Post Hysterectomy Recovery Supplies
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ก.ย. 2022
- Hello Friends,
In this video, I will be sharing all of the things that I purchased for my post hysterectomy recovery. I hope that you find this video helpful. Thank you for your support and for your positive and kind comment. Please give me a thumbs up and subscribe to my channel.
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Hysterectomy Recovery supplies mentioned:
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2. Miralax amzn.to/3RqM40a
3. Gas x amzn.to/3wXuclH
4. Wedge pillow amzn.to/3TS2Rvc
5. Leg wedge pillow amzn.to/3cHT1LJ
6. StayLightHealing Hysterectomy recovery pillow etsy.me/3K8y6MJ Instagram: staylightwithli...
7. Step and Go Stool amzn.to/3CUQ3Om
8. Ice & heat pad amzn.to/3cFNBAU
9. Bath wipes amzn.to/3BeOSbC
10. Black underwear amzn.to/3BeOWIo
11. Black leggings amzn.to/3TBGtWR
12. White leggings amzn.to/3en0kZF
13. Always flex pads amzn.to/3QaTMdD
14. Generic Tylenol PM amzn.to/3AKSUHe
15. Cotton bralettes oldnavy.gap.com/browse/produc...
16. Cotton brown panties oldnavy.gap.com/browse/produc...
17. Tank tops oldnavy.gap.com/browse/produc...
18. Cough drops amzn.to/3CXDxxJ
19. Mini dress oldnavy.gap.com/browse/produc...
20. Tank dress oldnavy.gap.com/browse/produc...
21. MIDI length ribbed dress oldnavy.gap.com/browse/produc...
* Update as of February 1, 2023*
4 months post op…
I’m doing so great now! Period and pain free for 3 months now! I’ll be honest I was within a small percentage of people who had post hysterectomy complications with bleeding and scar tissue. However, after a few visits to the surgeon post surgery the issue was treated and I recovered nicely. I have my last Pelvic Floor physical therapist appointment later this month and I feel like a new woman. I will say that I used everything that I purchased but my least favorite item was the pillow for under my knees. After a couple of weeks it caused knee pain so I ditched it. During my recovery, my six favorite items were my belly binder, gas x extreme, my heating pad, ice pack, recovery pillow, bathroom step stool and my meal service (the convenience was helpful). I also carried around a huge water bottle and drank a ton of water.
Some advice; stay on top of your ibuprofen and Tylenol. You may be feeling great but in those first 2-3 weeks, if you skip a your pill you may find yourself in unnecessary pain. Also, don’t rush your recovery. I got bored and started doing stuff too fast which is partly why my bleeding was excessive 4 weeks post op. Take small walks and rest often. I hope this helps.
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We have a very similar story. When you said adenomyosis and you had pain ALL THE TIME even when you aren’t on your period I had to stop what I was doing because I’ve never really met someone describe so close to what I feel. I am scheduled to have my hysterectomy in less than 2 weeks. I went back and forth about keeping my ovaries but today I made the decision to remove them. My mother had ovarian cancer. I admit I’m still quite terrified. I’m 48 and will not have more children. But it’s still a thing for me. I am definitely hopeful for a new found less painful life. Thank you for sharing your story. ♥️
Mine is scheduled for Feb 14 😢
I definitely understand where you’re coming from. It is a very difficult decision to make but what I can tell you is that being on the other side of that pain now a year later… I can say that having the surgery was the best decision I’ve ever made. Without pain I am a better version of myself. Pain isn’t always at the forefront or background of my mind anymore. I don’t have to make special plans or accommodations for unexpected prolonged periods. I’m able to enjoy life more, I am able to be a better mom and wife. I knew that the pain had changed me but it wasn’t until it was gone that I realized how much it had changed me. I can appreciate things so much more now. No, I won’t have anymore children of my own but I’ll be an awesome auntie and Nina. I held out hope for a third baby for a long time but looking back on things, I wish I had made my decision earlier so that I could have enjoyed my beautiful sons even more than I did during that time. I would have had less pain which means I would have played more, I would have had more patience with them and myself, and I wouldn’t have felt like I walked in a fog for years. I am not the only woman in my family to have suffered with adenomyosis, and every persons journey is slightly different but the pain is something we shared. You are not alone. It is scary but you can get through this. Try to think of it as a way of healing your whole body and try not to focus on what you’re losing. Rest, eat clean, nurture yourself and just give yourself the time and space you need to heal. Don’t rush your healing. I found journaling and walking really helped me to process the feelings associated with my decision during the healing process. But I kid you not, once my body healed so did my mind and my heart. I am wishing you a very successful surgery and recovery. Feel free to DM me on IG if you have questions or need a friend after your surgery.
