Hysterectomy, hormones and blood sugar: What happens after surgery

A new study suggests that women who have had a hysterectomy may have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The research, published in the journal Diabetes Care, found that women who had undergone the procedure had higher blood sugar levels and were more likely to develop the condition than those who had not.

The study controlled for other factors that could affect diabetes risk, such as age, body mass index, and family history. The findings suggest that the removal of the uterus and ovaries may have an impact on hormone levels and metabolism.