fibroid, no cysts---this is my first encounter with any issue with my reproductive organ. I am so upset that now I have to find a doctor that will not go this route for me. I will be contacting my doctor and getting all my recent tests so I can move on and find a doctor who believes women should keep their uterus! I live in Michigan and any suggestions will be most helpful! I am so disappointed in my doctor--I never dreamed she would give tha
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I agreed to one procedure only and the doctor changed procedure I believe to teach a fellow or resident which is not something I would ever agree too. She denied me of my religious belief by taking my uterus w/out my permission.