During a hysterectomy the uterus is removed by the surgeon. The operation is usually recommended when other options have failed to relieve the symptoms the individual woman is experiencing. The different kinds of hysterectomy include removal of just the uterus, removal of the uterus and the cervix or the ovaries and tubes might be removed as well.
By far the most common reason for needing a hysterectomy is menstrual problems in an older woman. Other reasons include pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, prolapse of the uterus, problems during pregnancy or childbirth and some cancers. Ask the doctor for the reasons he has recommended a hysterectomy.
You may have a vaginal or an abdominal hysterectomy. Patients who have a vaginal procedure usually recover faster and experience less pain because there has been no incision and therefore no stitches. This hysterectomy method is not suitable for all women and her condition and level of general health are taken into consideration.
You should be prepared for some pain after the surgery, particularly if you had an abdominal hysterectomy. Usually a catheter is inserted during a hysterectomy and stays in place for the first day or two to help drain urine and pain medication will be given to relief discomfort.
For the first day or two after your operation, you will remain in bed but then will be helped to get up and walk around. Walking reduces the risk of blood clots forming in the legs. Vaginal hysterectomy patients are usually discharged after 3 or 4 days but abdominal hysterectomy patients have a hospital stay of up to one week.
Your body needs time to heal so make sure you allow at least six weeks, maybe eight, to regain your strength. During this time, you should rest and lifting, stretching and heavy housework.
You can expect some symptoms during your recovery. You can expect some discharge and bleeding from the vagina after your hysterectomy, but you should see your doctor if it continues. Menopause symptoms are not uncommon after having had a hysterectomy, but they should ease after a few days. These symptoms include sweating, hot flashes, anxiety, confusion and teariness. If your menopause symptoms continue for longer, you may be a candidate for hormone replacement therapy or HRT.
Your libido will not be adversely affected by having a hysterectomy. vaginal lubricants help to remove any discomfort of vaginal dryness which is common after the ovaries are removed. You will be advised to avoid sex for around six weeks after your surgery, because the body needs this time to heal properly.
Any emotional symptoms you feel after your surgery will be short-lived. After a hysterectomy, most women feel so much stronger physically, that the symptoms don’t last for very long. You doctor will be able to help you deal with any lasting issues. A physicians can always give you good information on hysterectomy recovery, Total Abdominal Hysterectomy and Supracervical Hysterectomy.
After a few eeks at home, start going for a short walk to regain fitness and maintain your normal weight. Make sure you start off slowly and then gradually lengthen your walks in time or distance. Make sure to keep the exercise manageable and it will help you recover faster and more completely. Recovery from a hysterectomy cannot be rushed; you will be tired and you need the full recovery period to regain your strength.
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