cervix cancer

I have a 3 mm tumor in the cervix, my hysterectomy will take place the 24th of September.

I am very scared of the operation as last year when I had my only son by c-section I had a lot of pain, it took ages to recover and I still (1 year later) have a "bump" in the belly and it is still sensitive.

For all those reasons I would like to knoz how big is the scar, is it very painfull to get up of bed and walk, how long until I can lift my one year old son?

Isabel,

First let me say I am so sorry about your tumor. I trust that this surgery will provide full healing from that.

I had an abdominal hysterectomy 11 weeks ago. My horizontal incision (bikini cut) is about 8 inches long. Yes it hurt, but not as bad as I expected! Getting up and down was hard the first week or so and then got easier. I spent most of my time in the recliner -- much easier than getting out of bed. However, MAKE yourself get up and walk -- you'll regret it if you don't (scar tissue and more pain).

I don't know how much your baby weighs, but I wasn't allowed to lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk for 6 weeks (and for the first 2 I couldn't even lift that much). However, some of the ladies with kids may be able to give you alternative suggestions. I don't know if it's wise to have someone else place him in your arms after you're sitting or not. Ladies?

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Good luck with your surgery. The waiting IS the worst part ... really.

Rosa

First let me say how sorry I am to hear of your tumor, and to remind you that this surgery is going to be the best thing ever for you.

I to just had a tah/bso and I am only 7days post-op. I had two c-sections, and that is where they put my incision this time. But my Dr. also fixed my lump in my old incision as well. So I am real excited to see the new look.

You will do fine , and you will heal faster then you think, but not that you can get up and do things, but fast enough to where you will be able to be home quickly and recover there.

As for holding your son, well maybe after you are feeling stronger, you could put a pillow over your tummy, and someone could sit near you while you give your baby some TLC. The pillow will make you feel more secure that the baby won't be able to hurt the incision area. Just don't lean to pick him up, have someone lift him to you, to give you his sweet baby kisses.

Again, your going to do fine, and the fear of cancer is almost over for you. Don't over do it and rest. The more rest and TLC you get the faster you will feel better.