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How soon after rectocele surgery did you bathe?

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Hr4suns
Hr4suns

I can't remember what I was told as far as bathing goes. I'm 2 weeks out and I've taken a couple of baths already. Could I have done any damage? See the doctor today and keep thinking things will be mushy inside!! Lol please reassure me.

Cindy

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  • Jan999
    Jan999 Hr4suns

    Posted

    It all depends on what type of sutures are used as to whether you can have a bath or you should shower for the first 6 weeks.
  • chris00938
    chris00938 Hr4suns

    Posted

    My surgeon told me I could bath or shower from the day after the surgery was done.
  • Jan999
    Jan999 Hr4suns

    Posted

    I would contact your consultant or the staff on the ward. You should have been advised before you were discharged. I was told showers only for 6 weeks following my operation. No 2 women are the same and consultants have their own different pieces of advice. If you are not meant to have a bath you will make your stitches wet
  • Jan999
    Jan999 Hr4suns

    Posted

    Remember everyone recovers at different rates, you only have to read the posts on this forum. It's a very difficult question to answer because even if your consultant gives you the ok you still may not feel strong enough.
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