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Any positive prolapse surgery stories out there?

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Jeen44
Jeen44

Hello,

Just wondering if anyone happens to read this who has a positive story about long term recovery from prolapse surgery? There are a lot of scary stories about surgery but I would love to hear from any one who is happy with their surgery and if possible what type of prolapses/procedures they had. I'm planning to have surgery soon and just want to be 100% sure I choose the right procedure. Ive researched for ages and decided to spend the money and go private (gulp, lots of money!) but it has been like trying to make a decision in the dark- lots of horror stories, conflicting advice from specialists and I dont know of anyone who has had the surgery so I can ask them.

Thank you, any info appreciated!

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  • lynn53651
    lynn53651 Jeen44

    Posted

    Jeen , I want to wish you the best with your surgery. You have done the right thing by asking others for their results and their experiences. There are both the horror strories you have mentioned as well as wonderful success stories that are indicated by the ladies on this forum.

    If I were in pain, couldn't go to the bathroom properly , I would certainly be doing a lot of research to find the best surgeon and the best procedure. I would also be making sure I do everything the doctor suggests to do prior to that surgery to help maintain a good outcome.

    So keep searching, keep asking questions and hope you find the best surgeon you need for your particular prolapse.

    You have to do what is right for you and no matter what positive outcomes or negative outcomes you have read about, you make the final decision. Don't let anyone sway you one way or another. Once you find that right surgeon and you talk to other women who have used that surgeon and hear how they are doing, you will have your answer that you are so carefully looking for.

     

                          Blessings to you

                          Lynn

                                                

  • Jan999
    Jan999 Jeen44

    Posted

    Jeen I'm sure your surgery and convalescence will go well and if course you've always got this website to fall back on if you need any advice or support. I had my surgery in a private hospital and benefitted from the high ratio of nurses to patients. Please remember surgery is often the last resort because of the other options available. Take care.
    • lesley12905
      lesley12905 Jan999

      Posted

      Hi Matron, I wonder if you have any advice for me, I am in the U.K and had a posterior repair op in January when I came to was told I need a anterior repair and hysterectomy which I had on 4th August so 12 weeks ago, I am still getting backache and pelvic pain, just had a post op  internal very painful. I am now having oestrogen pessaries for 3 months, when can I expect to feel better? Please 
    • Jan999
      Jan999 lesley12905

      Posted

      Hello lesley. You have had 2 major operations within quite a short period of time so it will take a bit longer for you to recover. Most Urogynaecologists say it will take up to a year for you to recover and feel more "normal" again. One if the main reasons for the backache is due to the operation. Your legs are put into lithotomy poles and there has to be some pulling and pushing to perform the surgery. The oestrogen pessaries will help (I was prescribed them as well). They will help to thicken the vaginal wall and ease the discomfort that you felt when you were examined. I would expect your feeling weary and tired. This is probably due to the anaesthetic or in your case two of them plus any drugs you've been given. I think it's probably going to take another few months before you feel better lesley unfortunately so listen to your body and take things easy.
    • lesley12905
      lesley12905 Jan999

      Posted

      Thanks Matron because I was told by the consultant that the backache would be nothing at all to do with the surgery nor the pelvic pain but if I am on my feet more than an hour and a half I really ache. If I go to my doctor I get told it is because of the surgery, so very confusing. All I know is that before these 2 surgeries and having a ring fitted in between them both, I did not have any pain in my back or pelvis and I feel very down about it all and have been made to feel like I am making a fuss. Thanks for your reply 
    • Jan999
      Jan999 lesley12905

      Posted

      The pain will settle lesley. Are you taking ibuprofen at all? That should help.
    • lesley12905
      lesley12905 Jan999

      Posted

      hi sorry battery went I did take some in beginning but not now, I have a bad tummy but told if I have an omeprazole in morning I can take so may try again thanks
    • Jan999
      Jan999 lesley12905

      Posted

      Yes Omeprazole is excellent for protecting your stomach lining if you take ibuprofen. Hopefully it will help you. Take care.
  • nickie54687
    nickie54687 Jeen44

    Posted

    Hi Jeen,

    Your original question was about positive post-surgery stories.  I answered you about my friend Judy and I's experience and great success.  Of course there are risks to anything - you take your life in your hand crossing the road...  but I can only repeat that the people I met in my surgeon's office post surgery in the four times I have seen her so far had all had positive outcomes.  I think your real research is in finding a really good surgeon.

    Good luck.

    Nickie

    • Jeen44
      Jeen44 nickie54687

      Posted

      Thanks Nickie, that is good to know your healing went well, I guess its different for everyone but it's useful to know you were able to return to work. I am 37 so hopefully that will mean good healing but the op will be pretty big- there are lots of repairs needed!

      Thanks for your info

  • ann03399
    ann03399 Jeen44

    Posted

    Hello,

    I had a double rectocele in June this year, I am delighted with the overall result! My recovery was slow because I had a recurring infection, severe enough to be readmitted to hospital.  Four months on, apart from feeling very tired after doing very little, all is well. I cannot comment on sex as I am not in a relationship. I hope this is of help. My Surgeon would not use or even considering using mesh. I don't know where you live but to the best of my knowledge, in Scotland the mesh has been banned. 

    Feel free to ask any questions!

     

    • Jan999
      Jan999 ann03399

      Posted

      You're correct ann currently mesh isn't being used in Scotland until the results of the research in England is completed. I think Wales is the same as well. However there are only a handful of Urogynaecologists in England who are taking part in the research and if a woman is referred to a consultant taking part she has the option of declining and it doesn't affect her care. 
    • Jeen44
      Jeen44 ann03399

      Posted

      Thanks Ann,

      Do you mind if I ask how old you are? Do you know if you had pereneium (?) rebuild or similar at the same time? I've not heard of double rectocele but I definintely have a rectocele which will be repaired without mesh.

      I've been offered a form of titanium mesh and it would be used to suspend the uterus and put in via the abdomen (keyhole) which is apparently less risky but not sure if I will opt for that or a no mesh option.

      Your info about feeling tired quickly is useful, I have a small one and was considering returning to work but may be best to wait until after the surgery before making plans.

      Much appreciated!

    • ann03399
      ann03399 Jeen44

      Posted

      Hi Jeen44,

      I am 62, no I did not have a pereneium rebuild. I had an Anterior and Posterior Rectocele. To give you an idea of my level of tiredness, Last week I went to water aerobics 4 times, I did a little shopping, walked around a small market, went for a coffee, just normal activities, after each one I rested. On Friday night I went to bed at 11pm and did not wake up until 5.30pm Saturday afternoon!! Not once did I wake up, not even for the loo!  Would I have the operation again? Yes, without any doubt. The overall  improvement was well worth it!  Maybe as you are younger you will not be hit with the tiredness to the level which I am experiencing. 

      Hope your operation goes well.

    • jaquetta_98543
      jaquetta_98543 ann03399

      Posted

      Hello Ann! I had a rectocele repair and my uterus taken out four weeks ago. I am 55 years old. I am wondering how you are doing now? Thank you for responding to me. 😊

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