TVH: need to know what ti expect

Im having a TVH And i was hoping that other sisters out there that has had the same done, can you please give me information on what the expect?

No matter what surgery we all had we all experienced the gas. Lol. Best advise is to walk and talk Gasx

Everyone is different. Everyone's body reacts differently, so what one person experiences doesn't mean the same will happen/won't happen to you.

I had my TVH this past Monday. Best decision I ever made. While in the hospital, I took Demerol twice and Tylenol 3 IV three times. Since leaving and coming home, I've only taken Ibuprofen. I do have script for Vicodin, but haven't used it so far. I also have a high pain tolerance, so this could be a factor.

My major complaint would be the gas pains. Not from the CO2, since none was used, but gas pains from the bowels waking up. I can feel the bubbles rumble along, and it gets pretty sharp at times, almost like a stomach virus.

One advantage to a TVH is there is no abdominal incision. This makes getting up down a bit easier. Also not as bad when you cough. I had my gall bladder out in April last year. I have 4 lap scars on my stomach. When I would cough, they would burn and feel like they were ripping apart. Also made it more difficult for me getting up out of a chair.

For me, my TVH was a much easier surgery than my laprascopic gall bladder surgery last year. I still have to watch what I do and let myself heal, it just doesn't hurt as bad to me.

I had my TVH in July of 2011.Best decision I could have made for myself!I got my life back!As far as post-op,everyone heals different.I have to agree with the walking and gas ex.LOTS of water also helps with the gas.My pain was very minimal after my TVH,considering I was in constant pain for a few years prior.I had pain meds once after surgery and was up out of bed within a few hours.Hugs to all you ladies and good luck in your upcoming recoveries