Anterior prolapse repair
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I have just had this procedure done on Wednesday 19th home and recovering well. I don't seem to be in much paid which is good but is this normal. The doctors said everything went well and have given me some estirol cream to use every day internally for 2 weeks because I was very dry. Minimal bleeding. Has anyone had this operation and can describe their recovery and times. Im not very good at just sitting about .
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carol1951 sandra70591
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I had an anterior and rectocele repair three weeks ago; like you, I am recovering well with no pain.
It's difficult sitting around when you are not in pain, but take it easy because if you don't, the risk of the prolapse returning is high if you try and do too much.
Take it slowly, you'll be able to feel if you are doing too much.
Carol
sandra70591 carol1951
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It's good to hear that you to have been the same. I was wondering if it had gone wrong LOL.
I will take it easy and just potter around the house slowly. Have you driven yet??
Did you get much bleeding in the first few day. What was the symptoms of the rectocele Im presuming they had a look around while I was under to see if anything else needed doing.
I have got really bad wind is this something you suffered with.
Best wishes
Sandra
carol1951 sandra70591
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I drove on day seven; you must be able to do an emergency stop. I had dilute bleeding for two weeks and then a slight discharge, which I still have but it's not smelly (a sign of infection ). I actually went in for a rectocele repair only; they found the anterior prolapse and fixed that too. Wind is still a problem, I find it impossible to hold back! In the supermarket I do a loud cough at the same time. ... camouflage!
This site is so helpful and reassuring to find so many ladies in the same boat. Kind regards Carol
Carolannfud sandra70591
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kathyc85 sandra70591
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The main thing I have noticed is how tired I have been feeling having returned to work. Being at home, I felt a real fraud, because I have coped so well post surgery, but it has taken me until now to even begin to feel anywhere near normal again in terms of the amount of energy I have. I was told on my follow up appointment with the consultant at the 8th week that it would take at least another 6 months before everything was completely healed and I would feel back to normal. Just take things slowly and remember to keep up the pelvic floor exercises,, rest, rest and more rest, and don't be tempted to do any lifting too soon. Good luck with your recovery, and I hope you feel back to your old self again soon.
Best wishes, Kathy
sandra70591 kathyc85
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I wasn't given any physio or exercises to do .
Did you feel bloated for a long time after the operation. As I havent been eating lots just drink plenty of water to keep by bladder flushed but I know I will struggle to get into my fitted trousers at the moment and dont want to squeeze into them.
Its really hard not doing anything when you have children that need to go to school and clubs and general things for them. My husband is self emplyed and will be going back to work tomorrow so I will have to do somethings for myself.
Best Wishes
Sandra
48yearold sandra70591
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lucky you no pain.... are you taking any pain relief?
I would resist the urge to go back to normal as you will undo all the good that has been done. Its good you are not in pain as its not nice. I had
this op 3 weeks ago and I am not in pain but I am still uncomfortable. I am still loosing a slight discharge all day every day believe this can be
quite common. I have done little more than the odd 5 minute walk and
short trips out of the house. I am either in pj's or comfy clothes. I too
am not good at sitting about but I keep thinking the recovery period for
this op is 6-8 so it must be that for a reason so I am going to take 6 to 8
weeks to recover, hope you do to.
sandra70591 48yearold
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I was taking pain killers the hospital gave me but have stopped now as I don't think its worth taking something I don't need. The reason I know something has been done as I feel bloated and my stomach looks big and swollen.
I havnt been out yet but will do tomorrow to take the kids to school. I am going to drive at the end of the week by the time it will be 10 days from the operation day.
I have a slight discharge now but no fresh blood.
I am realy surprised on how I have felt as I thought it was going to be much worse afterwards. As you say the recovery time is there for a reason so I will make sure I don't do any heavy lifting or hoovering etc.
Best wishes
Sandra
sandra70591 48yearold
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I was taking pain killers the hospital gave me but have stopped now as I don't think its worth taking something I don't need. The reason I know something has been done as I feel bloated and my stomach looks big and swollen.
I havnt been out yet but will do tomorrow to take the kids to school. I am going to drive at the end of the week by the time it will be 10 days from the operation day.
I have a slight discharge now but no fresh blood.
I am realy surprised on how I have felt as I thought it was going to be much worse afterwards. As you say the recovery time is there for a reason so I will make sure I don't do any heavy lifting or hoovering etc.
Best wishes
Sandra
sandra70591 48yearold
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I was taking pain killers the hospital gave me but have stopped now as I don't think its worth taking something I don't need. The reason I know something has been done as I feel bloated and my stomach looks big and swollen.
I havnt been out yet but will do tomorrow to take the kids to school. I am going to drive at the end of the week by the time it will be 10 days from the operation day.
I have a slight discharge now but no fresh blood.
I am realy surprised on how I have felt as I thought it was going to be much worse afterwards. As you say the recovery time is there for a reason so I will make sure I don't do any heavy lifting or hoovering etc.
Best wishes
Sandra
sandra70591 48yearold
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I was taking pain killers the hospital gave me but have stopped now as I don't think its worth taking something I don't need. The reason I know something has been done as I feel bloated and my stomach looks big and swollen.
I havnt been out yet but will do tomorrow to take the kids to school. I am going to drive at the end of the week by the time it will be 10 days from the operation day.
I have a slight discharge now but no fresh blood.
I am realy surprised on how I have felt as I thought it was going to be much worse afterwards. As you say the recovery time is there for a reason so I will make sure I don't do any heavy lifting or hoovering etc.
Best wishes
Sandra
sue76555 sandra70591
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48yearold sandra70591
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Hope your trip to school went as planned.
Keep up the good work recovering and enjoy the rest.
mary71795 sandra70591
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Hi Sandra thanks for sharing your Anterior prolapse repair. I had an anterior and Retcocele done last week Monday. Everything went well just the odor each time I used the restroom. I contacted my doctor to inform of the cause. She said it were normal and she prescribed some pills to take. When I went to pick up my prescription the pharmacy person described to me that I couldn't drink anything that had alcohol in it. I were shocked and uncertain about getting it. I decided to wait and talk to my doctor about prescribing a cream. How are you doing now after your surgery?
jane51112 mary71795
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Hi Mary I had an anterior bladder prolapse surgery 11 days ago too I'm not in any pain just a bit uncomfortable at times. I have really taken things easy by resting and not doing anything strenuous but I'm worried because I have had a look down there and I can still see a bulge it's not as far down as it was before but it's there I'm worried it's hasn't worked my consultant said I had a grade 2 prolapse any ideas ?