Hysterectomy Recovery: Top 3 Red Flags to Be Aware Of

[@CaramelT34]

This is very helpful. I had total laproscopic hysterectomy on May 8th and still have both my ovaries. I've been getting plenty of rest, doing very well and continuing to follow doctor's orders until I return to work.

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Thank you! Great job on resting and taking your time with your healing.

[@onewomansjourney760]

Thyroid hormones are an absolute MUST to monitor & treat!! Remember the Thyroid as well.

[@karenlong4817]

Thank you for the good advice. I can't wait to do some floor exercises. Im almost 3 weeks into recovery. I had a complete hysterectomy. Im 58 years old with other health issues. I want to get my health back in check. Looking forward to healthy living. ❤❤

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Thank you for your comments, I wish you the best in recovery. If you want to find out more about restoring your core and pelvic floor muscles, check out my online program that is easy to follow: www.level4pt.org/hysterectomy_recovery

[@MediumKimCopeland]

Thank you, love your videos. I am really taking them in. I am 8 days post LAVH. Was doing great, walking 30 minutes in the morning..but last day or so, feeling much more tired and uncomfortable. I noticed that when I was taking my pain med Tramadol, it kept me moving, but now that I am out of the med, I just want to sit in the recliner or nap.

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Thank you for your comment! Yes, it takes awhile for your energy level to come back. This I have heard a lot from women. Make sure your hydration, nutrition/protein, etc is dialed in too... Appreciate you watching!

[@hershey562039]

Thank you ❤so much . I had a total abnormal hysterectomy in June and I am still recovering. The pain is very intense on my left side a tingling burning sensation along with the swelling and most irritating is the sweating 😓 omg 😢. I’m very stressed. Aside from that I just want to thank you for this very important message

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

@@hershey562039 I’m sorry you’re dealing with that! Appreciate you watching my videos ❤️

[@lindasahadeo8193]

I hope you’re feeling better. I understand what you felt. I too had intense pain on my left side, especially with increased intra-abdominal pressure from coughing or sneezing. Otherwise, I feel good. I have been having a low-grade temp. My highest temperature was 100.7. This morning, my temperature was back down to 99.1. There is something such as having a fever from tissue trauma. This can make things confusing. My incision looks healthy and I’m not having any other concerning symptoms. I had my surgery on 8/7 and now am 1 week post-op. 😊. Thank you for your post. Makes me feel normal.

[@rossycorazon4568]

After a year I am still in pain every single day I was never informed I was going to develop a prolapsed bladder, I was left with adeshions which add to the pain. I am a 48 year old and feel like ann70 or 80 in constant pain around my pelvic area, my legs are weak , I have contacted my consultant she said there is other people in emergency situation it means I am not important to them.

[@WolvesandWhatnot]

Maybe Go have surgery to fix the prolapse. No need to live in constant pain.

[@kendrar16]

Hi there. I’m 35 with 3 boys…2 c-sections and 1 unexpected yet successful v-bac. My tubes were tied after baby boy number 3 but my cycles have been horrible. I had multiple fibroids so my doctor and I decided it was best for me to get a partial hysterectomy. My surgery was this past Friday and it went well. I still have my ovaries. I am now home and the pressure that comes along with peeing is horrible. I haven’t made a bowl movement yet so I was just curious as to how long it might take before I go. I have been resting but I can’t sit for long periods of time, so I walk around my kitchen island a few times every couple of hours. I have been researching people’s recovery journey and just taking notes. I appreciate your video.

[@traciemacau]

Thank you just had my surgery..11/7 the gas and constipation is my issue now

[@raenissamcintyre7120]

Me too I just had surgery on 11/4

[@deidregray304]

I wish I would have found your channel last year. I had a complete hysterectomy last July and I haven’t been the same since then. I used to workout 3-4 times a week and now I don’t have the same energy to do that. I have gained 20 lbs and feel that I have scar tissue on my incision sites, sciatica pain and feel that’s the reason I have not felt like working out. It’s hard to look at myself in the mirror. Please advise. Also going through a divorce as my husband was not supportive or there for me

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

@@deidregray304 I am so sorry to hear you are going through this, I wish you healing and happiness. Thank you for watching and glad you found my videos helpful.

