Any advice please, been advised i need a hysterectomy and not sure what to expect
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After 3 year of treatment, including esmya my gynecologist had decided I need a hysterectomy. My fibroid has grown to 18.5x16.5x 14 I look about 7 months pregnant and its beginning to effect my breathing. I am really scared. Not a good idea to look at images on web sites. Anyway, this may seem like a daft question, but what is the best thing to wear in hospital. I am going to have a vertical incision and not sure how pj's will effect my wound. I never wear skirts or dresses and practically live in jeans and leggings. Would this be ok post op. This may seem like really stupid questions, but I have no one to ask about such practicalities. Would love to hear about your experiences. Thankyou
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maria34738 lesley1605
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I'm 4 weeks post hysterectomy , I too had large fibroids and a 16cm cyst so hysterectomy was my choice as well as the medical advice.
I had a horizontal incision so can only give my perspective and it will be different for you.
In hospital I was given a hospital gown for the op and I changed it for a clean one next day by the nurses . I had light loose nightgowns and I bought the biggest knickers that my grandmother used to wear , they are cotton and the waist goes way over the scar and feel so comfortable.
Out of hospital I stayed in nightgowns the first week and wearing leggings and tops which seen to make my tummy feel more protected.
Take the time to accept you need to rest and let your body heal
Best wishes
Maria
lesley1605 maria34738
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will need to get dome big knickers😃
lesley1605 maria34738
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I was just wondering how you are feeling and how your recovery is going. Having my op28th August. Am feeling very nervous.
Micramary lesley1605
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Micramary lesley1605
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Op - due to see them soon. They check pelvic floor, give advice and exercises. Also worth strengthening core muscles - I wasn't able to do a lot of that cos of the amount of pain I was experiencing.
lesley1605 Micramary
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lesley1605 Micramary
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Hi. I wad wondering how your recovery was going.
I'm having my op next friday (26th) and am starting to feel very panicky.
shell69386 lesley1605
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Chiwoo lesley1605
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No question is a stupid question! I've not had a hysterectomy myself but I've had a vertical incision for my fibroid operation. My womb was full of fibroids and was the size of an 8 month pregnancy.
I would buy a nightie/long sleep t-shirt for the hospital stay as the ward staff will be checking your incision and you may have a catheter for the first day or so after the op. You will need full briefs or so-called granny knickers as they won't irritate your incision. After you get out anything elasticated is your friend. I wore leggings and read online about getting a pair of maternity jeans for the first couple of months after. That was a god send! Zips and rigid waistbands were a no no for those months.
I'm sure that others will come along with their responses and experiences. Good luck - you will be fine!
lesley1605 Chiwoo
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