Thanks for the info I to am having a hysterectomy and I am 41 years young but I am terrified at the idea just due to the fact I had a full tummy tuck 10 months ago so anywho I pray for you a speedy recovery and pray for me too thxz surgery date is 05/24/24 a day after my son graduates from high school so yeah all shall be well
I had my surgery in September of 2022. I am doing great! Having the surgery was the best decision I have made. I will say a prayer for you. May God help your surgery to go well and help you to heal quickly. Congratulations to your son.
Thank you for these suggestions. Extremely helpful!
You are welcome! Be sure to read the update in the description of the video. I hope that you are well and that if you are having this procedure that everything goes well.
I will definitely be praying for you and thanks for sharing. A woman never knows when this type of information will come in handy. You’re doing great!
Thanks ❤️
@@ShereeThomas30Good morning. I hope this message finds you doing well.
I'm new to your channel, via searching for content on hysterectomies, pre & post. Thank you for this video.
Did you ever do one for post surgery? Pardon me if I've overlooked it or any information in regards to it. Again, I'm new to your channel, just today as a matter of fact. Thank you again.
I brought a nightgown to wear home because I was warned the bladder could be injured due to scar tissue and I'm glad I did. With the catheter the nightgown is easier to wear
Praying for your recovery after this surgery! The supplies you purchase should be good to keep you comfortable while you heal!
You are prepared for everything, as I knew you would be, queen 👑.
I’m trying Tip
Thanks for all information. Prayers and good thoughts for great recovery. Just remember you are important so take care of yourself.🙏🙏
Thank you
My prayers are with you for a successful surgery and speedy post recovery. Blessings.
Thank you. I’m 5 days post op and I’m doing good. God is blessing me.
Thanks so much for all the information and links! I'm scheduled to have mine next week and I'm quite nervous! I don't really want to have it. I'm trying to stay positive. Thank you for the post-op update as well! 🙏🏼🙌🏽
I understand how you’re feeling. I’m sorry you have to go through this. I really hope that after your surgery that you feel BETTER in every sense of the word. Wishing you a quick recovery.
Thank you for the video. Great ideas here! I hope you are doing great.
You’re welcome. I’m doing great. ❤️ I added notes about my favorite items purchased in this video.
I am praying for you and the recovery. Please keep you first
Thank you
I love that you shared this Sheree. So much fabulous information. Thank you.
Praying for a speedy recovery ❤️🩹 and that everything goes to plan.
Thank you so much ❤️
Praying for you, my dear. This too shall pass. ❤️🙏🏽
Amen. Thank you
Wishing you a speedy recovery and a new pain free journey!🙏🏾🥰
Thank you ❤️
Thanks for sharing...prayers and blessings to you...I would definitely love to hear an update
Thank you for watching. I didn’t film an update video but I did write an update note in the description of this video. I’m doing great and I no longer have pain. I feel like a new woman. Blessings to you as well! ❤️
Hi first name friend twin, pronounced the same way, I am scheduled for a robotic hysterectomy on 11/24, glad I found your video, it has put my mind at ease, just a little 😊
I’m glad that it helped. Good luck with your surgery!
Prayers and blessings for you and your family. I had one at 52. And it does take a while to recover. Your 4 to 6 weeks sounds about right.
Thank you 🙏🏾
Thank you for the great info, I will be having a partial hysterectomy soon.
Wishing you the best of luck and fast healing. ❤️
Sheree, you have covered everything that you might possibly need. I had this laparoscopic surgery done several years ago and I did not experience too much pain or discomfort. In fact, I felt better than I thought I would have post surgery. I'm wishing you the best for a successful surgery and a speedy and healthy recovery.
