My Anteria and Posteria Repair
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Hi Ladies,
Prior to having my Anteria and Posteria Repair, mainly due to problems going for a poo, when to be frank it felt like I was trying to push the poo sideways out of my bottom, resulting in lots of pain and blood - making me very unhappy. After reading this and other forums, which I found very helpful (which is why I'm contributing now in the hopes that this helps others) I decided that although some people had not had a good experience it was worth the risk rather than putting up with the pain for the rest of my life (47 at the time).
On examining me the Dr found that I had significant bladder weakness too and he suggested that he could improve both - he did seem to focus on the bladder a little when I kept telling him it was my bum that was more of an issue - I digress a little as you know how dismissive doctors can be and how hard it is to stick up for yourself, especially in this area which not only affects you physically but psycologically as it impacts your sexuallity and self confidence too.
So I had the op in May 2013 and I recognise a lot of the other post-op entries on this forum but the main instructions were - 3 Golden Rules, number 1 - don't lift more than half a kettle for 6 weeks. Number 2 do pelvic floor exercises or it will all come back and need doing again. Number 3 make sure you stick to rule one and two.
I took 8 weeks off work (I have a desk job and a supportive employer) and followed the rules I, 2 and 3. Yes it was difficult and very frustrating also for the family to remember when you look fit and able but you can't bend to pick stuff up as it would pressure where you shouldn't have it.
It wasn't all plain sailing with pain and concern about stitches not disolving as quick as I hoped but I wanted to let you know that now (9 months on) I feel more confident, sexy and in control of my bodily functions. The Rectocele hasn't made things perfect but things are still improving even after so long so perhaps it will get even better but if not, its much much better than before.
Regarding the sex, thats better too and one thing I wanted to share - I noticed significant dryness for around 6 months, around the scar tissue but I', happy to say that this is also is improving.
Basically well worth having done and I would advise anyone to go for it. Prolaps issues should be taken much more seriously by GPs as it is embarassing to discuss and we deserve to feel 'Right' and everything that entails!!
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polly31782
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debi53024
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I am 12 days post op from mild prolapse and tvt bladder repair. I am doing okay but not as good as I hoped. I am probably just hoping for too much too soon. I would agree with the 3 golden rules which I strictly haven't adhered to although not by too much. Firstly my bladder wasnt functioning properly so got sent home from the hospital with the catheter for an extra couple of days which was tough. I got the catheter out last Mondayand it had been doing well but still did get an infection which isn't unusual. I do still have pains in my tummy but I am assuming that's just everything knitting together..........fingers crossed. I can sneeze and cough without leakage which is the main things. I am hoping it is just rest now.
lyndaor debi53024
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HappyLady
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moira34394
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Also not sure what's meant by building up daily walks. Just to the end of the garden so far!
Any thoughts welcome, thank you
debi53024
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claire79187
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debi53024 claire79187
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I had my TVT repair last February and it has worked well. Initially my bladder wouldnt empty at all and i had to keep the catheter in for a few extra days but once that was over with it was all fine. The flow is very different now to what it was. I dont normally get a big gush it is a slow trickle most of the time. If you stand up when you feel you are finished then kind of rock back and forth then try again it usually lets more come out. I worried constantly about my op especially as it was done with mesh and there was the whole mesh scandal but i have had no problems at all and i am 100% continent now. My bladder had dropped again tho but i now know how to deal with that and not makes things worse. I am not sure i would go through it all again to be honest. Make sure you do not lift anything more than 5 kilos as it can cause strain.
take care and look after yourself.
Debi
claire79187 debi53024
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gillian93395 debi53024
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daryle24173 claire79187
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daryle24173 gillian93395
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moira34394
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moira34394 HappyLady
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It's encouraging to read your story. Can I ask when you started the pelvic floor exercises? 4 weeks post tvt and posterior repair I still have discomfort when I walk or do the exercises. I worry that I may be causing damage.
kirsty72052 HappyLady
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i have a question I hope you (or others) maybe able to help with.
I'm 3.5 weeks post op for same op as you. I have found that internally (within my vagina) I am really swollen. Did you have the same? I literally can't fine a divide between front and rear. I can't image that this swelling will reduce enough in 2.5 weeks to even think about sex!!
Thanks
kirsty