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Top 10 things I have learned from laproscopic cyst/ovary removal
It's been almost 2 weeks since my laproscopic surgery, I have learned alot both from experiencing it and talking to ya'll here on the forum. Time to share, because just maybe somebody is about to go through the same thing and has questions or needs help. It would be great if everyone added their two cents and we will have a nice "what to expect when your expecting laproscopic surgery" list...lol
1. Don't be fooled, this is major surgery. You could be having body parts removed. Don't plan on doing much for at LEAST a week or two. If you are lucky like some, you'll be up and at 'em. But if you're not, then you won't be disappointed and frustrated.
2. Make or buy muffins. Especially bran. You will need them. Don't ask me why. Ok...why? Because your meds will constipate you and make your stomach hurt. AND you will be too tired to make food. You can buy stool softeners too, but they don't make for a tasty breakfast...
3. If you can, shop for or prepare food and stick it in the freezer. And be REALLY REALLY nice to your friends and neighbors before your surgery. They may offer to bring you food. Don't be silly, say yes. You will be glad you did!
4. The CO2 gas may bloat you up. It might not happen for a day or two and you will laugh and say "I am SO lucky!!" and then "POP" You are the now the Pilsbury doughgirl. Only not as cute. But it hurts...not just the shoulder, could be all over. WALK, WALK, WALK.. around the house, it will go away. Could take a week or more, but the worst is the first few days. Try beano, mylanta, etc. too. BEST cure: Massage. Takes away all the toxins, pushes out some gas. Can't get one?... be REALLY REALLY nice to your spouse, significant other, children, whoever.... they may take pity on poor ol' bloated you and help you out.
5. Get one of those beanybag things that you put in the microwave. Put it on where it hurts. Warm feels nice and you can't get in the tub for two weeks. Your body might hurt all over. They say they don't drop you off the stretcher while you are unconscious, but I personally don't believe it...
6. Enjoy your downtime. Remember all those busy days you wished you could lie around, play on the computer, read books, organize your photos, google your old boyfriend, write that novel? Well, do it. Or sleep. Or both.
7. Sleep. Sleep some more.
8. Driving sucks. Try and avoid it until your incisions/stomach muscles don't hurt. (and you're not on happypills anymore...) It's illegal in most states to drive lying down, I believe...
9. Drink lots of water. Flushes out all the stuff they pumped into you during surgery. Fluffs out the sleep wrinkles in your face..
10. Get on this forum when you can. You will find wonderful women with supportive notes, messages, laughs, and you can read others stories to know whether you are "normal" or not (in terms of your surgery - if you want deeper analysis, try the psych forum...)
That's MY top ten, I hope you all can add a few of your own! Thanks everyone for ALL your help, info, and especially the friendship and laughter.
Have a great day!
Joelle
1. Don't be fooled, this is major surgery. You could be having body parts removed. Don't plan on doing much for at LEAST a week or two. If you are lucky like some, you'll be up and at 'em. But if you're not, then you won't be disappointed and frustrated.
2. Make or buy muffins. Especially bran. You will need them. Don't ask me why. Ok...why? Because your meds will constipate you and make your stomach hurt. AND you will be too tired to make food. You can buy stool softeners too, but they don't make for a tasty breakfast...
3. If you can, shop for or prepare food and stick it in the freezer. And be REALLY REALLY nice to your friends and neighbors before your surgery. They may offer to bring you food. Don't be silly, say yes. You will be glad you did!
4. The CO2 gas may bloat you up. It might not happen for a day or two and you will laugh and say "I am SO lucky!!" and then "POP" You are the now the Pilsbury doughgirl. Only not as cute. But it hurts...not just the shoulder, could be all over. WALK, WALK, WALK.. around the house, it will go away. Could take a week or more, but the worst is the first few days. Try beano, mylanta, etc. too. BEST cure: Massage. Takes away all the toxins, pushes out some gas. Can't get one?... be REALLY REALLY nice to your spouse, significant other, children, whoever.... they may take pity on poor ol' bloated you and help you out.
5. Get one of those beanybag things that you put in the microwave. Put it on where it hurts. Warm feels nice and you can't get in the tub for two weeks. Your body might hurt all over. They say they don't drop you off the stretcher while you are unconscious, but I personally don't believe it...
6. Enjoy your downtime. Remember all those busy days you wished you could lie around, play on the computer, read books, organize your photos, google your old boyfriend, write that novel? Well, do it. Or sleep. Or both.
7. Sleep. Sleep some more.
8. Driving sucks. Try and avoid it until your incisions/stomach muscles don't hurt. (and you're not on happypills anymore...) It's illegal in most states to drive lying down, I believe...
