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Want some advise if anyone has had the colposuspension opp done.I had the bulking agent done 1st Dec 17.& only lasted 10days.& ive just had it done again & good for a week,leaking quite alot again.My next option is the opp.Is a big decision to make i need something ive no life. Wondered if a success.
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mary90 janet45645
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Hi Janet,
I had the burch colposuspension done 2 years ago and have never looked back! Best decision I ever made and has had a huge effect on my quality of life.
I also had bulking agents which lasted up to a month so were a waste of time. Prior to my op I would leak simply by just walking fast! It's a major operation and takes time to recover but I thoroughly recommend it. Happy to answer any specific questions you may have.
Mary
janet45645 mary90
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Thankyou,are you out of action for a couple of mths too?I had a active life & ive been 6mths not doing anything!I live on a farm & have a horse whats been ridden only twice.So im going to ring my consultants secretary up tomorrow.The doctor said if you think its not work ring up straight away.Does this opp course a problem with passing urine;& effect on sex life!Ive been googling.I would need opp soon too,then ive spring summer to get over it.But i will go private if i have too do.Thanks again
denise021266 mary90
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Hi Mary
I came across this forum and am so pleased to hear you are happy with the colposupension.
may I ask. Are you still happy with the results. I'm due to have it done in June. I am worried as I'm about 3 stone overweight and worry this may have a negative effect on the results. I am trying to lose weight as I know this will help with the recovery
Sorry to be personal but, was you overweight when you had the surgery. Reason I am asking is most women who have had this OP are not overweight .
Thank you and sorry again if I'm being to personal.
Denise
mary90 janet45645
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You won't be able to work for 6 weeks afterwards and no lifting for another 6 weeks. So it takes a good three months to recover. Don't try to do things too soon or you will undo all the good work - be patient.
I didn't have any problems with my bladder afterwards and there has been no difference at all to my sex life.
I hope it goes just as well for you!
janet45645 mary90
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Thanks for the info Mary.Ive rung my consultants secretary up 2day & ive got appointment to see consultant nxt Tues to have a talk of what nxt.I sooo hoped the bulking agent would have worked.I don't work,only at home making meals,now our lambing time starts this wked.Not heard from anyo e else about the opp.R u in uk. J.
mary90 janet45645
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Yes I'm in UK and had my op under the NHS.
Good luck - I hope it all goes well!
janet45645 mary90
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Ive got appointment to c my consultant on Tues.Back on my big pads yesterday,change twice 2day😠😢
cin0619 janet45645
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i had Tvt done and I definitely don’t recommend that but I’ve heard great things about Colposuspention and also sling made with your own tissue. I think either route would be good way to go. Don’t let them talk you into a TVT or TOT saying it’s tape and not mesh. It has ruined many women’s lives and it’s a crap shoot when put in if you will be one of those women. Wishing you a success in whatever you choose to do. Take care!
janet45645 cin0619
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Hi;im booked in for the colposuspension,it was a big decision to make;my procedure isn't for mesh & i would go down that line anyway.Saw my consultant on Tues she did mention Sling but she sed u get bladder infections.So im down for Emergency,in about 6wks.I can't carry on any longer.Jan
amchatt7 janet45645
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Hi, I'm 8 days post op after Burch colposuspension surgery. I had tried everything and this, i felt, was my last option. The surgeon was satisfied that everything had gone well, only time will tell. I had open surgery as keyhole is not yet available in my area. I have an 18cm, very neat, bikini line incision that appears to be healing well.
I am still in a lot of pain and extreme discomfort but I keep reminding myself that I have had MAJOR surgery and only just over a week ago.
I have had a few sneezy episodes and, so far so good, no leaking😁👍🏻🙏🏻 Going for a wee takes a bit longer than usual but I was warned about that. It should steadily improve.
My GP has signed me off work for 3 months as I have a very demanding, active and physical job, work have been really supportive too.
I'm happy to keep you updated if you want and wish you well with your op x
Ann-Marie
mary90 amchatt7
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janet45645 amchatt7
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Hi,thank for info,i go 4 my pre opp on Mon,then ive to have a MRI scan on 10thMay.So it will soon be after that. But my consultant says,don't google it;because every one has a different body shape.So i know all the pro's & con's.But even so im not looking forward to it.Ive been 8mths like this,& worse since i had a lump removed from my urethra tube, in Sept.Ive no life.xj
amchatt7 janet45645
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nicola4567 amchatt7
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hi, I am 3 days post Op and very swollen feel about 6 months pregnant, is that normal?
Eilidhseoc nicola4567
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hi Nicola, I'm just 3 days post op today and definitely feeling a bit that I need to go when I know my bladder isn't full. When I do start peeing it starts very quickly which surprised me. I thought the op would make it a bit more difficult?? Early days maybe. Also surprised at the sore heavy feeling in pelvic floor each time I stand up. Did you feel this in the early days? I hope you've managed to make a full recovery!