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I am unsure whether to keep my cervix or not. Does it make any difference to sex/orgasms after surgery?
I am unsure whether to keep my cervix or not. Does it make any difference to sex/orgasms after surgery?

Keywords: Cervix. Sex. Intercourse. Orgasm.

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Although some individuals have wondered whether keeping the cervix (i.e., a supracervical or subtotal hysterectomy) reduces the risk of sexual problems following hysterectomy, a recent review of studies found that there were no differences in sexual function between those who did and did not remove the cervix. So, keeping your cervix (or not keeping your cervix) probably does not make any difference for sexual function after surgery. 

Visit www.iapmd.org/surgery for lots of evidence-based information and resources for those considering, going through or recovering from surgery for PMDD/PME.

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