9. Drink lots of water. Flushes out all the stuff they pumped into you during surgery. Fluffs out the sleep wrinkles in your face..
10. Get on this forum when you can. You will find wonderful women with supportive notes, messages, laughs, and you can read others stories to know whether you are "normal" or not (in terms of your surgery - if you want deeper analysis, try the psych forum...)
That's MY top ten, I hope you all can add a few of your own! Thanks everyone for ALL your help, info, and especially the friendship and laughter.
Have a great day!
Joelle
hi im Emily and im 15 and i just had to go through a laparoscopic surgery 3 days ago,because i had a 6 cin. cyst on my right ovary , and im in alot of pain. i would like to know how long til the pain start to get best because i miss going to church and i have church camp coming up SOON. please give my some info!!!
I had a lap tubal ligation 8 days ago and still feel awful. pain for the most part is gone...lots of "discomfort" and difficulty getting back to my usual routine. had surgery on Thursday and dr. said I could go back to work Monday...wrong! the walk from my car to the office almost made me pass out :( though I am starting to feel a bit better, I was unprepared to feel like this...like my whole insides are bruised and just feeling down. hoping this week will be turn around. my advice- lots of rest, lots of ice, and let others help you around the house.
I had the laparoscopic surgery 2 days ago and seemed to be handling it pretty well. I had 4 big cysts removed. The gas pains haven't been too bad until this evening but even know it's bearable. My problem is the opposite of constipation. I can't keep anything in. Has anyone else had this problem? I'm wondering if I went to regular food too fast?
Good morning All,
I was diagnosed with a 3 cm cyst on my left ovary and also needed surgery for stress incontinence. I am 51 years old was left with the decision of whether or not to have my ovaries and tubes removed. I had a hysterectomy in 2007 due to fibroids. My dilemna with the decision making was twofold: did I want to go through surgical menopause (probably half way there) or monitor a cyst which may or may not have grown. Since I am a single working mother I opted for the ovary and tube removal along with the stress incontinence surgery simultaneosly. My surgery was yesterday; I was in and out. I have a follow-up this morning to have the cathetar removed. I guess it would depend on your pain tolerance level but I am in some pain. My inner thighs are so sore from having my legs open and in the stirrups during surgery (funny but I tell my girlfriends I feel like I have been gang raped, lol). It is also a little painful sitting down (down there). Overally it is not too bad as of yet. Still a little paranoid about the harmones they may prescribe and honestly do not know whether I will take them. I have a friend that after taking estrogen has now been diagnosed with breast cancer; she said that the Doctor told her the estrogen may have induced the cancer.
Is anyone able to describe the different changes their bodies went through after both ovary removals. Thanks in advance and remain blessed.
I was diagnosed with a 3 cm cyst on my left ovary and also needed surgery for stress incontinence. I am 51 years old was left with the decision of whether or not to have my ovaries and tubes removed. I had a hysterectomy in 2007 due to fibroids. My dilemna with the decision making was twofold: did I want to go through surgical menopause (probably half way there) or monitor a cyst which may or may not have grown. Since I am a single working mother I opted for the ovary and tube removal along with the stress incontinence surgery simultaneosly. My surgery was yesterday; I was in and out. I have a follow-up this morning to have the cathetar removed. I guess it would depend on your pain tolerance level but I am in some pain. My inner thighs are so sore from having my legs open and in the stirrups during surgery (funny but I tell my girlfriends I feel like I have been gang raped, lol). It is also a little painful sitting down (down there). Overally it is not too bad as of yet. Still a little paranoid about the harmones they may prescribe and honestly do not know whether I will take them. I have a friend that after taking estrogen has now been diagnosed with breast cancer; she said that the Doctor told her the estrogen may have induced the cancer.
Is anyone able to describe the different changes their bodies went through after both ovary removals. Thanks in advance and remain blessed.
Hello , im 35 and a month ago i had severe pain. when i did the cat scan they found my gall bladder was infected and a 7cm ovarian cyst. they where going to remove both but decided to only remove the gall bladder. the pain was bad when i needed to sit up and i couldnt eat anything so the vomiting was painful. i was back at work 2 days later. i have a data entry job. i did have to leave twice early do to vomiting. well i went back for my check up and my cyst is now 14cm and i am sheduled for them to remove it on the 19th of july. i spoke to my mangers and my plan is to go in friday the 19th and come back to work tue the 23rd. is the pain similar? i expect to hurt, to walk funny, has anyone had both surgeries?
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