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Hi.  I am having laparoscopic hysterectomy with ovary removel (removal).(Brca  gene) I have a one year old baby. I was told I can't pick up anything over 10pounds. No yoga or anything  either .  For 4 weeeks. Wow is this really true?? Is there a procedure with better post op recovery?

[gah_70]

Yes, this is true.  It takes that long for the internal parts to heal correctly.  You could risk a hernia, or even ripped stitches if you try to do too much too quickly.  Laparoscopic is also the procedure with the fastest recovery time.  It's that vs. an open procedure.  

Best wishes.

Gail  

[shewrites]

I understand that you want the hysterectomy due to BRCA issues.  But it's still an elective procedure.   Perhaps you could postpone the surgery for a year or two, until the baby is less likely to have to be picked up constantly.  With regular monitoring, you should be okay.  Caught early, ovca is curable.  Just a thought.