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Bad Cramps 2 Days Post Hysterectomy
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12-31-2015, 08:22 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 25
Hysterectomy: December 29th, 2015
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Bad Cramps 2 Days Post Hysterectomy
Hello my dear sisters.... I am about to end day 2 post open and te past hour I have been cramping something bad. They feel like painful period cramps that around into my back.
I'm still taking the perocet every 4 hours, stool softeners and lots of water.... still no BM. Is it possible it's just constipation? Even before the surfery I didn't go regularly... maybe every 3 days or so.
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12-31-2015, 08:27 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 1,570
Hysterectomy: July 15th, 2014
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: Cramps
Welcome to the other side!
You are more than likely just experiencing gas pains. I was in hospital for 4 days/nights and the discomfort from the gas started on Day 2. I didn't have my first BM until I got home on Day 5. There is a light at the end of the tunnel as you will feel better in the days to come.
Happy New Year
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01-01-2016, 02:45 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 16
Hysterectomy: December 9th, 2015
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Bad Cramps 2 Days Post Hysterectomy
Gas pains are the worst post op! During a gas pain, I am not able to move, talk, etc. I have to wait until the pain subsides. Keep taking the stool softeners and drinking water. It gets better!
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01-01-2016, 08:55 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 2,158
Hysterectomy: December 16th, 2015
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Bad Cramps 2 Days Post Hysterectomy
It sounds like gas. Make sure you are getting up every hour and walking around for 5 minutes or so (not much more than that!) it really helps move the gas out. Also - be good to yourself and take your pain meds as prescribed. There is absolutely no prize for suffering in pain! Drink, drink, drink water and make sure you are peeing!
It gets better. Hang in there!
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01-01-2016, 10:48 AM
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Posts: 8,056
Hysterectomy: April 14th, 2015
Surgery Type: LSH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Bad Cramps 2 Days Post Hysterectomy
In addition to regular movement to get the gas out, try peppermint tea or fennel seeds, and avoid gassy foods; that includes legumes, onions, cabbage and its relatives, cucumbers, melons, pears, and artificial sweeteners. For the constipation, in addition to regular walks and peppermint tea, try supplementing your diet with magnesium; food sources include leafy greens, whole grains, nuts and seeds, and dark chocolate. Try making a smoothie with almond milk, cherries, spinach, and ground flaxseeds; that's what got things moving for me. Best wishes for your continued recovery!
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