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Discomfort when sitting

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officiallykali
officiallykali

Hello, I'm 7 days post-op myomectomy today. I was cut vertically at my bikini line and my doctors removed a total of 10 fibroids. I'm have a very hard time finding comfortable ways to sit. I'm sitting in the bed with pillows behind me but my back hurts from it. Does anyone have any suggestions? Nothing seems to help...Also I'm deadly afraid to laugh or cough because I'm afraid of the pain sad

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  • teresa2545
    teresa2545 officiallykali

    Posted

    Hi,

    I am 3 weeks post op after TAH & BSO also removing several fibroids.(don't know how many )The biggest was 20cm and weighed just over 6lb.I was also cut the same place but i have been lucky with no back pain.In bed i found it more comfortable with a large cushion and 1

    pillow.On the settee i laid the garden chair mattress on top pl

    us large cushions.Try laying

    rather than sitting as it takes the

    pressure of your stomach but don't lay too flat otherwise you

    will find it harder to get up

    again.Try and walk as much as

    you can.I think this has helped me

    a lot as i started going out a week

    after the op.By the middle of week

    2 it was a lot easier.I went on a

    bus by day 11.While in pain when

    you get up or cough hold a

    cushion over your stomach.You are doing really well considering what you have had done.If you want to ask me anything pkease don't hesitate,i am happy to help.

    xxx

    • officiallykali
      officiallykali teresa2545

      Posted

      Thank you so much for the great tips! I'm trying the cushion today. I'm so greatful for your reply! I'm having a lot of anxiety I guess because I'm so frustrated that I'm unable to do normal things like lying comfortably. And I'm extremely emotional!
  • MissBurbs
    MissBurbs officiallykali

    Posted

    Hi Kali

    First of all, it gets easier I promise! smile

    I'm now day 13 after my myomectomy and I too still get backache if I'm in one position for too long but it's not as bad as it was a week ago. Did you have an epidural or just anesthetic?

    there really is no best way to sit it just s matter of experimentation. For me it was better if I didn't have too many pillows behind me as that meant my stomach was more crunched up the more upright I am. I sit in a very slight recline position. Maybe it would help if you place a small pillow in the small of your back. Try that.

    I thought the norm was to cut horizontally along bikini line. I guess each consultant works differently. Hope you heal soon and feel more comfortable. smile

    • officiallykali
      officiallykali MissBurbs

      Posted

      Thanks for your response. My problem may be that I'm using too many pillows. I stack them behind me but I might need to use one st the small of my back. No epidural thank God. My friend had a myomectomy but she was cut horizontal from just under her breast all the down to her bikini line. She had an 19 pound one!
    • teresa2545
      teresa2545 officiallykali

      Posted

      Morning,

      How are you feeling this morning,did you sleep ok?

      I am ok except for really bad constipation.What ever i take doesn't help so i am going to the chemist later.

      xxx

    • MissBurbs
      MissBurbs

      Posted

      Lol ok that makes sense now!!! smile
    • MissBurbs
      MissBurbs

      Posted

      Oops sorry my reply went into the wrong section! Sigh. I'm tired! Going to see my consultant later today to discuss everything. Slightly concerned as she asked to see me!!
    • officiallykali
      officiallykali teresa2545

      Posted

      I'm feeling better! I take a stool softener every other day to avoid constipation. It's the worst to bw backed up and unable to push 😖 I hope you feel better soon.
    • teresa2545
      teresa2545 officiallykali

      Posted

      I have been on Dulcoease but last night I took 1 dulcolax and I have been ok today.It was either that or the 3 white wine spritzers that I had yesterday that  helped .

      xxx

  • lade80421
    lade80421 officiallykali

    Posted

    Hi, just try and move ur body around as dey have advised.

    went to see my doctor today after a 3months intake of esmaya, the story remaind the same. the fibroids didnt shrink much. so will have to prepare for the surgry soon so that i can carry a baby.

    Not happy wit d news but will have to be strong and hope for the best.

    peace to u all.

    • officiallykali
      officiallykali lade80421

      Posted

      I'm trying to move around more but it's a challenge honestly. My best advise would be for you to prepare yourself mentally. The physical is definitely a factor. But I'm struggling mentally. Trying to cope with not being able to fully care for myself. I do a lot of praying!!! I was supposed to have a hysterectomy but once they opened me up they were able to remove the fibroids and leave my uterus 👼! I'll most likely try to get pregnant in the next year or so, I'm 29 years old so I think I'll finally try.
    • lade80421
      lade80421 officiallykali

      Posted

      hi, thanks for the advice dear, want to have a baby after the operation too but was told i would have to wait 6months before trying.wish u the very best as i wish my self and get welsoon. hugs
    • officiallykali
      officiallykali lade80421

      Posted

      Yea I'm waiting about a year, I want to get everything together. Good luck to you! Everything will be fine, hugs.
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