Total Vaginal Hyst 8/20/09

Hi guys. I had a a TVH 8/20/09 due to heavy bleeding, bleeding between periods and pain. The surgery went very well and the Dr was able to leave both ovaries in. I had surgery at 1230 on Thursday and was able to leave the hospital by 200 on Friday. The only thing that surprised me was that I had incredible pain upon waking up in the recovery room. It was all in my lower abdomen/pelvic area and felt like very severe cramping. Once they were able to get that pain under control things were not so bad.

In the hospital I took Dilaudid and Toradol(similar to Motrin) but through the IV. This was a wonderful drug since I could not eat/drink anything due to nausea that first night. In the morning I transitioned to vicodin and motrin and was able to eat and drink. I was able to urinate fine and finally had a bowel movement on day 4. I have a very small amount of vaginal bleeding, and the hardest thing to remember is to rest and take it easy. I do notice a significant increase in pelvic pain and pressure after I have been on my feet alot around the house. Today is kind of rough. But I am just taking it easy today and spending a lot of time on the couch.

I would say that waiting for the surgery was the hardest part. Also I did not know until I woke up if she had to take the ovaries. But I know in the long run the surgery is the best thing and am so relieved to be done with all the bleeding, accidents, etc. Good luck to all those who are waiting for their surgeries.