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How do I know if I’m ready to consider a hysterectomy?

Topic:Surgery
Affected areas:pelvicabdominalsystemic
An illustration of a woman getting robotic excision surgery.

You may be ready to consider a hysterectomy when uterine symptoms like heavy bleeding, cramping, or chronic pelvic pain are significantly affecting your quality of life and you’ve tried treatments that haven’t provided acceptable, lasting relief. Just as important is feeling confident about your reproductive goals—because a hysterectomy ends the possibility of carrying a pregnancy.


In a consultation, our team reviews your full picture: your symptoms and priorities, prior treatments, imaging and exam findings, and whether adenomyosis is likely. We also assess for coexisting endometriosis, since leaving endometriosis untreated can be a reason symptoms persist even after removing the uterus. If you’re weighing this decision, we can help you understand your options and what to expect, and you’re welcome to reach out to schedule a consultation.

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If your symptoms severely impact your life and treatments haven’t worked, our specialists can help you explore if hysterectomy is right for you. We'll consider your overall health and reproductive goals to guide you confidently.

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Lotus Endometriosis Institute provides California-based surgical evaluation and advanced excision care for patients with suspected endometriosis, adenomyosis, complex pelvic pain, and related conditions.


Many patients contact us from outside California to learn whether traveling for in-person evaluation and possible surgery may be appropriate.

Santa Monica, CA

2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Operating Hours

8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday - Friday

Arroyo Grande, CA

154 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420