Do I need progesterone after hysterectomy?
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Unfortunately, the only hormone most women are prescribed after complete hysterectomy is estrogen. You may have been told that you don't need progesterone because with no uterus there is no worry about uterine cancer. ... When you take estrogen, you should always take progesterone to counteract the negative effects.