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01-14-2013, 06:46 PM
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Posts: 31
Hysterectomy: January 3rd, 2013
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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stairs
I have seen multiple posts on walking immediately. I haven't seen a post on when to start tackling stairs. I am on the third floor then have another two levels in my condo. I use the stairs inside the condo but limit walking outside because of the stairs. My neighbor has been walking my dog In order for me to avoid the stairs and any pulling. Is it too soon for me to walk outside with my dog multiple times a day? Its now day 12.
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01-14-2013, 08:16 PM
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Posts: 734
Hysterectomy: January 7th, 2013
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: stairs
Ugh that is a lot of stairs!! I am on day 6 and have 3 outside steps .. And i do them slowly. I would check with your doc and definately before you tackle them with your dog .. Try them on your own.
I am thankful that the poodles have been coming back after i let them out on their own ..with no fenced yard and a lot of mountain!!! And have been sweet and gente and not jumped on my tummy!!
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01-14-2013, 08:27 PM
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Posts: 110
Hysterectomy: January 7th, 2013
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: stairs
I have had no problems with stairs from day one, knowing that i have not been going up/down stairs more than 2-3 times a day now (day 7) and was only doing it once per day the first week. I was surprised that there was no pain with stairs. I also have a 3 level townhome.
I think you need to follow your own body. I have had a harder time with standing (cooking, dishes) than anything else.
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01-14-2013, 08:38 PM
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Posts: 18
Hysterectomy: January 10th, 2013
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Re: stairs
I have been doing stairs since day 2 when I got home. Just pace yourself. Good luck!
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01-14-2013, 08:54 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 117
Hysterectomy: December 18th, 2012
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: stairs
Doc told me stairs were fine.
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01-14-2013, 11:19 PM
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Posts: 97
Hysterectomy: December 8th, 2012
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: stairs
I was told no stairs for the first two weeks.
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01-15-2013, 12:18 AM
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Posts: 8
Hysterectomy: January 8th, 2013
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: stairs
I was worried about stairs but have had no trouble with them whatsoever. The dog is a different story. I'm staying with a friend am so grateful to her and her family. They've been walking my 11 month old GSD who unfortunately still pulls like crazy while on the leash. I just wasn't well enough to train him this past year. Honestly, I could move home and take care of myself ok, I think, except for caring for him. And I don't want to leave him behind while I recuperate.
Right there you have it. My #1 surgery issue.
And coughing, can't forget that. Ugh.
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01-15-2013, 06:34 AM
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Posts: 48
Hysterectomy: November 27th, 2012
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: stairs
I tackled stairs the day 3, i was feeling quite well. I haven't had any problem, just go at your own pace, for 6 weeks.
good luck
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01-15-2013, 06:48 AM
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Posts: 31
Hysterectomy: January 3rd, 2013
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: stairs
Thanks to all for your input. My sister was here the first week and took good care of me and my dog. I am fine going out on my own. My neighbor has been walking my dog. I decided to walk him yesterday and he pulled once. It just made me realize that I am not ready to care for him yet.
Day 13 and I am hanging in there. I don't know what I would do without this site. Your all awesome!
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01-15-2013, 06:54 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 224
Hysterectomy: December 26th, 2012
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: stairs
Wow, that's a LOT of stairs. I don't think I could do that many at once even now, day 20. I'd have to stop at each landing to rest.
How much does your dog weigh? I'm scared to even take mine out and she's only 15 pounds. But she's a puppy and pulls a LOT right now. Luckily, we have a fenced-in yard, so all I have to do is open the door for her. LOL
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