Removal of Uterus (Vaginal Hysterectomy)

Re: vaginal hysterectomy (removal of uterus)

hi

Its completely safe and if its thru vagina and laproscopy method it is TOTAL wherein fallopian tubes and ovaries also will be removed thru key hole procedure to avoid any complications / malignancy later. No pain except for the external wounds. Just max 3 days stay at the hospital. First day only liquid food, second day onwards any food is fine. Its painless and the surgery is done thru aneasthesia.

Pain killers and antibiotics are injected thru the drips, so nothing to worry. Within a fortnight one can do their routines, not lifting heavy things, avoiding strenuous travels etc. upto one month.

No body contact with DH and no swimming for 3 months strictly.

Laproscopic method is the best and the easiest with no risk involved if the surgeon is experienced and efficient.

Good luck n Best Regards
Shanti

 

Re: vaginal hysterectomy (removal of uterus)

Hi Karti

You are most welcome.

If its thru Laparoscopic method, no need for any....... she can easily be on her own. If someone can cook, do other household chores thats more than enough. No need for any nurse/ayaah or any. She will have light pain in the urinal passage while passing urine for few days that's all. She should not constipate as if you struggle to pass the stool she will have pain in the lower abdomen. So docs give antacid liquid for easy motion passing. She can take lots of juice, curd, soups etc. post surgery.

Rgds
Shanti

 

Hi Ykarti
I had an aunt who too underwent this operation. I had a discussion with her.
A vaginal hysterectomy involves removal of cervix, uterus, one or both ovaries and fallopian tubes. Hysterectomy can also be done through abdominal surgery. But vaginal hysterectomy is preferred because it causes less trauma for the patient. Vaginal hysterectomy means that the uterus etc are removed through an incision in the vagina. Laparoscopic surgery means that the surgeon will drill small holes in the abdomen for surgical instruments and camera etc.
There is nothing to worry provided the doctor is competent and has previous experience of such surgeries. It is best to go in for laparoscopic surgeries. This will mean fewer days spent in hospitals and quicker recoveries.
I am not a medical person of course and your surgeon is the best guide.

 

Hi
I agree with what Sushma has said. I would like to add a few lines as per your queries.
1. This surgery may involve removal of ovaries and fallopian tubes.
2. This is a major surgery. The doctor can opt for either abdominal surgery (removal of the uterus through the abdominal incisions) or vaginal surgery ( removal of the uterus through an incision in the Vaginal wall). Obviously there is likely to be some pain and the doctor will give you pain relief medication. You can expect vaginal bleeding and will have to use sanitary napkins for some time.
3.Recovery is quite fast for laparscopic surgery. You should feel better within two weeks.
You should not lift heavy weights after the surgery. It is best to avoid vaginal sex for a period of six weeks after the surgery.
4.There is a chance that during the surgery, depending on the condition of the patient, especially in case of cancer patients, that the surgeon opts for abdominal surgery. You may ask the surgeon whether abdominal surgery can be ruled out in case of your aunt.
All the best for your aunt's surgery.

 

HI

My mom had uterus removal operation 4 days back... It was Laproscopic operation, and she told it was totally pain
less and she was un concious and had no clue that operation was done..

After 2days, she's now able 2 walk slowly.. 1 month of bed rest, before resuming to regular house hold chores.

PS: i know its old post, but hoping some new IL finds this info in search.

 

Hey all

Even my mom has recovered now, Infact Doctor has asked her to walk for 30mins
and resume with house hold work, but i have asked her to take rest for 1 more week
(2 weeks from operation day) but just do little walking at home.. She is better now....