Thank you for this positive feedback. I sure hope that I have a similar experience. Thank you for sharing.
Hi from the UK! Severe Adenomyosis and Endometriosis and Fibroids and im getting a total hysterectomy keeping ovaries mid April. I've been goinf through so many emotions and i transferred that sadness into anxiety on how to prep for surgery. This video is so helpful. Thank you ❤️
Oh friend, I understand the anxiety. I’m sorry that you’re going through this. Please be sure to read the info section of this video so that you know which items I found the most helpful. I hope that your surgery goes well and that you heal quickly. Be gentle with yourself. Having this surgery will likely improve your quality of life. There are a lot of ways that you can still have children in the future or make a meaningful impact in a child’s life if you’d like to. I am personally a child care provider so I’m a second mom to many children but I’m also a loving aunt. Nearly all of my friends children practically live at my house and also call me auntie. The love that I have for all of these children and the time that I get with them is a blessing.
I hope that you find peace with your decision and that you see this as a way to potentially save your life and improve your health. Good luck to you.
You have no idea how similar our brains are. I'm at the beginning of the journey, waiting for scheduling, and, at 58 with bleeding that has never stopped, I've resigned myself that this is my only option. Your update gives me so much hope. Bless you for the willingness to share.
My heart goes out to you. I definitely understand your pain. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. I honestly feel like a new women. I had no idea what life was like without pain and let me tell you… it is glorious. Like you, having this surgery was not an easy decision to make but it was the best decision for me. I am healthy, strong, happy and pain free. After my surgery I had to do a lot of things to aide in my recovery like going to physical therapy for pelvis floor dysfunction and I took lower back strengthening classes. Two things I never knew I needed. But I learned that when you spend a lot of time in pain you often clinch your muscles in other area to brace yourself for the pain in your uterus. This causes lower back pain, bladder issues and tight muscles in your pelvic floor which controls more of our bodies than I knew. Make sure that you ask your doctors if they think physical therapy can help you. I actually started the physical therapy before the surgery and continued after I healed from the surgery. Best decision ever. Good luck with everything. Better days are coming.
It seems as though you have everything very well thought out. How wonderful that your doctor took the time to give you so much information. It seems rare these days. Both my daughter and I suffered from endometriosis and the pain relief after surgery was life altering. My recovery was different because it wasn’t laparoscopic. Prayers and blessings for you and your surgical team. 💕🙏
Thank you so much. It is so interesting how many women suffer from endometriosis. I’m the only one in my family that has it but there are lots of other women’s health issues that family members have suffered that resulted in a hysterectomy. I’m glad that the surgery helped you and your girls. I am hopeful that it will be the same for me.
Thank you for sharing this information. I am scheduled for September…super nervous as I work in healthcare (25+ yrs) and see all of the things that can go really wrong, obviously I won’t see the ones that went well, so I’m watching probably WAY too many TH-cam videos. 🧡
I also watched lots of videos before hand. Some of which scared me and some that were encouraging. I can tell you that I am glad that I had the procedure and I am pain free and living a healthy life. I hope that everything goes smoothly for you. I hope that you can take a good amount of time to rest and heal; not only your body but your mind as well. Be sure to ask for help when you need it and give yourself grace. Sending you a virtual hug. ❤️
amennn. my surgery tomorrow
Good luck! ❤️
WIl be praying for you . From my own experience just do what the doctors say and don’t overdo it. You will feel so much better after your recovery.
I will do just that. Thank you 😊
you should never have to explain doing anything that is best for your health and mental well being! Bless you and I hope you are well on your way to better health.
I am healthy and pain free. Thank you so much. 😊
I will be having mine in a few weeks. Checking how this went.
It went well! Please read the description of this video for update. I have also replied to many questions as well. Maybe you might find one of these questions helpful. Good luck with your surgery.
I am having a total hysterectomy Monday! And this information has been so helpful! I am having to have my hysterectomy because of a mass on my ovary that we know has spread to my uterus! I just found out about it because of an accident that I was in on September 16 were we flipped four times and I am blessed to still be alive! I am dealing with healing from the accident and dealing with getting all the testing done and going to the different doctors for the mass! Thank you for sharing this!