[@yvonnethomas1537]

That is why I found you thank you again!!!

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Appreciate your feedback, thank you for following my videos!

[@shuntalefairbanks6931]

Also having a total hysterectomy or being totally menopausal can cause a higher risk of Heart disease . Due to low estrogen levels. Estrogen protects the heart in women.

[@lisafred1362]

Past menopause not a problem. Ovaries produce no estrogen

[@vandanasaigal7694]

Thank for informative video I have done total laparoscopic hysterectomy before six months Please suggest that may i go for travelling or not

[@vandanasaigal7694]

Sorry before six weeks

[@bloombloom4245]

Very helpful. Thank you♡

[@VirginiaDraggoo]

What about stomach cramping is it part of recovery

[@Beauwondertr12]

I have it really bad.I am in 2 nd week almost with a 6 inch abdominal stitch in addition to laparoscopy .I get sharp acute abdominal pains 😢

[@VirginiaDraggoo]

@@Beauwondertr12I have had it too

[@AnchorMoments]

Thank you! I had my post op appointment yesterday. So far I am healing well. I also was referred to a urologist who has pelvic floor therapy but they do not have any openings until the last week of August. Today is May 30th. I will be looking at your channel for any pelvic exercises I can start at home before my end of August appointment. My surgery was May 10th so I can't do any exercises that engage my core for 3 more weeks, but after that I am cleared to work out. Which of your videos would be a good starting point for me?

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Yes absolutely! Check out my program that is perfect for bridging the gap on what is some safe movements to start: www.level4pt.org/hysterectomy_recovery

[@AnchorMoments]

@@dr.dawnhealthypelvis thank you! I will probably be watching this a few times! Appreciate it! 😀

[@Everydreamdeservesachance]

Today, 7 weeks post total H, I am wipping the floor of my house with rests in between. On the 6th week.check I was told I can resume normal activities but not to lift over 50lbs. The space is just kitchen and bathroom and am being careful. I still experience pain in the incision areas but 500mg tylenol helps. I am still taking stool softeners to avoid bearing down.

[@ivettejesse7057]

Thank you I just had one yesterday. This is very helpful.

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Great to hear this was helpful, best wishes with your recovery!

[@lushpaw1]

Very glad to have found your channel. I'm having a hysterectomy with salpingo oophorectomy in 2 weeks and I'm terrified. Not only of the surgery (its at Harper Uni DMC teaching hospital 😭which is purported to be a very dirty hospital) but of the after effects.. like the nightmare I keep having that Im walking thru the grocery store and my vaginal cuff tears and my guts fall to the floor while everyone stands there and watches (no idea where my pants are in this scenario) So.. I'm glad to have found your channel on pelvic floor exercises and such.

[@Bujji0423]

How did it go? I am having this surgery in 2 days at harper..

[@lushpaw1]

@@Bujji0423 I havent had it yet.. not til the 12th. Ive dug up a lot of research.. some I wish i didnt know.. but as you know harper is a teaching hospital.. so there wil be students in the room. at the discretion of the surgeon, they can do pelvic and rectal exams on you. Its supposed to be by consent only in michigan but it was just passed in april so I dont know if they actually follow it.. Im going to request that its senior personnel only during my surgery.. No students. one of the videos i found is titled 'Medical Student Expected to Perform Pelvic Exams on 100 Anesthetized Patients While on Rotation' on this platform. u can also search ' students speak out against pelvic exams anesthesia' Im sorry if this scares you.. but in my opinion its a horrible practice and the more that know about it, the better. I really hope your surgery goes well and i hope you will drop me a line and let me know ur alright. 🙏

[@lushpaw1]

@@Bujji0423 sry didnt mean to scare you. huh think it deleted my comments.. weird youtube

[@lushpaw1]

@@Bujji0423 good luck tomorrow. 🙏

[@Bujji0423]

@@lushpaw1 it went well..hospital is not bad.. I had it at webber/harper

[@susankaranja2006]

Thank you so much for the videos.They are very helpful.

