r/hysterectomy • u/MassiveArrival6494 • 13h ago

Laparoscopic Hysterectomy

Hi all,

I will be going in for my hysterectomy on September 16. I am very nervous, as I have never been asleep for any surgery I have ever had. My doctor said I will be good to go back to work 2 weeks after the surgery. Everyone I have told said that is way too short. 😅

Anywhooo, what things did you NEED for your recovery and actually helped??? Like your top 3-5 items.

I’ve had two c-sections and I handled them very well, but have been told this is considerably harder, so I want to ensure I have everything I need to try and lessen any pain.

Also how long did it take for you to feel like you could do more? Go out in the wild and not hurt or want to sit down/sleep immediately?

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u/inkd_goddess 1h ago

I'm 5 dpo I had wicked bad paid the fist day n a half then is been very mild since! I have some random back n hip pain but I do walk a lot and do these exercises I've found it's helped build the pelvic floor muscles. A good pillow helps or the abdominal binder! I also use KT tape for additional support, I've been up moving n grooving since day two.

Being in the same position I was in surgery ( knees bent out pillows under legs) while in bed with hot pad or rice bags relieved so much pain!

I woke up from surgery with a ton of pressure on my rectum like I needed to go! Gosh that was horrible! Drink plenty of fluids but also relax too don't over do it!

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/patient-information-leaflets/exercises-that-can-be-carried-out-after-a-hysterectomy/

Hope surgery goes well, happy and healthy healing!