May God be with you. That is a lot to manage. Yes, it is a blessing that you are alive. I pray that the surgery helps you. Please read my update info about items I found most helpful. I hope that some of these items bring you comfort.
I am having my partial hysterectomy next month. I was able to have 3 daughters even with having Endometriosis. I am also over the pain of endometriosis always happening randomly. I have mixed emotions about it as I am only 32 but ready for to be pain free. Thank you for sharing your journey!
Thank you for sharing your experience. Endometriosis was really hard on my body and my mental health, so I definitely do not regret having my surgery. I am pain free and I’m happy. Which is allowing me to be a better version of myself and that has helped me become a better mom and wife. There are times when I have unexpected feelings about my uterus being gone but then I also remember the years that I spent in pain. Having this surgery is a big decision and it can be scary but there is healing at the end of the tunnel. I hope that you feel better after your surgery as well.
34 here and getting my hysterectomy on Wednesday. I wanted a 3rd baby but with no prospects and my PCOS basically taking over (newly diagnosed Adenomyosis in March 2024), I’m ready. I hope it worked not for you!!
I understand you. My last cycle lasted 41 days that was super heavy. It was painful and I became extremely anemic so I had to get an iron infusion. I’ve been on the strongest hormones to help stop my cycles / didn’t work. So now I have a IUD and if it doesn’t work a hysterectomy is definitely on the table that honestly- I am more than OK getting. For the women who experience cycles like us they understand what we go through!! For the ones who have never experienced cycles like us - or even the pain just pray for us and nothing under that because we really do need prayer when dealing with painful and extremely heavy cycles that last over 30 days
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Amen sis amen
Hi Sheree. I had the surgery five years ago. It was the best thing ever! Recovery depends on the individual and how the uterus is removed. I had most of the same symptoms. You will feel much better after it's done. You covered everything for the post-op recovery.
I want to ease your concern. I had no major issues. I wish I had your list. I had an issue when coughing the first few days. It has been five years. I have lost about 20 pounds. I have no regrets.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It does give me hope and comfort to hear that you had no major issues.
Thank you for this video. I have a small fibroid and I also have adenomyosis. I get my period every 2 weeks and finally after 10 years I finally got the right dr to send me to see a surgeon who tried to get me to try other options that I tried already (birth control etc) I showed her pictures and she happily agreed and my surgery is scheduled for Feb 6. I had so much pain and heavy bleeding etc, I’m so excited for this surgery! I hope you’re doing well. I appreciate this video and all the information and products that you told us about and where to get them for post op care.
Oh I’m so happy for you! Congratulations on finally getting a surgical appointment! I have to tell you after years of endometriosis and adenomyosis pain I was so relieved to finally have my hysterectomy. Life has been so good since the surgery. I haven’t had pain in a year. There is light at the end of the tunnel! Please be sure to read my surgical update in the info section. It has the items that I found the most useful. Good luck with your surgery and recovery.
@@ShereeThomas30 I will! And thank you! I can’t wait for relief! 🥰❤️
I am getting one in June. I can’t wait to be without pain. I have been in pain since 13. I am 39 next month
I hear you sister. Healing is coming. I cannot describe how good it feels to no longer have this pain. Good luck with your procedure.
Thank you for sharing, Cold you plz update your post op experience and recovery journey?
Yes, I will add this to the info section of the video. I just posted this response to someone else’s comment yesterday…
I’m doing so great now! Period and pain free for 3 months now! I’ll be honest I was in a small percentage of people who had post hysterectomy complications with bleeding and scar tissue. However, after a few visits to the surgeon post surgery the issue was treated and I recovered nicely. I have my last Pelvic Floor physical therapist appointment later this month and I feel like a new woman. I will say that I used everything that I purchased but my least favorite item was the pillow for under my knees. After a couple of weeks it caused knee pain so I ditched it. During my recovery my six favorite items were my belly binder, gas x extreme, my heating pad, ice pack, recovery pillow, bathroom step stool and my meal service (the convenience was helpful). I also carried around a huge water bottle and drank a ton of water.
