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Vaginal hysterectomy due to prolapse, what to expect?

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caroline1972
caroline1972

Hello, I am new to the forum.  I have just been told I need a vaginal hysterectomy later this year due to prolapse of womb, bladder and bowel.  At the moment I am on a 6 month intensive course to strengthen my pelvic floor (it's none existant apparently).  I am really scared about having a cathetar fitted, just don't like the thought.  Do you always have one fitted after the op?  Also does anyone who has been through the same thing know how long I am likely to be signed off work for?  I work in a school but no heavy lifting.  Many Thanks in advance.

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  • Sally_66
    Sally_66 caroline1972

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    Hi Caroline, are you a teacher like me? A colleague who is a TA had a vaginal hysterectomy and was off 6 weeks. All depends on the type of op you have but it would say for your procedure 6 weeks would be the minimum. I had a TAH due to massive fibroid with bikini incision. A difficult op so I'm gonna be off for a quite a bit longer especially as teaching is an on your feet all day type of job. I'm having a phased return to work also. The catheter, as others have said, is absolutely fine. Don't worry about that. Good luck with everything.
    • caroline1972
      caroline1972 Sally_66

      Posted

      Hi Sally, I am a Learning Support Assistant in a secondary school.  I was sort of thinking it would be about 6 weeks to be honest.  Just need to get an idea of time frame so I can prepare things.  I work as a dyslexia tutor more than LSA and will have to make arrangements for the pupils I see daily.
  • fugazi10
    fugazi10 caroline1972

    Posted

    I Caroline

    Sounds like were having the same operation. I'm having a vaginal hysterectomy and bladder and bowel repair due to prolapse. My pre op is on Wednesday and my op on the 11th. I also work in a school and have told them I'll initially be of for 6 weeks. I'm getting nervous now but for me I know it's the right thing to do. Tried pessaries but they didn't work. I'll let you know how I get on. Good luck.

    • jacqueline67292
      jacqueline67292 fugazi10

      Posted

      Hi Fugaz and Caroline

      Sounds like we all have the same problem.  Bet you both cannot wait to be fixed, it gets very uncomfortable doesn't it?  I had my pre-op but all operations in my area (Kings Lynn) are cancelled because of the nasty sickness bugs, the surgical wards are full to the brim with these poor sick people.  So I wait, and I wait!  Trouble is I was geared to go, no nerves, just bring it on.  Now I know what will happen I will be a complete cowardly custard hiding in the corner!  Oh well at least I can Zumba until I get the call.  Hang on in there ladies.

      Love

      Jacqui wink

    • fugazi10
      fugazi10 jacqueline67292

      Posted

      Hi Jacqui

      Im just keeping my fingers crossed that when I go on Wednesday they dont postpone my operation for the same reasons you mention. Hope you dont have to wait too long.

      Love Tracey

    • jacqueline67292
      jacqueline67292 fugazi10

      Posted

      Hi Tracey

      Thanks very much.

      I will keep everything crossed for you for Wednesday, and that you don't get a delay!  Hopefully all the sick will be getting better and we can all have our surgical wards back.  

      Don't forget to put your picture on your profile page.  I keep persuading people to put their pictures on, it is lovely to see everyone, especially if you are having a bad time, cheers you up seeing the rest of the sisters.lol

      Love

      Jacqui 

    • caroline1972
      caroline1972 fugazi10

      Posted

      Hi, good luck for the 11th and when you are feeling up to it definately come on and let us know how it went.
    • jacqueline67292
      jacqueline67292 caroline1972

      Posted

      Hi Caroline

      Many thanks, I am hanging in there.  razz   I've started to rearrange the lounge, and thinking about ordering new furniture, hubby is praying I get my date, before I go through the whole flat!

      Love

      Jacqui lol

    • jacqueline67292
      jacqueline67292 fugazi10

      Posted

      Hi Tracey

      Just wanted to wish you good luck for tomorrow.  Remember the calmer you are, the better the recovery.  That is what my consultant keeps saying to me, and he seems to know what he is talking about!   Just think before you know it you will be in recovery mode and giving us lots of helpful information.  razz  

      Hope it all goes well for you and you are soon up and about.  Let us know how it all goes.

      Love

      Jacqui lol

    • fugazi10
      fugazi10 caroline1972

      Posted

      Hi Caroline

      Thanks I'm just making a list of questions I want to ask. I was diagnosed as anaemic at Christmas and have been taking iron tablets since. I'm hoping my bloods come back ok.

      Tracey x

    • fugazi10
      fugazi10 jacqueline67292

      Posted

      Hi Jacqui

      It's my pre op tomorrow ive got to wait another week before my op. I'll be glad when tomorrow is over and the operation is confirmed.

      Tracey x

    • jacqueline67292
      jacqueline67292 fugazi10

      Posted

      Hi Tracey

      Sorry about that I thought it was your op tomorrow.rolleyes  Good luck for your pre op tests, and hopefully your op will be confirmed.  Let us know how you get on.

      Love

      Jacqui lol

    • fugazi10
      fugazi10 jacqueline67292

      Posted

      Hi Jacqui

      Pre op went well all the staff were very helpful and the countdown begins.

      Tracey x

    • jacqueline67292
      jacqueline67292 fugazi10

      Posted

      Hi Tracey

      Glad your pre op went well.  Have you got your op date yet?  

      Love

      Jacqui lol

    • fugazi10
      fugazi10 jacqueline67292

      Posted

      Hi Jacqui

      yes my operation is on Wednesday. Mixed emotions, ive never had surgery before but its nice to be in contact with people going through the same thing.

      Tracey x

    • jacqueline67292
      jacqueline67292 fugazi10

      Posted

      Hi Tracey

      I expect your emotions will be on a big dipper ride for the next few days.  If you need to chat, rant or rave about it all we are always here for you.  Let's hope you are first on the list.  Much better than sitting around, doesn't give you time to dwell on it.  Remember calm all the way it helps the healing process.  Take care

      Love Jacqui lol

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