TLH / davinci / 6/01/12

Hi all!
I'm new here. I had a TLH using the davinci robotic system on 6/01/12. I was able to keep my ovaries although my doc removed 2 cysts from the right ovary during the procedure. I have suffered from excessive bleeding and endometriosis for the last 5 years with periods lasting 2 to 3 weeks per month. At one point I bled and spotted almost continuously for six months. I've had d&c's, tried all the meds, and was close to having to receive blood transfusions for low h&h counts. When I was given the choice of ablation or TLH, I chose the latter. I am 32 years old and could not face dealing with these problems for so many more years to come. I am so happy with my decision and am feeling wonderful after the procedure. I guess I'm looking for a little recovery advice from those who have been there. I look forward to hearing from many of you. Thanks for reading

Hi! Sounds like you have a great attitude about your situation. I wish you luck in your recovery. Rest, relax, and do what feels right. Also, laugh every day - humor has been a blessing for me over the last week (along with marathons of the real housewives).

I had mine on may 23rd but lost both my ovaries. I'm 29. I'm off all pain meds even Motrin. I notice discomfort at times looking stuff but not too bad. My biggest issue is that I'm EXHAUSTED!!! I feel like I could sleep all day! Yet I'm not sleeping well at all.
Overall I'd say my recovery has been pretty easy. The first week was the hardest. Week 2 has been easier for sure.
Good luck! I'm glad your at peace with your decision. That's great! I was 100% sure when I went into OR but have had second thoughts since. Too late now tho.

Thanks ladies! I must admit that I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that I'm never going to have menstrual bleeding ever again...I can't even imagine what my life is going to be like !!

I also had DaVinci on June 1st. kept both my ovaries, but Dr also removed some cysts that were on them as well. I am feeling really really good. I have never had any pain since I woke up from surgery, no gas pains, and no nausea. I have already had 3 totally painless Bm's as well. I am still taking the Naproxen for the swelling. I am up walking several times a day, I have already done a 3 hr ride in the truck, I am just being really careful not to lift anything!! I dont care how light, I am not doing any bending and no lifting. I have not had one drop of bleeding since I woke up from surgery either. I am so very well pleased with the way things are going.

You ladies sound like you are all off to a great start! Remember to rest, rest, and rest some more! Hope your recoveries continue to be as smooth as they started.