Some advice; stay on top of your ibuprofen and Tylenol. You may be feeling great but in those first 2-3 weeks, if you skip a your pill you may find yourself in unnecessary pain. Also, don’t rush your recovery. I got bored and started doing stuff too fast which is partly why my bleeding was excessive 4 weeks post op. Take small walks and rest often. I hope this helps.
I had it done at 42. The recovery was about 4-5 days! Easy peasy and you will love your new life!
I love to hear that! 🙏🏾
I’m 41 and scheduled soon for mine. All the doctors want me to keep an ovary but I’ve always struggled with cysts and pain. Did you keep an ovary or not? I just want to be pain free.
@@jeannastamatis2573 nope
Hi - what belly binder did you use! Didn’t see a link. Thanks for sharing your favorite things 😊
The one I used was provided by my doctor and it was a life saver. It is similar to this: amzn.to/46tabD3
Before purchased one, ask the surgeon if they will be providing you with one. I did have to wash it a few times so having two would be nice.
You will not regret your decision… when mine was removed, I didn’t have any discomfort to where I need any of the things you purchased… laparoscopic removal was an easy recovery for me… ate plenty ice … no fever… did not even take pain meds… the pain was bearable…after hearing which type you are having, I hope and really don’t think you will need all that… I didn’t experience all that… I know each person is different… I don’t have the trap gas either… walking was no problem.. my only issue was itching during the healing of the incision… can’t scratch…
Wow. Praise God! Thank you for sharing your experience. I hope that I also have an easy recovery. The good thing is that the majority of these things were purchased at Amazon and can be returned if I don’t use them within 30 days. We shall see but your comment was very encouraging to me. Thank you for sharing.
Wow. Praise God! Thank you for sharing your experience. I hope that I also have an easy recovery. The good thing is that the majority of these things were purchased at Amazon and can be returned if I don’t use them within 30 days. We shall see but your comment was very encouraging to me. Thank you for sharing.
@@ShereeThomas30 you’re welcome…
13:46 I had a total hysterectomy exactly 7 days ago and I applaud all of you who had easy peasy recoveries. Unfortunately, I’m still in quite a bit of pain. My surgery was not laparoscopic due to the size of my uterus and I’m not sure if that makes a difference but I’m waiting for the light at the end of this tunnel. My incision doesn’t hurt at all but everything around it does. Any suggestions are welcome
I didn’t have a totally easy recovery and I experienced post surgery complications with bleeding, but I do believe that everyone’s recovery is unique to their own body. I am so sorry that you are experiencing a rough recovery. I would say that what helped me the most with my pain was wearing my belly binder longer than it was recommended, alternating between my extra large ice pack and a long heating pad. I also stayed on top of my ibuprofen & Tylenol even when I felt like I didn’t need it. I found that when I skipped taking the ibuprofen or Tylenol because I felt fine I ended up paying for it later when I tried to relax. It’s like all the pain I didn’t feel earlier in the day hit me like a ton of bricks. Additionally, do whatever it takes to make sure your bowel movements are smooth and regular. Constipation definitely can increase abdominal discomfort. I know it seems impossible to imagine right now… but one day you will be without all of this pain and discomfort. I am wishing you the best of luck in your recovery.
3 months out.... still recovering.
I just had my total abdominal hysterectomy 4 days ago , still in pain and recovering 😊.
I hope that your recovery is smooth and that you heal quicker than you imagined that you would. Living a pain free life is right around the corner. Be patient with your body, take it easy, rest and heal. Sending positive thoughts your way. ❤️
@@ShereeThomas30 Yes, thank you for your good advice , much appreciated 🥰😊
Hi How did you do? I am scheduled for surgery next week. I found your video very helpful. I was looking to see how you dealt afterwards.
Hello! I’m doing so great now! Period and pain free for 3 months now! I’ll be honest I was in a small percentage of people who had post hysterectomy complications with bleeding and scar tissue. However, after a few visits to the surgeon post surgery the issue was treated and I recovered nicely. I have my last Pelvic Floor physical therapist appointment later this month and I am a new woman. I will say that I used everything that I purchased but my least favorite item was the pillow for under my knees. After a couple of weeks it caused knee pain so I ditched it. During my recovery my six favorite items were my belly binder, gas x extreme, my heating pad, ice pack, recovery pillow, bathroom step stool and my meal service (the convenience was helpful). I also carried around a huge water bottle and drank a ton of water. I have one piece of advice, stay on top of your ibuprofen and Tylenol. You may be feeling great but in those first 2-3 weeks, if you skip a your pill you may find yourself in unnecessary pain. Also, don’t rush your recovery. I got bored and started doing stuff too fast which is partly why my bleeding was excessive 4 weeks post op. Take small walks and rest often. I really hope that your procedure goes well and that you get the healing that you need. Life is so sweet on the other side of this thing. Reply post op if you need support or have questions. Good luck!
