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Leg Numbness s/p Abdominal Hysterectomy
by mvmullins, Jun 16, 2008 10:59PM
I am 33 years old. I am 3 weeks post abdominal hysterectomy + bilateral salpingo oophorectomy (after diagnosis of endometrial hyperplasia with atypia). My right leg is numb from the knee to nearly the hip. In addition to the numbness, I am experiencing what feels like "bursts" of electrical currents. Walking makes the site feel better. Lying in bed is the worst. I cannot get it into a comfortable position. I am to the point of tears.
I know this is common. Is there anything I can do to help this situation? How long does it take typically? Is there any medication I can take to soothe the feeling? The nomral pain meds from surgery do not help.
I know this is common. Is there anything I can do to help this situation? How long does it take typically? Is there any medication I can take to soothe the feeling? The nomral pain meds from surgery do not help.
Member Comments (1)
by TrudieC, Jun 19, 2008 08:37AM
I had some similiar problems. Some things to try is sleeping with a pillow between your knees and try upping your sodium and potassium intake - chips and bananas. That worked for me. Good luck!
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