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Laparoscopic, what to expect...
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12-24-2008, 07:20 AM
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Posts: 2,055
Hysterectomy: January 5th, 2009
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Laparoscopic, what to expect...
Glad your feeling so well. It is incredible what they do these days.
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12-24-2008, 08:36 AM
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Posts: 184
Hysterectomy: December 1st, 2008
Surgery Type: LSH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Laparoscopic, what to expect...
As far as the nausea goes, I have that problem with anesthesia too. They did give me anti-nausea medicine and it didn't work that well. It knocked me flat, I threw up anyway some time after I came to again, and I felt it would have been better to let my body do its thing, but it depends on the individual.
As for the belly button, this my second lap surgery. I had problems with the belly button incision after the first one. This time it has healed very well and looks like a natural fold of skin, except for a piece of the original scar at the bottom.
I bled for a couple of weeks after the surgery. They cauterized my cervix and at the moment it's too soon to tell whether it's going to work. I hope so.
It's my understanding that the internal stuff doesn't hurt with LSH and I've found that to be the case.
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12-30-2008, 09:41 PM
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LAVH / LSH Partial HYST, I have questions?
I was suppose to have the surgery today but I got really scared and cancelled yesterday. I need some advice from you;ll that have been through it. I am suppose to have Laproscopic Assisted Vaginal Hyst and Dr was only going to take my uterus. I am worried about the after effects of this surgery like my flat stomach how would that be affected? Also would I feel any menopause effects after surgery even if I keep my one ovary? And what about the sexual effects, is that different? Is the orgasim different or do you even have one any more? I hope some one out there can help me with some answers. I chose to have this done because every month during my period I'm in so much pain sometimes I can't get out of bed, I'm not bleeding alot its more painful than anything, I wonder if the ablation would work for me.
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12-30-2008, 10:19 PM
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Posts: 4,793
Hysterectomy: April 22nd, 2004
Surgery Type: LSH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Laparoscopic, what to expect...
For: Dallas#11
Being scared is very normal...so do not feel alone!! We Hyster Sisters are here to help if we can.
I had never had a surgery before my hyst...and I was like...yikes. The not-knowing what would happen during surgery really scared me before my hyst. For me..waiting for surgery was the hardest part.
In my opinion, the LAVH (Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hyst) is an excellent surgery type. I had a LSH...which is a sister hyst to the LAVH, the surgery type you are looking at. The LAVH is a little different from the LSH...since the cervix is removed with the uterus with the LAVH and not with the LSH.
With my stomach...it got flatter after my hyst. In pre-op, I had a poofy stomach due to my fibroids. I did have swelly belly for approx. 10 days post-op. That can be a normal side effect of a laparoscopic hyst.
As far as menopause with one ovary...I kept my ovaries and they are still working great. I had my hyst four years ago now. You can search the boards and there are always ladies sharing their stories of having a hyst and leaving one ovary. With any hyst type, there can be the chance of sleeping ovaries in post-op. The ovaries can sometimes go to sleep for awhile due to the trauma of surgery. Generally, ladies can sometimes report sleeping ovaries for several weeks in post-op. In my case, I did not have them.
For me...sex has been really good in post-op. Not having fibroids and no more periods..has really benefited me. That being said....I am sure some LAVH ladies can share their experiences also.
Hope that helps.
Sending best wishes~
Mary
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12-31-2008, 07:52 AM
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Laparoscopic, what to expect...
Thank you so much for replying, you are heping to calm my nerves. I will hopefully get info from other sisters. Thanks
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12-31-2008, 09:36 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 2,055
Hysterectomy: January 5th, 2009
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Laparoscopic, what to expect...
Hi Dallas #11
Sounds like you were right in postponing your surgery. You still have a lot of questions to sort through. I'll try to help you with some from what I have learned recently.
Your stomach should not be affected by a LAVH the incisions are small (~1/4") and disruption to muscles are minimal.
As far as sex research doesn't find any marked differences. You may need lubrication or if you experienced uterine orgasm you no longer have a uterus so the sensation may be different. From postings it seems sex sometimes can be different but not necessarily in a negative way.
