Thanks all, it looks like I should definitely ask about IC. It sounds like what I have (and the foods they mentioned do irritate me). I wonder if I have had IC for a while but my hysterectomy made it worse.

shezbut- that site looks awesome. I actually did experience depression after the surgery. I never EVER wanted a kid, but I do still feel like a part of myself was taken away from me. It's hard and so personal to explain.