TLH: soooo nervous!

Hello I'm new here! I have been reading through post and have finally decided to post one of my own! I am 25 and unfortunately it wasn't in the cards for me to have children on my own I am however blessed with a step daughter after one excision surgery a year for 3 years and a 7 month cycle of Lupron in addition to years of birth control and several "endo diets" my hubby doctors have convinced me to go for the tlh leaving one ovary(hopefully) that will take place sept 17!!!!! I am really freaked out at this point! After 5 second opinions I do believe this is what's best but the not knowing what's going to come after is making me crazy! Oddly enough I feel exhausted and drained since making the decision. I am a hairstylist so am also concerned with recovery time... is it longer than with my past surgeries? Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated xoxo

I am having mine on 9/18/13 Davinci (robotic assisted lapraoscopy) and I was told recovery time depends on the person but usually 2-3 weeks for most patients. I'm 35 and been dealing with endo, fibroids, large cysts and can understand how overwhelming all this is.

Hello
I am 10 days post op and had an lavh. It is very normal to feel anxious, and I really think the waiting is the worst part. Creating to do list to prepare for surgery, website has a great check list. Keeping busy with your family and friends.
Each person heals differently so it is hard to say how long your recovery will take. Your Dr will give you a general feel once they know your profession. Just remember the recovery may take time,but it is key to the shortest route to not have set backs and to be healthy in the long run.
Best wishes

Hi: I just had my pre op appt. My D vinci surgery is Sep 10 will be LTH I will keep my ovaries. I have a cyst on my left ovary but dr said is ok to keep both. I'm so stressed out about, but reading through this page makes me feel better. I will start following tips about pampering myself and be with my family and friends. I hope this amazing website help you as is helping me. I wish u the best. )

Part of your recovery will depend on if and how your surgeon cleans up the endometriosis, how extensive the scar tissue, which organs are involved, and how your body reacts. Are you seeing an endometriosis specialist? Will your surgeon use an excision method to clean up the implants? Are you aware that a hysterectomy is not a cure for endometriosis?