Life After Fibroid Surgery| One Year Open Myomectomy Update

[@ItsMyLifeDaralynn]

Your hair looks amazing my friend ! 1 year is so short . I'm watching now ...

[@blessedwmnofgod0418]

Hey there! I’m glad you’re doing much better. Your hair looks beautiful ❤

[@MacktheMaverick]

Thank you!

[@blessedwmnofgod0418]

@@MacktheMaverick You’re welcome!

[@daniellelbrown912]

You look amazing.

[@MacktheMaverick]

Thanks so much, Sis. Thank you so much for praying me through and encouraging me on my journey. I love you, always.❤️

[@jeweljohn2001]

When do you have a bowel movement after mymomectomy? Is it ok if you strain a bit?

[@MacktheMaverick]

I had my first BM maybe two or three days after my surgery (if I recall correctly). First, it will take your body a little while to "wake up" from the anesthesia, which affects your digestion and breathing. Second, some of the meds cause constipation. Take your stool softeners and try to keep fiber in your diet. I also found our Squatty Potty to be helpful. You really don't want to strain much. Your muscles will have gone through a lot and it's painful.

[@DanielleDaniel-qs2so]

I just had my surgery last Tuesday

[@jesus-the-way7538]

Get well soon so you share your success story

[@MacktheMaverick]

That's great (in the sense that I hope you get some relief from it)! Prayers for a speedy recovery, and let me know if there are any questions I can answer to help you. ❤️

[@ruthuzoma7722]

Is open myomectomy for multiple fibroid better for someone that wants to concieve in few months or laparoscopy myomectomy

[@MacktheMaverick]

Hi! I'll preface my response by saying every situation is different, so I can only speak from my experience (and those I've talked to). My surgery was open because it absolutely had to be. Most people say that the laparoscopic surgery is definitely preferable because the recovery is better. Even having had the aggressive open surgery, I was told I could try to conceive after six months. I've heard others that have had the lap version say 3 months, 6 months, or even up to a year. Again, it really depends on your individual circumstances and what your doctor recommends. And if you're ever unsatisfied with an answer and you are able, there's nothing wrong with getting a second or third opinion.