Thank you!
❤ thank you babes xXx hope your doing well now xXx
I’m doing great!
I hope you won't need any of that after your hysterectomy. I'm not sure what more they will be doing to you since mine was due to endometrial cancer, but I had no problems, pain, bleeding, etc, afterwards. I had total hysterectomy and was opened from hip bone to hip bone. I'd had a c-section with my son 30 years earlier and was opened up along that scar, and was still numb from the c-section, so I didn't have the muscle pain like I did with the c-section, so I guess that was why it was so easy. The hard part was the menopause symptoms. I hope you don't have any of those problems either. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
I hope I don’t either. Luckily, I get to keep my ovaries. They appear to look healthy from the ultrasounds, they will be removing the uterus, cervix and Fallopian tubes, endometriosis any fibroids and they will be checking my bladder, colon and bowel for scar tissue and endo. Praying that I have an easy recovery.
I’m so sorry to hear that you went through endometrial cancer. I pray that you are well and I thank you for sharing your experience.
I hope I don’t either. Luckily, I get to keep my ovaries. They appear to look healthy from the ultrasounds, they will be removing the uterus, cervix and Fallopian tubes, endometriosis any fibroids and they will be checking my bladder, colon and bowel for scar tissue and endo. Praying that I have an easy recovery.
I’m so sorry to hear that you went through endometrial cancer. I pray that you are well and I thank you for sharing your experience.
@@ShereeThomas30 oh, that's good! You can bypass the menopausal symptoms then.
@@ShereeThomas30 I'm 5 years cancer free now. It was so nice not having the massive painful periods though (nothing to do with the cancer. That was just a fluke that it was found) I'd had polycystic ovaries and huge fibroids too though in the past (baseball size). They had injected something up an artery in the groin to kill them, but they only shrunk a bit and then calcified. The general way to do the hysterectomy was to remove everything vaginally since it was much less invasive, which had been the plan, but since it couldn't fit out that way, I had it done with a big abdominal incision. I was up and walking around the next morning though, virtually pain free (my surgery was the previous evening). Much easier than my c-section.
I’m 34 years old and I’m scheduled for my laparoscopic hysterectomy on the 19th of next month. I’ve been soooo nervous about it.
Aw friend. I completely understand. I’m so sorry you need this surgery at your young age. May God be with you through this journey. I pray that this surgery heals you and takes away your pain.
@@ShereeThomas30 thank you so much. Yes after my birth of my son everything down there went south. Cyst started to appear on my ovaries and uterus. This caused excruciating pain. Then I had a novasure ablation which didn’t work for my periods. My periods came back on three times a month.
@@ShereeThomas30Urmeaza sa ma operez si eu de fibrom 10 cm si imi este frica sa nu mor in operatie😢😓😓😓😭
@@LifeofKadishaLalineUrmeaza sa ma operez si eu de fibrom 10 cm si imi este la fel de frica sa nu mor in operatie😭😭😓,eu am 34 ani
did she do any followup after surgery vids
Hello,
No, I didn’t. I added an update in the description section of this video. I also shared which items I found to be the most helpful. It has been a year and a half since my surgery and I’m doing really great. If you have questions that haven’t been answered by the replies to other comments on this video, please be sure to ask me and I will gladly answer.
Thank you for watching.
My surgery tomorrow may keep my overies im not sure. Thanks
I kept my ovaries. I feel great! And I’ll be able to ease into menopause. Good Luck to you with your surgery and your recovery.
