I disagree totally! I had an abdominal hysterectomy 4/15/08 and it was the best decision I ever made! two ovarian cysts, one on each side for over a year. We kept watch but they did not want to detach after 12 monthly cycles. Then, beginning last November, I went to the ER with the most horrible pain I have ever felt. Seemed one had twisted.
After surviving that ordeal I went back to the ER in early April. Then, the right ovary twisted FIVE times and I cannot begin to describe the pain. I immediately scheduled a hysterectomy without even thinking. ( also had five fibroids but they never gave me any trouble).

I was scared of having the surgery, of course, and I read everything I could on the subject. I had both ovaries removed, uterus, tubes and cervix. Everything. Because I wasn't in menopause before, I was worried what I would feel like after losing both ovaries My doctor put me on the Vivelle patch and so far so good. I do plan on getting off hormones in just about a month (I am waiting until the end of summer). I am on the lowest dosage and my husband is even surprised at how smoothly things are going. I experience about two hot flashes a day...that's it.

The hysterectomy was the best thing for me. Having ovarian cysts bothered me and I am sure glad they are gone. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do!

Karon
TAH BS 4/15/08