Recovery Progress Reports for Hysterectomy dates May 07-May 13,2012

ZoyaFan, what are socks Wow, that is a big step. I feel like I have reverted to being a child again, sleeping a lot, gas, having to be fed, holding on to a hand when walking outside, and crying a lot. Emotionally today is better. I did bleed a bit yesterday, I think bright red. With all the day's events I didn't notice till late yesterday. Woke up feeling worse with more shakiness. Stayed in bed till time for IBU 600, had some eggs and prune juice. Back in bed feeling really tired. Asked my regular Dr. to review my lab tests and see if she recommends anything. Lab tests are OK so far, waiting on Vitamin D test. Trying to focus on what I think was a good Pathology Report.

Hi sisters, I hope all are taking it one day at a time. Its been a while since I last posted, but needing my sisters tonight. Things have been going pretty well, except for excrutiating pain bc of constipation on 5/14. That was extra frustrating since I had "worked hard" at preventing it (stool softeners pre-op & starting day 1 in hospital, lots of fiber & juice, even a suppository & enema on day 3- but stool was too "high up"). FINALLY got things going on day 5- wasnt bad going, it was the pain with the rumblings.
I've done pretty well otherwise. Today Ive been having much more pain (1 day I hadnt taken anything at all ). Im not taking nearly as many meds as I was in the hospital (i have a LONG history of probs w pain management & "tantrums"- yes,i admit that- bc of pain so I think they hit me extra hard with meds when id say I hurt).
Really frustrated Im hurting like this today/tonight. Spotting hasnt changed, I havent done much differently last 24hrs than prior. (Although I was excited to have my catheter out late yest-couldnt urinate after 1st cath taken out in hospital- & I slept in my bed last night vs on my reclining sofa- I keep wanting to sing the Pull-ups training pants song "Im a big kid now" lol.
Im still happy I went through with this, I know this is just part of recovery, or a minor set-back.
Im sending big hugs to ALL my sisters who are recovering & extra big hugs to my sisters who are having a difficult time right now.

Thought I was doing well. 6days post op. Ended up in the er. Fever and chills. Just an overall feeling of yuckyness. The labs came back clean. No explainable reason for the symptoms. Here - have some morphine and go home. So frustrated. Thanks for letting me vent. Oh and to top it off, my husband (and only available caretaker) tweaked his sciatic nerve so I'm now totally on my own. I just want to cry!!!!

Hi "vstephens"- my heart goes out to you. Im sure you're both glad & frustrated they didnt have a quick diagnosis- esp infection. I didnt look at your profile- what kind of surgery did u have? We were just a day apart. Maybe today was just "meant" to be a cruddy day for us? Big hugs. And, if you want to cry- go ahead & let it out- thats what Im doing tonight.
Big hugs!

Hi Ladies!

Here is a tonight!!! It sounds like many of you are having a rough day today. I'm thinking of you and hoping that tomorrow will be better.

vstephens...I'm sorry that you ended up in the er and that you are frustrated!!! Please feel free to vent anytime! That's the great thing about this thread...you can vent and relate at the same time.

One week ago today! I still have severe shoulder pain. I've been trying peppermint tea and gas x today. Passing more gas but still in pain. I've never had this for so long, hope it goes away soon.
Fever and chills would scare me too. Hope it passes.
I'm getting a bit obsessive about my little incisions. Are they too red? Is that a tiny bubble of pus? I'm not touching them. Using antibiotic ointment.
Right now I think it would be easier to be alone than with my boyfriend. He is adding more stress. Feel like I have shut off emotionally. I think I need a big cry to cleanse. I guess it will come in its own time.
Happy healing!

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Originally Posted by cute_lil_nurse One week ago today! I still have severe shoulder pain. I've been trying peppermint tea and gas x today. Passing more gas but still in pain. I've never had this for so long, hope it goes away soon. Fever and chills would scare me too. Hope it passes. I'm getting a bit obsessive about my little incisions. Are they too red? Is that a tiny bubble of pus? I'm not touching them. Using antibiotic ointment. Right now I think it would be easier to be alone than with my boyfriend. He is adding more stress. Feel like I have shut off emotionally. I think I need a big cry to cleanse. I guess it will come in its own time. Happy healing!

Don't even try to hold back the tears....I swear I feel a Little better each time I cry. I hope it gets better for you! Big hugs!

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Originally Posted by georgiamarie I'm exhausted by everything, including taking a shower, and I feel very tender and protective of my abdomen. (Which I'm sure is normal.) I have to move carefully and I can't lift or carry much more than a glass of water. I have lots of good friends who have been bringing meals every night since my surgery which is such a blessing. Before surgery I actually felt kind of guilty that so many people wanted to cook a meal for my family, but I am so thankful now, because I don't think I could have managed it. My Mom is also here taking care of the kids and carting them back and forth to school, thank goodness! I just want to go on the record as saying that pain is only a fraction of the recovery process. Minimal pain does not mean fast recovery!!

Hi there,

What you're feeling is perfectly normal. I felt just like you a week or so into my recovery. You are lucky to have good friends helping you out with meals. My BFF walked my dog for me every other day or so, and I was soooo appreciative! Continue to rest and your way!!

Sorry so late, had TAH on the 10th. I'm doing pretty good, can touch my toes. Still get worn out easy and the bowels don't want to work right yet.
Hope everyone has a few moments of enjoyment out of thier time off.

Hi all,

I had a TLH on 5/9. Have had good days and no so good ones. Today I was feeling blue and sorry for myself. I took a nap at 10:30 and felt better. I know I'm not supposed to do much, but it feels awful not to help my family. I lie around and walk to the mailbox and get tired easily. My mid-section feels tender when I walk, so I am afraid to overdo it.

I don't sleep well at night either. Last night I was able to sleep the whole night through, but then I napped within 3 hours of waking up! Now I can't sleep and it's 3am

I am definitely riding the roller coaster of emotions. This thread really helps remind me to slow down and heal. It's hard to put myself first. I am so thankful for our message board.

I will pray for all of my sisters recovering along with me! Usually, I am pretty happy, but just experiencing a valley today. Have a peaceful night, sisters. I'll be back again, and hopefully in better spirits. Hang in there, ladies!