Just had a hysterectomy the 16th of November and hit complications. My bladder was injured so I have a catheter for 10 days. I'm miserable
I’m so sorry to hear that. I bet it’s very uncomfortable. I had complications days after I left the hospital. My complications were due to developing scar tissue. I just took so long to heal. I had to have silver nitrate applied to my vaginal cuff and a small opening that wouldn’t heal. Then two weeks later I started bleeding and clotting like crazy. I went to the emergency room and they applied surgical sealant all over the area and I had to start using a estrogen cream to help with the healing. I just hit 8 weeks post op and I’m finally feeling really good. Hang in there. I’ll say a prayer for you. I know that this part of the process is painful but pretty soon you will feel better than you have in a long time.
Also, if you haven’t seen a PT you may want to ask your surgeon if he/she thinks it will help you after you heal. I am seeing one for Pelvic Floor dysfunction and one of the things they help with is bladder issues post hysterectomy. I really hope you start feeling better soon.
Hello,
Do you remember what size wedge pillow you got?
These are the pillows I got:
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24 x 25 x 12 inch
I am six days postop from a robotic hysterectomy. I am struggling to find a comfortable position throughout the night to sleep. Do you have any suggestions?
I’m so sorry. I actually found that sleeping on the wedge pillow that I mentioned in this video with a small neck pillow was the most comfortable for me. I also slept with the hysterectomy pillow on my belly while I hugged it. I also had a pillow on my side once I felt healed enough to try to sleep more on my side. Sleeping was a bit rough. I would take Tylenol pm at night to help.
Having this surgery at the end of this year 2023
Wishing you all the good luck and success with your surgery.
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No video update on how it went?
Hi! My update information is in the information box below the video. I am doing great. I feel pain free for the first time in my adult life and I’m so happy that I had the surgery.
Thank you for watching.
@@ShereeThomas30 🙏🏼great to hear!!! I’m going into my 4th week of recovery and just trying to be patient as I’m still feeling discomfort and pain. God willing I heal completely too
Btw, you should do pelvic floor exercises on your channel or do you have any you recommend on here? I’m only doing the breathing exercises and some kegels for now as I’m scared to cause more pain.
@@EnochnKale I completely understand. Yes, I have a private playlist that I use for my personal pelvic floor workouts of videos created by other TH-camrs but I’ll post my favs here. I actually found that doing more low back and core strengthening exercises gave me the most relief though. I also had to use a pelvic floor tool to relax the muscles in my pelvic floor. That was really awkward because it’s like a vibrator but it worked. The physical therapist taught me how to use it. I no longer need it. So it was just a short period of doing something out of my comfort zone.
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How are you now after hysterectomy
A year post hysterectomy and things are great! It took a few months to heal but I have been happier in this last year than I had been for a couple of years. Living without pain is so glorious. It was one of the best decision that I have ever made. Now that I don’t have constant pain I’m a better version of myself, better mom, better wife and a better teacher. I suffered from depression as a result of constantly being in pain and it seemed like very shortly after the surgery the clouds cleared and I was able to truly feel good. Not having a period has also been amazing. I do want to note that a great deal of my healing did come from attending PT for pelvic floor dysfunction. It was awkward but definitely helped me. Thanks for asking and good luck to you in your recovery if you plan to have a hysterectomy.
Ok so I was having a fine time with BMs while recovering in the hospital… but now that I’m home…. 🦗 🦗 🤦🏼♀️
I’m so sorry friend. You know what really helped me… I drank pineapple juice with miralax mixed in it. Usually just pineapple juice alone will do the trick but after surgery I definitely needed the miralax too. Another, thing that I find helps is drinking Ryze coffee (mushroom coffee) with oatmilk and honey. Works every time.
I’m 12 hrs post op an it’s no joke lord help me
Aw friend I know your pain. I’ll pray for your healing tonight. You will get through this. Do whatever keeps you the most comfortable. Just rest. Stay on top of your ibuprofen and Tylenol even if your pain seems mild because as soon it’s out of your system your pain will return. Use the belly support band for as long as you need, it really does help. Heat and ice are your best friends. I used everything in this video and it helped me a lot. The only thing I didn’t use for long is the wedge pillow for under my legs. After 2 weeks I found that it bothered my knee. Just be gentle and kind to yourself and let God do the rest.
Those were not periods that was something else
The good news is I’m period free now 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