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Join Date: Nov 2008
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oh, and me, rambling again.
One of the things I had to think about in recovery is that my hips are tight, so getting socks on is a bit of a chore even when I'm not recovering from abdominal surgery. Actually bought some slip on shoes i could wear barefoot just to side step the issue, but did persuade my sister to help me put my socks on one day. (She grumbled, apparently her hips aren't as tight as mine. Ah, well. )
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04-27-17, 05:08 AM | |
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Ohio
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I had a total abdominal hysterectomy about 15 years ago due to endometriosis. It was the final surgery after a bunch of surgeries trying to "solve" the problem.
Hands down the best decision I ever made. No pain, no periods. My recovery time was not that bad ...at the time I had a very active toddler and needed some help here and there. My doctor kept me in the hospital almost a week because my surgery was difficult due to adhesions, but I doubt that would fly these days. By the time I was out of the hospital I was feeling great, relatively speaking. I have never been on any kind of patch or cream, and honestly have not experienced anything health-wise that would make me want to go on them. I am now 51, and I have gained about 10 lbs. which is probably more due to my own habits than the surgery itself. Perimenopause and menopause affect everyone differently, but they do affect everyone eventually.
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04-27-17, 06:30 AM | |
Join Date: Oct 2003
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Took out my uterus and one ovary three years ago. Due to fibroids, my uterus was the size of a 24 week pregnancy. The hysterectomy was so that a colon resection could be performed. To make a long story short, I was cut from belly button down into my pubic area. Strangely, I had no pain, so no pain meds. I was allowed to drive, but no bending or exercise.
Since the surgery, my intestines are better, no colon resection! The surgery was the best thing, wish I had done it sooner. My incontinence has almost disappeared and no more bathroom problems. Good luck! |
04-27-17, 06:37 AM | ||
Join Date: May 2011
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04-27-17, 09:30 AM | |
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Missouri
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happy about hysterectomy
I hope you have a good experience with your upcoming hysterectomy. I had mine 11 years ago. It was done vaginally and I still have my ovaries. I was hesitant to get it done for years because of my mother's experience way back in the 70s, so for a very long time I lived with extremely painful periods, tons of bleeding, and an unpredictable cycle. After being diagnosed with HGSIL I decided it was time to give up and get the surgery. I felt SO MUCH BETTER afterwards!! I guess I wasn't even aware how awful I felt before getting it done. The pathology report showed that I had adenomyosis and fibroid tumors, in addition to the HGSIL. Within a week I was so much more optimistic, I changed my diet and started walking until I got the go-ahead from my gyno to lift. Then I started doing my Firm videos. It made a huge positive difference in my life.
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04-28-17, 09:12 AM | |
Join Date: May 2011
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I know this has been said before, but I wish we had a "like" button!! Thank you all for helping me feel better! I'm sitting here trying to decide what to do for my last workout for a while. (I'm working 12 hour shifts Saturday and Sunday, surgery on Monday). So many favorites!!! I'm thinking maybe CLX get lean intervals. So fun!
Have a great day everyone!💜💜
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04-28-17, 01:04 PM | |
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Southern California
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I had a partial hysterectomy in late 2015. It was done through my abdomen, with an incision just above my bikini area.
I will say that we all recover differently. I kept hearing about people who felt great and were moving around in 1 week, but for me it took longer. I was sore, there was a weird sensation around my incision, I was bloated for about 6 weeks. Riding in a car was uncomfortable for about 4 weeks. I couldn't wear jeans for about 2 months. BUT I felt great once I healed. My surgery was in October 2016, and I was back to exercise in late December. The biggest thing I learned was to listen to your own body, and don't push yourself to meet someone else's recovery expectations. Things to keep in mind during recovery: 1) Pillows are your friend! I had tons all around me to get comfy in bed. 2) Gas-X!!! You will have really bad gas pain after surgery. Gas-X was part of my life for about 3 weeks during recovery. 3) Have comfy clothes...you will be swollen/bloated, and I preferred my clothes to be somewhat loose. 4) Have help. Don't lift anything heavy. And listen to your body! Wishing you a speedy recovery! |
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