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Time of work after hysterectomy?

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Trish1971
Trish1971

Hi Ladies,

I'm due to have a abdominal hysterectomy with a vertical cut due to large fibroids in December. I know everybody is different, but I was wondering how long most of you have stayed of work for? I'm a bit worried as it is advised not to do any lifting for a long time, but my work involves a lot of heavy lifting and being on my feet all day long.

Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

TrishXx

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  • Trish1971
    Trish1971

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    Hi Ladies,

    thank you all very much for your quick replies. I think I probably will take at least 3 month off, there  no point in going back to soon and making things worse. I rather stay off work for longer and be fighting fit after!!lol

     

  • Mintdream
    Mintdream Trish1971

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    I  2nd that Trish!  I think I may have "overdone" things yesterday... I am calling the dr. today.. very sore, red, and the strips she put on Moday are 1/2 off sad

    Keep us posted on you do!

    Mary -USA

  • luisa1970
    luisa1970 Trish1971

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    Hi Trish I would say 8 weeks minimum. Even though you think you are all healed after 5 your inside healing has a lot to heal, do not rushback

    im7 weeks post op and only just starting to feel able to dosome bits. Back to work end Jan giging me 9 weeks of work.

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