31 yrs. old...hyst. scheduled Jan. 21

I am 31 years old, yesterday my hysterectomy was scheduled for Jan 21. I probably will not have to have the large incision, but they will use a scope. My ovaries will be left. I have fibroid tumors. Bleeding about 26 days out of the month. I am looking forward to the lack of bleeding...but was wondering..
1.) will I be bleeding after surgery?
2.) what is the recovery time?
I would appreciate any input on these questions, or just information in general from those who've been here.

I had an lavh/bso and I am also 31. You can read my story on the LAVH board.

Bleeding-- I had spotting for about a week
Recovery--- I was back to work in less than 2 weeks

I appreciate the input, I hope I do as well!

Hey , I hope you do well too. It nis hard for us to imagine what it will be like and helpful to read so many differing experiences but the best bit of advice I have had to date is to remember it is your recovery and take you time.

Take Care

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Originally Posted by kittykatkraze I am 31 years old, yesterday my hysterectomy was scheduled for Jan 21. I probably will not have to have the large incision, but they will use a scope. My ovaries will be left. I have fibroid tumors. Bleeding about 26 days out of the month. I am looking forward to the lack of bleeding...but was wondering.. 1.) will I be bleeding after surgery? 2.) what is the recovery time? I would appreciate any input on these questions, or just information in general from those who've been here.

Hi i am five weeks post op. I had a TAH, i had a small amount of bleeding the first week and havent had any since.
I feel great today. It has taken a good four weeks. I did what i was told plenty of rest, lots of water and walking.
I hope this helps.

Hello please do not listen to all the awful stories from friends and neighbors. I felt so much better the very next day really. I had bleeding day 1 after the operation and that was it. I wanted to scream I was so happy. I had very heavy bleeding since March and was on so much meds.. Yesterday was my 4th week I am driving, thinking, (I had a stroke and 2 seizure because of all the blood loss) so thinking was difficult.I am so very happy I did it. The ladies on this board helped me so much! That is what we all try and do here. Do not be afraid to call the doctors office and ask questions I did I am so happy I did. Make a list and call the office.

All the replies have helped SO much. I am scared and unsure, but SO ready to quit bleeding and feeling bad.
My heart is greatful for the encouragement. I am making my list of questions for the dr.
So many Thanks!!!

That is what we are all here for!

I hope your recovery goes well. There are plenty of recovery stories here. And I feel you have come to the right place for support from fellow sisters.

Remember that each person is different and while procedures may be similiar, peoples experience and bodies may not be. However, gaining insight and info and other peoples stories will give you an indication and endless support is available from our hystersisters.