6 days post hysterectomy: 2 questions - wonky vision and odor

I have worn reading glasses for awhile but it has never been an absolute necessity. If I forgot them I could still read just fine, usually I didn't wear them. Ever since surgery I need my glasses tough. My computer screen is hard to read and when I look at my fingernails I can't see the fine details?

Also (and this is embarrassing) I have an odor down there. I had LAVH with bladder sling. I am showering everyday and have some discharge. Is this just because of stiches and healing?

I am sorry I don't know about the odor but agree the vision has hampered me the last five days. Headaches are becoming worse and tired contacts and glasses to no avail. I hope someone has a better idea. I stopped taking pain meds thinking it was from that but still not good.

Hormone fluctuations and medication can affect vision! It did mine for sure, but only for a few weeks. It took me about two weeks after i went back to work before my contacts were comfortable all day too. My eye dr recommended waiting at least 8 weeks after surgery, unless the changes are significant or you have dark spots. And def let them know if ovaries were removed, hormone changes def affect vision.

I had a bit of an odor down there too. Nothing horrible or "fishy" but I got checked at 2 weeks in case it was a vaginal infection. Doctor said it was stitches dissolving which can produce a discharge and funky smell. I would check with your doctor if it starts to get worse or bothers you.

I am glad you gave a response for this. I didn't think about stitches causing odor. Hope everyone is on the mend and starts feeling better soon.

I had an odor too which may have been normal or not. Right after I posted asking about it I found out I had a UTI. If it persists I would look into it. As for vision, I had my ovaries removed 8 weeks ago and my close-up vision has declined significantly. I now need bifocals according to my eye dr. I wear readers too but could go without them as well but now I must wear them.

Many of us experience an odor down below as we heal. It may be stitches dissolving and the smell of old blood. For me it wasn't a bad smell, but different and stronger. It lasted about 2 weeks and was gone. I had a similar smell in my mouth when I had my wisdom teeth removed. I was concerned so saw my doctor and she checked inside and all was well. Please note that any foul odor should be reported to your doctor, as it could mean infection.
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