Hi
I had my TAH Nov 16nth for the purpose of removing my 20lb fibroid. Took out cervix and uterus. Kept my ovaries.
Had complications 2nd week with blockage and bowls shutting down.
Was back in the hospital for 8 days.
So glad I had this surgery done. I feel great although with the pain of
Healing and the set back I know there were moments when I wished I never had this procedure done. I know it was the right decision. My Gyn had me
Come back for a visit Dec 19nth and basically had me lie down on the table
And checked my vertical incision. She told me considering what I had been through I had been healing very well.
I even saw. Photo of my Fibroid and cervix which she took out in her iPhone
But was not allowed to have a copy
Of. Against doctors rules. She basically
Mentioned no sex, yet. Fine by me although its been pretty hard on my husband
. I have been fortunate that my husband and kids have been able
To give a hand through this. Doctors instructions on papers are to not lift anything for 12 weeks. Also it's noted that I would be required to go on modified duties with a possible extension if required. I work as a full time produce clerk and my job is basically all
Heavily lifting. Although I have never been afraid to handle heavily lifting
Or receiving loads and pulling 20
Skids of product off the truck by myself
To our back room and work them, even
Putting loads away in cooler or on shelves,I have to say I'm not sure if I'm ready to go back to work yet. I'm worried about how I'm going to feel physically
And emotionally. What if I hurt myself?
Will be covered on short term disability or
Workmans comp? How soar will I be afterwards? How tired will I be? I know what I can handle here at home and there are still days were my abdominal muscles
Get soar including my belly and I
Still get the shakes as if my body is telling
Me its weak and to sit down and take a
Break you've over done it! Not sure what to tell my doctor tomorrow in case she
Feels I'm ready to go back.
Confused and worried
.