1. Community
  2. Operations and surgical procedures
  3. Hysterectomy

How long will I be in hospital?

Posted , 12 users are following.

vickymcd
vickymcd

hi everyone,

I'm new to the group. Hope you're all ok.

i am going to have an abdominal hysterectomy on 5th feb.

how long will I be in hospital? I'm 36 years old.

thanks xxx

1 like, 40 replies

40 Replies

Next
  • teresa2545
    teresa2545 vickymcd

    Posted

    Hi Vicky

    My name is Teresa and I am also new to this site.I am going to have a abdominal hysterectomy on April 7th and I have been told that I will be in for about 3 or 4 days.

    I have a book about a recovery plan and there are several things listed like a daily program that you have have to tick off when you have done it.I think the sooner you can walk and depending on the pain  and complications you could be out quicker.

    • vickymcd
      vickymcd teresa2545

      Posted

      Hiya my lovely,

      thanks for info. I was told 2 days, but I think that's for a vaginal hysterectomy? I was sent a book with do's and donts and I'm well prepared. 

      Xxx

    • teresa2545
      teresa2545 vickymcd

      Posted

      Hi Vicky,

      2 days would be a nice thought but I think it will be longer. Can I advise you to read the book called 101 handy hints to to happy Hysterectomy.it has helped me a lot.I have already started to buy the little extras like the peppermint tea and the constipation tablets.It is surprising what you learn

      Teresa

      xxx

  • Shelleyl
    Shelleyl vickymcd

    Posted

    Hi Vicky I am also going in on 5th Feb for my total abdominal. They told me at the pre op that I may be out on Sunday but no guarantee.  Good luck with yours xxx
    • vickymcd
      vickymcd Shelleyl

      Posted

      Hi Shelley,

      thanks for replying.

      i can't wait to get it done and get my life back.

      Will miss my babies though, but they'll be in good hands with their daddy 😆 xx

      good luck to you xxx

  • Luckymum
    Luckymum vickymcd

    Posted

    Hi Vicky, I'm in for my TAH tomorrow! rolleyes (Thurs 29th Jan) and have been told that if all goes well I should be home by Saturday xx
    • vickymcd
      vickymcd Luckymum

      Posted

      Wow, it sounds so quick.

      I was in for 5 days with my cesarean sections!!!

      good luck chick x

    • teresa2545
      teresa2545 Luckymum

      Posted

      How long have you been told that the recovery time should be and do you work at the moment?
    • vickymcd
      vickymcd teresa2545

      Posted

      They said 8 weeks recovery. I'm a housewife and mammy. Xx
    • Luckymum
      Luckymum vickymcd

      Posted

      Yes LOL I think I was in longer with my C Section too!! But not going to complain about being let out for good behaviour! x
    • Luckymum
      Luckymum teresa2545

      Posted

      Recovery time minimum of 6 weeks and could possibly return to work after 8 BUT only if I am offered a phased return to light duties...I have a physical job looking after special needs adults so lots of pushing of heavy wheelchairs, bending, stretching etc, so my pre op nurse was very firm that I am not to return to that before at the very least 3 months and light duties would be office work x
    • vickymcd
      vickymcd Luckymum

      Posted

      Take it easy doll. I wonder if they offer manicures lol x
    • Guest
      Guest Luckymum

      Posted

      Hi, I had both ovaries out in November and recovery schedule was similar to hysterectomy, I was told to think of first 3 weeks as ' extended hospital time'. No lifting anything heavier than a bag of sugar for 3 weeks (watch out for things like bottles of milk.. Even a 2 pint bottle pulled!). Not being able to drive for 5 weeks was also interesting! Good luck with surgery, wishing you a speedy recovery.
    • vickymcd
      vickymcd Guest

      Posted

      Thank you.

      how long were you in for? X

    • Guest
      Guest vickymcd

      Posted

      Only overnight. Surgery mid morning, home 4pm the following day
    • phoebewhite
      phoebewhite Luckymum

      Posted

      Thinking of you today Luckymum hope all went well.

      Phoebe xoxo

Back to top
Next

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.