I may need a hysterectomy in the near future for management of endometriosis. Will procedures like that be endangered by a ban?

I’m really sorry you’re facing this, and I get why that might be a concern. The good news is that, generally, procedures like a hysterectomy for conditions like endometriosis are considered medically necessary and wouldn't typically fall under abortion bans.

However, it can get tricky because some laws might try to restrict any kind of procedure related to reproductive organs, including those for health issues like yours.

If a national abortion ban goes through, it could potentially create confusion or even delays in getting treatments like hysterectomies, depending on how the law is written and how strict it gets. Your doctors should still be able to perform the surgery if it’s needed to protect your health, but it might depend on where you live and what those laws look like in practice.

I’d reach out to your doctor to discuss your surgical care plan and any barrier than may exist.