One of the most common cases I have seen with women above 40 years age are the ones who undergo hysterectomy. This is a surgery also known as uterus removal. Since this is the core part of the reproductive system, it definitely leads to hormonal imbalance.
Analysing the problem
Hysterectomy leads to an immediate drop in levels of estrogen and progesterone. This forces an unnatural menopause in the body. The onset of menopause and the stress of the surgery combined can create several problems.
Combined effects of menopause and hormonal imbalance sometimes lead to even greater problems than the original one for which the doctor recommended removal of the uterus.
Effects can be wide ranging from sleeplessness, irritation, breathlessness and overall low energy levels.
There is a constant bone breakdown and replacement with new material. This balance is maintained by estrogen. Removal of uterus and the hormonal imbalance results in higher risk of bone damage by fracture.
Arteries and Veins are required to be flexible. Estrogen plays a great role in this so once estrogen level drops, there is a risk of heart related issues. Estrogen also protects brain cells. You will have small phases of memory loss due to drop in estrogen level.
Lack of estrogen encourages the build up of fat in the body, especially surrounding the waist. Post hysterectomy, it is strongly advised to keep some physical routine like walking or gym along with some activity to keep your brain in a working state. You can even start a new hobby.
What I began with
In case of my client, there was no follow up with the doctor after the surgery. She was facing problems related with body and muscle ache almost five years after the surgery.
Second thing I suggested her that we should work upon the calcium, magnesium and iron intake and if needed take supplements too.
But before all that she has to do some tests, only after which I can suggest a diet for her. It is now upto her to take the next step.