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What's the deal with these doctors?
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03-24-2010, 03:48 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 172
Hysterectomy: March 5th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
Were those specific to da Vinci hysterectomy or just a general da Vinci surgery? Because I am two and a half weeks post op after da Vinci and am no where near ready for regular activities. I am in very little pain, but when I overdo (which doesn't take much) I hurt and get very tired easily.
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03-24-2010, 03:51 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 13
Hysterectomy: February 18th, 2010
Surgery Type: SAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
I don't want to get into a healthcare in America debate but there is a reason that most of our "sisters" in Europe that I have seen posting here have 5 days inpatient and 12 weeks recovery. I have had 5 abdominal surgeries if you include my C-Section. I don't care what the procedure is surgery is surgery, it's invasive and traumatic to the body and 2 weeks is not enough time to recover and resume business as usual. Please ladies put yourself first now. You won't have the ability to rest later. For those that are temp or contract employees you have to do what you have to do. I have been there. Take it as easy as you possibly can.
You guys be blessed!
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03-24-2010, 03:59 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 14
Hysterectomy: February 19th, 2010
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
Hystersisters recommends on their site a 2 - 4 week recovery for a Davinci hysterectomy. Interestingly enough, it is the same recovery period for a supracervical laproscopic surgery which is exactly what I had. I could have never returned to work in two weeks - it would have been the worst thing for me personally and I don't know why women would want to risk it. I am in week five of recovery and will not go back to full activity until week six. Many go back at eight weeks just to be on the safe side. Recovery is key for long term success with this surgery. I would rather listen to the women on this website from experience versus the company that is selling the Davinci method.
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03-24-2010, 04:36 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 294
Hysterectomy: March 13th, 2009
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
I had LSH kept ovaries. My doctor told me it was still a 4-6 week recovery. I found out she was RIGHT. She said even though there were only 3 small incisions on the outside, the work and healing is the same on the inside.
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03-24-2010, 04:45 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 16
Hysterectomy: February 10th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
I had the DaVinci and took 4 weeks off from work. I recommend the full month. Even though my pain was gone for the most part - I had no energy to speak of. Today is my 6 week mark and I am finally feeling like I have some energy.
I recommend asking for more time up front and then going back early if you feel like it. Better to have more time approved then less.
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03-24-2010, 04:57 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 64
Hysterectomy: January 26th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
I had a daVinci hysterectomy and BSO and lymph nodes removed and was back at work at 3 weeks. I will say that I worked at home the entire first week, went back to the office the second week, decided it was too soon, worked at home the third week, and have been back in the office ever since. The only thing I wasn't ready for was going back to the office at 4 weeks - had I just worked at home the entire time I would have been just fine.
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03-24-2010, 05:05 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 397
Hysterectomy: October 1st, 2008
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
Let's face it, ladies. The 'professionals' that have written the guidelines are probably men. Sure, from a physical standpoint alone, MAYBE you'd be capable of returning to normal activities in 2-3 weeks; however, a hysterectomy is a very personal and emotional procedure as well. Not only are we dealing with the physical pain and recovery, we are adjusting to our new selves. So much changes with a hysterectomy, and it all needs to be taken into consideration. Bottom line is, if your doctor says you're ready to go back to work, and you truly do not feel that you are, SPEAK UP! Yes, the doctor went to school and has read all the textbooks, but you are the only one who really knows how you're feeling and what you're capable of.
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03-24-2010, 05:18 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 172
Hysterectomy: March 5th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
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Originally Posted by Disney Diva
Let's face it, ladies. The 'professionals' that have written the guidelines are probably men. Sure, from a physical standpoint alone, MAYBE you'd be capable of returning to normal activities in 2-3 weeks; however, a hysterectomy is a very personal and emotional procedure as well. Not only are we dealing with the physical pain and recovery, we are adjusting to our new selves. So much changes with a hysterectomy, and it all needs to be taken into consideration. Bottom line is, if your doctor says you're ready to go back to work, and you truly do not feel that you are, SPEAK UP! Yes, the doctor went to school and has read all the textbooks, but you are the only one who really knows how you're feeling and what you're capable of.
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I can't agree more!
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03-24-2010, 05:49 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 55
Hysterectomy: February 19th, 2010
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
i agree, im 4 wks post lavh and i was off work for a full month and i am only able to work 7 or 8 hrs. my regular work schedule is 4 tens. my stomach started burning near the incision sites and i was so tired i could barely drive home and i have an hour drive to work. wish i could have taken 6 wks but i need a paycheck. short term disability is a hassle and i work in ultrasound at a hospital. they don't care about you, they care about the money theyr'e making.
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03-24-2010, 05:50 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 28
Hysterectomy: February 12th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: What's the deal with these doctors?
I had the Davinci surgery... went back to work part time at 3 weeks. I would recommend taking at least 4 weeks off. I am now almost 6 weeks and am just now getting back enough energy to stay the whole day at work (desk job). I recommend taking more than you need, then if you feel really good, you can go back early or just part time.
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