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pain when coughing

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luisa1970
luisa1970

I Am 8weeks post op after Total abnominal hysterectomy and stil getting alot of pain when coughing. How long does this last, I also feel like ive been kicked in the stomach too, is this normal

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  • luisa1970
    luisa1970

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    My op was 3rd Nov soi im 8 weeks in, I would have had 10 weeks of by the time i go back.im quite lucky I think,will be part time for first 10 days, think il know within a day or two if its the right move so will keep you all posted.

    I guess 11 to 12 weeks is the norm isnt it.

    mind you I would be happier not to go back at all lol smile

    • sam34875
      sam34875 luisa1970

      Posted

      Yes 12 weeks is the normal time. Or when your body is ready. I had mine done 15th Nov ans due to go back 2nd week of Feb.  
  • luisa1970
    luisa1970

    Posted

    My op was 3rd Nov soi im 8 weeks in, I would have had 10 weeks of by the time i go back.im quite lucky I think,will be part time for first 10 days, think il know within a day or two if its the right move so will keep you all posted.

    I guess 11 to 12 weeks is the norm isnt it.

    mind you I would be happier not to go back at all lol smile

  • pollyhen
    pollyhen luisa1970

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    Hi, Luisa,

    I had TAH and a 16kg mass removed on 16 Dec (no malignant) my physio came to visit me before I was discharged from hospital on the 19 Dec. Her advise on how to do a protected cough was brilliant and helped no end as I had a cold. Put the flat of both hands, fingers pointing down to pubis, either side of the scar, lean forward and push firmly but carefully on your tummy as you cough, this supports your scar. I had a vertical cut, I'm unsure if just leaning forward would give the same support to a horizontal wound but give it a go, try looking on pintrest there's loads of help and advise, I find it really useful, I am still suffering from back ache but have been told it's my posture as I'm stooping over a little. I Hope this helps Luisa.

    • luisa1970
      luisa1970 pollyhen

      Posted

      Thank you pollyhen

      I will give that a try and as for your back I know what you mean, my daughter told me of for stooping over and I hadnt even realised I was doing it, so glad you mass want nasty, hope your recovery is smooth

  • mindy7770
    mindy7770 luisa1970

    Posted

    Hello everyone. I'm new here. I had my hysterectomy on Sept 18th. I have now developed a Sinus Infection so sneezing and non stop coughing. I am miserable. It hurts so bad to cough and sneeze. I started meds today so I'm praying they work fast.

  • frances95688
    frances95688 luisa1970

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    Hi girls i had my hysterectomy surgery too in January 2020

    but every time i cough or let out gas it hurts have u girls had that before im on my 6weeks since my surgery bu the way when can i go back to laying on my stomach have u girls done that or do u still sleeping on your sides?sincerely frances

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