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Gynecology (Expert Forum)
After rectocele surgery
Answered by
Keith Downing, MD - Obstetrics, Gynecology
MA
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After rectocele surgery
by rhondyann, Jan 05, 2008 11:30AM
I had a vaginal hysterectomy and rectocele 3 weeks ago. How long will the soreness last where the rectocele stitches are. I am not having any problems with the hysterectomy part of the surgery? rhondaann
Doctor's Answer
by Keith Downing, MD, Jan 08, 2008 07:52AM
, Jan 08, 2008 07:52AM
Hello,
You should expect a 4-6 week recovery before feeling close to your pre-surgery self. Then there will be a long-term recovery and healing process that will take months. If you have concerns about how you are feeling you should contact the surgeon who performed your surgery.
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
You should expect a 4-6 week recovery before feeling close to your pre-surgery self. Then there will be a long-term recovery and healing process that will take months. If you have concerns about how you are feeling you should contact the surgeon who performed your surgery.
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
