Hysterectomy recovery restrictions

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Avatar f tn ll be able to better advise you (this is a forum for pelvic organ prolapse, and although sometimes women have a hysterectomy as part of a POP procedure, the issues with POP and hysterectomy/fistula are very different. Someone should be able to address your concerns and you should be able to find quite a bit of useful information about hysterectomy in general in this forum. Good luck!
717440 tn?1292743742 I got an abdominal hysterectomy which involves a longer recovery time; I was off work for 12 weeks only because my work involved lifting; I am an RN. My ovaries were not removed. Pain was really the only issue after surgery, but it was not terrible. During surgery, well, I was out and experienced no complications. Months later, I noticed I gained quite a bit of weight. I never really had a weight problem until I had my hyster. I have to work hard to keep it off.
Avatar n tn My doctor suggested that I have the rectocele surgery repair. I'm hesitating because I've heard horror stories about the recovery and pain afterwards (from other posting sites and my Mom as well who had the surgery 15 years ago). I've been navigating this site and it seems like people here are not spreading fear. Just how bad was the surgery and post op? Thanks.
12411 tn?1209403697 However, I am scheduled to be out of the country for a month beginning 14 May. I am concerned about the recovery time from this type of surgical biopsy. Can anyone help me get a better understanding of 1) the extent of the incision(s); 2) the typical recovery time for excisional biopsy; and 3) the post-operative restrictions to movement, exercise and/or painfulness?
Avatar m tn I had my ablation on a Thursday. 10 days later, I was back in my aerobics class with no restrictions. In fact, I did 3 classes that week with no problem at all, plus I started walking 4 miles every day. I barely "skipped a beat", so to say. I've had one ablation and was given a 98% success ratio. My girlfriend's son had WPW. He had one ablation probably 10 years ago and has been incident free ever since. Hang in there. The waiting is the worst part....trust me...
Avatar n tn It takes several weeks for your body to heal after a hysterectomy so it's best to follow the Drs orders. Take things slow and get plenty of rest.
Avatar f tn this is a quetion you should definitely discuss with your dr. I recently had a laproscopic hysterectomy and was approved to fly 3 days later but with restrictions. I had to physically walk every 2 hrs, drink lots and lots and lots of water, in the airport I traveled via wheelchair (had its benefits). The main concern is developing blood clots. Everyone who flies is at risk because of immobility. But surgery makes you more at risk.
Avatar f tn Tiredness was my worst symptom!! But you defintely need to take it easy..unfortunately I had 3 surgeries 2 with the hysterectomy and 1 a week later but my incision took 8-10 weeks to heal...the norm is 4-6 but I know the insides need to heal alot longer..just when you feel good and do too much than you realize your quite not there yet..so please take this time to recover rather than end up doing something that can cause more damage..the Doctor will give you the clearance to exercise again..
Avatar n tn Hello! I am in my 5th week of recovery from my Chiari reduction surgery. I am perfectly aware of my restrictions for the next two months. But I am not aware of any life-long restrictions. Are there any things that your doctors have told you is forbidden following Chiari surgery?
Avatar n tn If I was you I would go for the removal vs hysterectomy..I had one of those, I am very much fine now..but it is a very very hard recovery..6 weeks plus,,lots of restrictions. heavy pain meds..and a lot of women have problems with surgical induced menopause,,this only happens if they take ovaries. thats a big contraversy too...to have ovaries removed means no fear of ovarian cancer,,and with no uterus or cervix its rare to find ovarian cancer in early stages. other side..the menopause..
599170 tn?1300973893 That might negate the ability to return to school within a 2 day postop recovery. It is important to maintain any restrictions given by the surgeon to reduce the risk of complications.
Avatar f tn Removing ovaries is not a hysterectomy...it's an oophortectomy. Hysterectomy is removal of the uterus. I'm not sure exactly what your doctor is recommending, what tests were performed, or what the surgery recommendation is based upon. Ovaries can be removed laparoscopically by small incisions or by open incision (laparotomy).
Avatar f tn I had a partial hysterectomy just under 3 weeks ago, and i was just wondering how much walking is too much? I am only going for short walks at the moment, but feel i would be able to go for longer walks, but am afraid i might push myself too hard. any advice would be helpful, thanks.
1510783 tn?1290096307 I am scheduled to have a partial Hysterctomy because I've been diagnosed with Andemyosis. on December 15th (just my uterus will be removed, so far). What can I expect in regards to pain, recovery time and emotions. I've had my tubes tied for 4 years so I am fine about not having any more children. My doctor is not sure if she has to cut me or go vaginally. I am a little nervous and scared about this major procedure. Any feeback would be greatly appreciated. I am 38 years old.
Avatar f tn how dangerous is the replacement surgery? what is the recovery like? restrictions? should I plan to be off work longer than the day of the replacement to stay home with him?
Avatar n tn My wife had total abdominal hysterectomy (both overies and uterous removed). After how many day of the surgery morning ,evening walk and heavy work can be started.
Avatar n tn Also, what exactly are these restrictions trying to prevent? Could these cause retina problems or is it just an infection/healing precaution? Thanks!
Avatar f tn I had a laprascopic supra cervical hysterectomy with the ovaries being removed also. It has been 11 days with no hot flashes. When do they usually happen?
Avatar m tn I have a job that I lift more then 50 lbs and I do not want to have another heart attack. He says I have no restrictions that I could have another heart attack in my sleep just as well I could have one anywhere else. I do not know what to do? Please give me advice, do I need to get a second opinion?
Avatar m tn I had a vaginal hysterectomy 8 years ago was great for me and I had a quick recovery. Surgeries change throughout the years. Laparoscopic surgery is great as well as the healing time is much quicker. Myself, I would go laparoscopic as it is a much faster recovery as I stated before. But I would definite talk to you gyn first. Good luck.
Avatar f tn If I have a hysterectomy, seeing how I had my tubes cut and they remove my uterus will I still have monthly periods? Also, we are going on a cruise in Oct, will I be complete healed by then? Thanks for your time.
Avatar m tn If I still need to do some that it will be a laparoscopic hysterectomy recovery time is 2 weeks versus abdominal hysterectomy 8-10 weeks recovery time. God Bless you both and anyone else that's going through this!
Avatar n tn I just had hysterectomy 7 weeks ago.