Chapter 1. About this Research
Overview
About HysterSisters.com
Research Objectives & Methodology
Report Layout
Research Segments & Group Comparisons
Segment Size
Statistical Comparison Charts
Other HysterSisters.com Research Services
Hysterectomy Checkpoints Research
Forum Brand Mention Reports
Custom Research
Chapter 2. Respondent Profile
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Hysterectomy Descriptors
Reasons for Hysterectomy
Most Frequently Mentioned Reasons
Number of Unique Reasons
Endometriosis
Adenomyosis
Fibroids
Prolapse of the Uterus
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Cancer
Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Type of Hysterectomy Procedure
Mix by Type
Abdominal
Vaginal
Laproscopic
Removal of Cervix
Other Health Descriptors
Presence of Prior Tubal Ligation
Conditions Treated with Prescription Medications
Insurance Coverage
Demographics
Age
Ethnicity
Employment Status
Household Income
Level of Education
Marital Status
Chapter 3: Sources of Information
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Sources Sought
Source Satisfaction
Types of Information Sources
Websites
Personal Physician
Family, Friends and Co-Workers
Medical Journals/Books
Magazines
Physician Practice Area
OB/GYN
Family Practice
Oncology
Endocrynology
Specific Websites
Most/Least Mentioned
Unaided ‘Other’ Mentions
Comparisons by Research Segment
Specific Magazines
Most/Least Mentioned
Comparison by Research Segment
Chapter 4. Knowledge Assessment
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Test Scores
Number of Correct Answers
Comparison by Research Segment
General Knowledge
True/False. The use of estrogen may encourage the growth of some types of cancer cells
True/False When estrogen levels drop, calcium absorption by the body is not as effective
True/False. Once a woman undergoes menopause/hysterectomy, her body no longer produces estrogen
True/False. Hormone Therapy typically involves smaller amounts of estrogen than the body produces naturally
True/False. A woman’s body produces only two types of estrogen
True/False. Estriol, the weakest of the three estrogens, has NOT been linked to an increased risk of breast cancer
Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy
True/False. Bio-identical estrogens are created to match the molecular structure of human estrogens
True/False. Non bio-identical estrogens and bio-identical estrogens are often derived from plant sources
True/False. Although all compounded estrogens are bio-identical, there are also branded bio-identical estrogens
The Role of Progesterone
True/False. Progesterone is often NOT prescribed in women who have had a hysterectomy
True/False. Progesterone minimizes the build-up of endometrium, protecting against uterine cancer
True/False. There is some evidence that progesterone may help surgically menopausal women with sleep disorders and/or anxiety
The Role of Testosterone
True/False. Testosterone is produced in men and women, but in unequal amounts
True/False. Studies show that testosterone helps maintain muscle and bone and contributes to sex drive
True/False. There are only a few ways to replace testosterone in women. Creams are promising as are patches, but a testosterone patch is currently unavailable.
Chapter 5. Intensity of Suffering
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Menopausal Symptoms Experienced
Number and Type of Symptoms Experienced
Hot Flashes
Changes in Sexual Desire/Function
Vaginal Dryness
Urinary Complications
Heart Palpitations
Hot Flash Intensity
Hot Flash Frequency & Duration
Hot Flash Intensity Score
Depression/Moodiness Intensity
Depression/Moodiness Frequency & Impact
Depression/Moodiness Intensity Score
Insomnia Intensity
Insomnia Frequency and Quality of Sleep
Insomnia Intensity Score
Headache Intensity
Headache Frequency and Impact
Headache Intensity score
Sexual Function Intensity
Change in Sexual Desire
Frequency of Vaginal Dryness
Changes in Orgasm Frequency
Personal Distress
Intensity Score
Overall Intensity of Suffering
Chapter 6. Hormone Therapy Experience
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Physician Consultation
Discussion of Menopausal Symptoms with Physician
Practice Area of Physician Most Consulted
