hysterectomy and breast cancer

[lindsjacjoe]

  I am a 39 year old woman who had bilateral mastectomies in Sept/2002 for extensive dcis in rt breast. I had no further treatment and did have implants placed in 3/03. I have a history of problems with my periods including heavy bleeding and pain. Endometriosis was diagnosed in 2004 by laproscopic surgery. My recent episode included a missed period in december and a prolonged period in January. My current gyn put me on a ten day course of hormone to stop my bleeding and so that I would shed my entire uterine lining (which I was told was 3 times the normal) at once following the hormone treatment. I ended up on bed rest for 3 days before having a d and c to stop the bleeding which in my opinion was out of control. My gyn is now recommending a total hysterectomy because of my history of breast cancer and period problems. I really don't know what to do. I am scared that I will contine to have heavy bleeding in the fiuture because it does seem to be getting worse. I don't know what other options there are for me because of my history of dcis. I do know that my cancer was not tested for estrogen receptor so that question will remain unknown. I have always been told that my uterus was large and bulky. There is also a family history of menstrual problems qith my mom have a hysterectomy at age 37 and both my older sisters suffering with my same symptoms. Any advice?

[kellibug]

TAKE IT OUT!!!! I wouldnt take any chances. Best of luck to you. God bless.

[flour]

I had a hysterectomy at the age of 31.  I have not given it a second thought.  It was the best thing for me.  I had extremely long painful periods, including one that lasted for 21 days. Just remember one thing, after a hysterectomy you still have to go to the gyn every year and have a pap. If you have any questions get a second opinion. Best of luck to you.