Ovaries - you said you were only having your uterus/cervix removed? There are many posting regarding removal of one or both ovaries. They will quickly bring you up to speed.
If you keep your ovaries your hormones will not be affected with exception to 'sleepy ovaries'
Uterine ablation can be effective in reducing heavy menstruation but not reliable in reducing pain.
You said:
I chose to have this done because every month during my period I'm in so much pain sometimes I can't get out of bed, I'm not bleeding alot its more painful than anything, I wonder if the ablation would work for me.
That raises a lot of questions for me. I'm going to ask them but do not feel as if you need to answer them. May a few will help you make your decision.
How old are you?
What is your overall health?
Do you have any chronic health problems?
Is your family complete?
Are your periods regular?
How many days do they last? Are they always the same duration?
How do you define volume of flow?
Do you ever experience bleeding after sex?
Do you ever experience mid-cycle bleeding?
Where is your pain?
How long have you been feeling menstrual pain?
Do you have pain with sex?
Do you have pain at any other point of your cycle? Such as with ovulation?
How long do you feel the pain during your period?
Does the pain affect your daily activities? If some how often? For how long?
work activities? " "
social acitivies? " "
Has the pain progressively worsened?
When did these problems begin?
Have you had a full physical examination by a GP or equivelant?
Have you had a full examination by gynecologist including pelvic exam?
Have you seen other disciplines to rule out gastro, neuro, ortho, immune etc?
What tests have you had done?
PAP smear?
STD culture
Urine test
Abdominal ultrasound
Vaginal ultrasound
X-Ray
CAT Scan
MRI
What procedures have you had?
Uterine biopsy
Hysterscopy
D&C
Diagnostic Laproscopy
Colonoscopy?
What is your diagnosis? Based upon what testing was your diagnosis arrived at?
Have you had a second opinion?
What other medical treatments have you tried?
NSAID
OTC pain relievers
Birth Control Pills
GrN Hormone treatment
What are your goals for the hysterectomy?
What are your doctors goals for the hysterectomy?
It will alleviate the bleeding due to no uterus but can the doctor tell you the hysterectomy would resolve your pain?
Overall with the exception of Cancer diagnosis a hysterectomy is considered an elective procedure and usually the procedure of last resort? The newer surgical techniques have made initial recovery easier but the fact they are removing organs has not changed.
This decision to have a hysterectomy is personal, the results are not guaranteed, there is always the chance of complications and unwanted side-effects. All the factors must be considered and weighed against your personal situation. As it has been said on this forum before "each of us have our own breaking point". What is manageable for some is not for others, we need to make our own choices. To make that choice we need to be informed.
I hope I have not overwhelmed or upset you in any way. If you were truly prepared for a hysterectomy you should be able to answer all of these questions.
You are fortunate to be in a situation where it seems you have the option to wait and research. This will allow you to make the right choices for your care.
Good Luck and have a great day?
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12-31-2008, 10:09 AM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 41
Hysterectomy: December 3rd, 2008
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Laparoscopic, what to expect...
I had laprascopic surgery and my uterus and two fibroids removed. My uterus was the size of a cantaloupe instead of an orange so nice to have it gone. For nausea they gave me a patch behind my ear and it worked great...my vision was little blurry but worth it. I usually get really sick after surgery but this time I didn't. I was just really sleep the first day. The worst part for me was the CO2 for about 15 minutes the first night. The sooner you can get out of the bed the better. Have a nurse walk with you the first night. They used glue on my incisions that slowely over time came off. I am 4 weeks today and my incisions are completely healed...just have a little more healing to do inside.
I feel better. The surgery has helped my bladder and colon function better, my low back aches seem to be gone, no birth control pills along with the water weight and elevated blood pressure, not tired from endometriosis, my pants fit better without the fibroids and I will enjoy not having painful periods.
Good luck with your surgery. It was worth it in my case. Doctors don't recommend surgery unless it is really needed.
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