Percent Most Discussing Menopausal Symptoms with OB/GYN
Percent Most Discussing Menopausal Symptoms with Family Practioner
Discussion of Hormone Therapy with Physician
Depth of Discussion regarding Hormone Therapy with Physician
Prescription for Hormone Therapy by Physician
Recommended Duration for Hormone Therapy
Hormone Therapy
Usage of Hormone Therapy
Length of Time Taken Hormone Therapy
Reason(s) Chose Not to Use Hormone Therapy
Elapsed Time Between Hysterectomy and Hormone Therapy
Plans to Resume Hormone Therapy
Types of Hormones Used
Estrogen Usage
Progesterone Usage
Testosterone Usage
Estrogen Experimentation & Satisfaction
Dosage Experimentation with First Brand/Formulation Used
Satisfaction with First Brand/Formulation used
Relationship Between First Brands Satisfaction and Intensity of Suffering
Overall Treatment Experimentation
Relationship Between First Brand Satisfaction and Treatment Experimentation
Estrogen Switch & Satisfaction
Switch From/To Bio-Identical Formulations
Relationship Between Intensity of Suffering and Switch
Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy
Discussion of Bio-Identical Hormones with Physician
Physician Opinion of Bio-Identical Hormones
Trial of Bio-Identical Hormones
Non-Hormone Alternatives
Discussion of Non-Hormone Treatment Alternatives
Physician Opinion of Non-Hormone Treatment Alternatives
Trial of Non-Hormone Treatment Alternatives
Satisfaction with Non-Hormone Treatment Alternatives
Trial of Non-Hormone Alternatives Given Negative Physician Opinion
Progesterone Therapy
Discussion of Progesterone with Physician Following Hysterectomy
Physician Recommendation For/Against Progesterone Following Hysterectomy
Usage of Progesterone Following Hysterectomy
Specific Estrogen Brands/Formulations
Brand/Formulation First Used Versus Ever Used
Ever Used Activella
Ever Used Alora
Ever used Cenestin
Ever Used Climara
Ever Used Combi-Patch
Ever used Escim
Ever Used Estrace
Ever Used Estraderm
Ever Used Evista
Ever used FemHRT
Ever Used Femring
Ever Used Gynodial
Ever Used Menest
Ever Used Ogen
Ever Used Ortho-Est
Ever Used Ortho-Prefest
Ever Used Premarin
Ever Used Premphase
Ever Used Prempro
Ever Used Vagifem
Ever Used Vivelle-Dot
Specific Progesterone Brands/Formulations
Trial of Specific Brands/Formulations of Progesterone-Only Formulations
Ever Used Compound Progesterone
Ever Used OTC Progesterone Cream
Dosage Experimentation with Progesterone-Only Medications
Chapter 7. Special Needs
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Physician Consultation
Sexuality
Discussion of Vaginal Dryness with Physician
Receipt of Prescription to Treat Vaginal Dryness
Discussion of Decreased Sexual Desire with Physician
Discussion of Decreased Orgasm with Physician
Insomnia
Discussion with Physician
Receipt of Prescription Treatment
Depression/Moodiness
Discussion with physician
Receipt of prescription treatment
Headaches
Discussion with physician
Receipt of prescription treatment
Chapter 8. Testosterone Therapy
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Physician Consultation
Physician-initiated discussion regarding testosterone therapy
Patient-initiated discussion regarding testosterone therapy
Discussion of testosterone therapy risks and benefits
Receipt of prescription for testosterone
Reason physician advised against testosterone
Usage & Satisfaction
Forms of testosterone tried
Form taken – injection
Form taken – oral suspension
Form taken – cream
Form taken – other
Specific Brands Taken
Used Estratest
Used Compound Tesosterone
Dosage Experimentation
Satisfaction with Testosterone Therapy
Drivers of Satisfaction
Impact of Duration Taken
Impact of Form Taken
Impact of Dosage Experimentation
Impact of Intensity of Low Sexual Desire
Impact of Relationship Quality
Impact of Relationship Length
Chapter 9. Osteoporosis
Overview
Nuggets of Insight
Diagnosis
Presence of a Spinal Fracture
Tested for Osteoporosis/Osteopenia
Diagnosed with osteoporosis/osteopenia
Treatment
Usage of specific treatments
Length of time taken
Diet & Exercise
Aerobic exercise
Weight-bearing exercise
Usage f vitamin/mineral supplements
Smoking habits
Consumption of alcoholic beverages
| 
.gif)
HOME
ABOUT US
CONTACT
