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Silly question really but when do all aches, 'gripes' and period like pain finally stop?

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carole62889
carole62889

I know this is daft really because we are all different but when you have had an op all sorts of things go through your mind.  I am 5 weeks 4 days post A and P repair vagina and hysterectomy.   I still feel 'gripes' in the lower abdomen at times and slightly in the lower back.    Will this really stop one day?   It is the ache that makes me feel a bit low.    😔

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  • carole62889
    carole62889

    Posted

    I meant to add that the ache is similar to period pains.
  • Alybee
    Alybee carole62889

    Posted

    I had exactly the same as you and I would say 10 to 12 weeks but generally better each week from 6 weeks. Hang in there.
  • triplemum
    triplemum carole62889

    Posted

    I'm at 7 weeks and it gets easier from 6 weeks. I'm still getting pains and I'm so tired. It is getting better though. Hang in there x

  • carole62889
    carole62889

    Posted

    Thankyou for letting me know.....at least I have some indication now.

    its really quite painful today.......but it does seem to come and go so taking your advice, I will hang in there 😊

     

  • Melons08746
    Melons08746 carole62889

    Posted

    Hi I'm 6mths a & P repair and I still get aches and pains if I do too much, hope I haven't dampened your spirit too much , I was told by physio that it can take between 8 to 12 mths to fully recover from this surgery but I think the aches and pains I feel at times could be to do with my age as well lol just take your time and get plenty of rest xx

    • carole62889
      carole62889 Melons08746

      Posted

      Hi.......no you haven't dampened my spirits.....I have read it takes a good year for total healing.    I can deal with that and taking it easy but I think any pains later on would be milder (I hope)😳😳 it's certainly 'nippy' today and a bit ouch!     

  • lori02294
    lori02294 carole62889

    Posted

    I am 5 weeks post-op but also had hysterectomy. I too am having some issues. Very cramps and terrible backache.
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