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Appreciate your feedback!

[@chytealthedeal]

Other than the pain meds, why is driving nor recommended? Thanks

[@K3r0411]

Because if you suddenly have to break hard you might damage the sutures.

[@chytealthedeal]

@K3r0411 Thank you

[@kristymeyers8415]

And how long is recovery meant to be? 9 weeks post abdominal hystorectomy yes i kept my ovaries but i have hot sweats heavh tingly all over and fatigue is horrid so is my appetite

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

@@kristymeyers8415 I’m sorry you are dealing with this! Recovery is very different for each person

[@dawnstone8671]

Thank you it was very nice helpful

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Thank you for watching!

[@neilyeats5859]

Do you agree that a 6 month double drip chemo every 3 weeks for 6 hours on the drip, is correct after a stage 2 ovarian cancer that had spread hysterectomy? They think they cut out all the cancer... But i'm more scared of the chemo as it damages other organs and lungs, and you can die from.that anyway. What is the very best thing to do please.🙏🙏🙏 I cannot afford to make a mistake. I have huge responsibilities, 8 children, no one to take care of anything, also the only breadwinner, i'm desperate please advice🙏🙏🙏

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

I'm truly sorry to hear about your situation, and I can understand how overwhelming it must be for you right now. The best course of action is to consult directly with your oncologist or medical team, as they know the specifics of your case and can provide tailored advice. They can explain why they recommend this particular treatment plan and help address your concerns about chemotherapy side effects. It's also beneficial to seek a second opinion from another oncologist to ensure you're making the most informed decision possible. Additionally, discussing with a patient advocate or counselor might provide some support in managing both your treatment and responsibilities. Your health is paramount, especially given your role as the sole caregiver and breadwinner for your family. Ensure you have a support system in place, whether it's through friends, family, or community resources, to help you through this challenging time. Stay strong and seek out all the professional guidance available to you and when they know your full history. 🙏💖

[@neilyeats5859]

@@dr.dawnhealthypelvis thank you🙏💖

[@hilc6777]

I had a laparoscopic hysterectomy 14 days ago. This weekend I’ve felt more of the fatigue and some discomfort in my pelvic and lower abdominal area. I wouldn’t say it’s unbearable at all, but definitely uncomfortable. Maybe I walked and was up too much last Week?

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Yes, take one day at a time, if you do more one day, then the next day will be a little more exhausting.

[@christinebryant8354]

Very helpful.

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jovdb4046]

Thank you❤for me it’s very helpful video.

[@kendrahartley8513]

I didn't really get much attention after my full hysterectomy they wanted to be home after surgery I'm like what, what do you mean I'm not staying the night

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

@@kendrahartley8513 sorry to hear! I wish you the best with your recovery ❤️

[@SheilaMaith-z5i]

Thank you

[@lesleythompson1824]

I had my hysterectomy yesterday, 10/23/24. I kept my ovaries. I woke up with severe menstrual cramps. Even with all the pain medicine I was still cramping very intensely. I am still cramping but it has lessoned over time. Is the cramping normal? I thought the cramping would stop because I don’t have my uterus and cervix.

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Cramping can last awhile and depends on the person, have you talked to your doctor about this? I would recommend you do. Thanks for watching!

[@lesleythompson1824]

I have my two week post-op appointment this Wednesday. I’m going to discuss it with her.

[@laurenmcgrow7042]

thanks so much

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Thanks for watching!

[@EsterLaurentius]

Thankyou for info,; I 37yrs subtotal hysterectomy done ovaries in for two week recovery...my question is will have my period normal or can monepouse comes early.?and night sweeting body mid night,,?

