Hysterectomy recovery steps

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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.
Avatar f tn Goodman -- I am BRCA1 positive with single mutation -- my sister died of ovarian at 46 and my mother of breast at 74.
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.
Avatar f tn I have been a addict for 30 something years, I have now been clean 12 years, I go to Na meetings, it does not matter if your life was good or bad addiction can effect anyone,got tired of jails and Psych hospitals, working the 12 steps helped me to look at me and my issues and gave me a new way of coping with life, I have some awesome friends to turn to when life hits me, im never alone anymore, I learned to ask for help from people who have been threw what I am going threw.
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 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!
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 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 an abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo oopherectomy. Cancer was detected and some lymph nodes were also removed along with omemtum. Luckily it was in its early stages and the pathology results show that the Cancer hadn't spread therefore I wont need any chemotherapy. this is the best news ever! I'm now at home and recovering slowly. Has anyone gone through this type of surgery? How long did it take to recover? I'm 38 and have no children.
Avatar f tn Is outpatient recovery supposed to cost money? It is an outpatient facility that is based on AA. After I talked to the counselor he said it would cost $800.00 for six weeks. I thought AA meetings were free, maybe I misunderstood.
Avatar f tn Each time we go over a step and months later it comes back around things change a bit as you grow in your recovery. It is good to work with a sponsor too. There are some things in certain steps that you need to work in private. It is all good to go girl..You are getting there and doing great..
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 i am going in to have a abdominal hysterectomy in 7 weeks time the doctor has told me he will remove my womb and he could have to talk one of my ovaries as he said it does not look to good i am 35 with 4 kids age 5 ,7, 12, and 17 i am up the walls thinking about it i have been told i cant do anything for 6 weeks is this right can any one tell me the full story what it is like and what should i do befor going in to hospital will i need anything for when i come home any help any news on this wo
Avatar f tn Had a hysterectomy 2 weeks ago. Had ovaries and uterus removed. Feel pretty good but not sure when I should be returning to normal activities. Stomach is alittle sore after walking up stairs yesterday. Any advice?
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!
1814148 tn?1332485798 Hey everybody just wanted to check in and let my medhelp friends know that I'm on my 5th week in rehab and it's going great. I'm so blessed to have found the mental clarity needed to face a healthy recovery. I'm so excited to get home and start working my program. Hope all is well with everyone.
569901 tn?1233243114 Will I keep with me everything I have learned about my addiction and the steps I need to take to never go down that road again?I certainly hope so,thats the plan.May I ask why it bothers you that he said that?I too was on methodone and went to a clinic.Before that my drug of choice was vicodin,20 7.5 mgs. a day.I have been clean from everything for a little over 5 months.
Avatar n tn Has anyone had the DiVinci machine for a hysterectomy? How long was recovery? How did it go?
Avatar f tn C section is scheduled for August 7th; however, due to the location of my fibroids I may have to have an emergency hysterectomy...is anyone else in a similar situation? Does anyone know anything about how that might impact recovery? Pregnancy has been basically perfect and baby is doing great otherwise!!
1053613 tn?1255987994 Has anyone had their hysterectomy by robotics? Im having the robotics hysterectomy on Dec. 30 and was wondering how the recovery has been for someone who has that type of surgery.
Avatar n tn It does sound like it would be the best solution. I can see what the doctor means. If they leave the ovaries, at least you wouldn't experience surgical menopause, which can be a bit brutal. But you would say goodbye to your womb. How do you feel about that? It might be a good idea, for the sake of your general health. Fibroids naturally shrink after menopause, and often cause no more trouble, but with the kidney involvement, I would say it's best to have the surgery.
Avatar n tn How long will it take for you to recover from a partial hysterectomy. I had mine a week ago, I feel like I am able to work already but I'm afraid that going back to work at one is not good for me.