I had a complete hysterectomy in December. The surgeon tried to do it laparascopically but couldn't because of adhesions so he opened me up along the same scar line as my previous proctocolectomy. Easy surgery for me. Easy recovery but it took awhile for my appetite to return. Was slightly nauseated for days and figured it was a result of the anesthesia or ???? So, I ate very little of whatever I wanted to eat and I ate fairly frequently. In about two weeks, my appetite returned to normal. No effects on my J-pouch whatsoever! Best wishes!