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Hi! I would talk with your doctor about this and what to expect in regards to hormones and side effects, I am not sure on the specifics of your surgery. Appreciate you watching the channel and best wishes for your recovery 😍

[@Aam2008mui]

is it better to do these pelvic exercises before the surgery ? what is best to wear after surgery?

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Great idea to do them before surgery! Wear loose fitting clothing with no waistband after surgery for better comfort.

[@sharonallen4573]

I am 8 nweels past op..infeel like I have a UTI

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

How are you doing now? Did you check in with your doctor?

[@SaraL-xm1xz]

Very helpful! Thank you! 1 week out

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Appreciate you watching! Hope your recovery goes smoothly and reach out if you have any questions.

[@pataiken6240]

I am 72 going through my 1st major surgery I have endometriosis, and after 2 d and Cs, my lining kept getting thick. I had monthly periods, up until I was sixty nine years old. The periods went down to maybe two a year. I'm wondering, should I still just keep getting D&Cs. I have never had night sweat. Will this change my quality of life. I am in no pain at all.

[@patmcateer4222]

I'm 71 and just had a hysterectomy. I should have done it 10 yrs ago instead of 2 d&c s. I saw a new dr and decided to do it.I also had fibroids but they said they were small. But turns out one was very large..so always get a second opinion. I'm 4 weeks out and feeling better every day.

[@juancastaneda1090]

My mom got a full hysterectomy in January of this year and its November and she's still in a lot of pain and discomfort, her care team stopped helping and no one has had any answers, I hate seeing her in so much pain and I just want to help her in anyway that I can, does anyone have any solutions?

[@sandi5596]

Sorry your mom is in such pain. Is she open to seeing another doctor since her current care team isn’t helping?

[@WolvesandWhatnot]

Have her consider counseling. If medical had ruled out anything medically for safety reasons and the pain is still lingering then it might be PTSD type stuff from the surgery.

[@juancastaneda1090]

​@sandi5596 I appreciate you saying so. The doctors that she talks to about her situation kind of seem to shrug her off.

[@juancastaneda1090]

​@@WolvesandWhatnotshe feels like it might be a nerve issue or that the surgeons did something wrong and won't admit to it because she's constantly feeling a stabbing pain and the doctors either give her answers that lead to dead ends or just pass her off to another specialist with no real solutions unfortunately.

[@MunizaGangat]

It’s been a year since my full hysterectomy, no uterus, ovaries or cervix. I find that it’s hard to lose weight. My belly area is getting bigger . Is this normal?

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

Check with your doctor to make sure nothing else is going on, might be hormonal too.

[@MunizaGangat]

@@dr.dawnhealthypelvis I had a mri done and nothing. Endo lesions left behind. I can’t take hrt since it was cancer repeated. But thank god no chemo was needed.

[@gudrunerlingsdottir4590]

I had an open surgery - they didn't take my ovaries I told not to take them unless there was something wrong with them. I have endometriosis. I have always been around 60 kg as an adult - after the surgery 2008 I started gain weight ! My feet got one size bigger! And 20 cm. scar on my belly - I have never felt the same and probably never will ... struggeling to loose those unexplainable kilos that fell on me - I have never struggled with food - always eat healthy ..... Dr. Berg said these surgeries should not be done except you have cancer ....

[@christconsolationchurch7150]

Why I'm I having pain in my answer after hysterectomy? and i am distress

[@christconsolationchurch7150]

Anus area pain, thank you

[@dr.dawnhealthypelvis]

So sorry you are feeling this, have you discussed with your doctor?

[@CaraAspero]

Same here 3 weeks total hysterectomy BSO dissection no ovaries no cervix and uterus and half cut from the vagina also connected with cervix .when I sit for long one and when get up is like my gand part will drop ...

[@yvonnethomas1537]

Thank you but the doctor never came in

[@Rainne10399]

Thank you