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2 1/2 weeks post op

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steph16921
steph16921

Do you think I can take a bath yet? I am SO a bath person and it's driving me crazy. My sore back would love to soak in some hot water

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  • tilley49386
    tilley49386 steph16921

    Posted

    Hi Stephanie, they generally advise against it until your check up. But some specialists think diferently so you could check with the specialist or the hospital. I know I wasn't allowed until I got the ok from my urogyno. It may be because some of the stiches are dissolvable. Good Luck. But a lot water bottle on your back instead. Happy healing

     

  • Hel2much
    Hel2much steph16921

    Posted

    My discharge notes said 14 days but I left it longer, almost 4 weeks. I still have stitches dissolving at six weeks. It's a bit confusing as some women seem to be advised they can bathe immediately. If you do bath, probably best to avoid any bubbles or oils and don't linger too long. For me it was more about how I would get out! Enjoy when you do

  • sars31616
    sars31616 steph16921

    Posted

    Whoops I'm 2 days post op had a lovely long soak last night didn't realise I shouldn't!

    • donna98351
      donna98351 sars31616

      Posted

      I bathed every day post op from discharge out of hospital no problems what so ever 11 weeks now 😁

  • Moonwitch1
    Moonwitch1 steph16921

    Posted

    I was told no baths for 6 weeks only showers.The actual physical getting in and out of the bath can cause problems
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