How long is recovery from Laparoscopic surgery?

[scootchie]

WOW!.....I've read all the posts up to 'last year' then I realized that it might just be easier to 'ask this' then to search for it....i'm one of those gals that 'wants to know NOW', sorry.  
My surgery is an 'outpatient' one at a local hospital, they said i'd be home by late afternoon at the latest (providing there's no 'issues') but i'd be 'out of pocket/recovering' for at least 3-4 days....NOT WEEKS....are they wrong with that diagnosis?  I really need to know, i'm the only one that works here in my office (it's a company that has two venues) and I do 'everything' and there's NO replacement or stand in.  I'm not even sure how my boss is going to handle this news, but HEY, it's my health and it comes first!  Please advise ASAP!
P.S. I really liked the idea of 'pre-making & freezing' meals, this way I don't have to rely on hubby for that.  As for the 'constriction' after surger....been there done that with my hip surgeries and there's no way I want to go through that 'feeling & situation' again....YUKKO, I think i'll research the bran muffins and 'fiber' supplements this week.  You ladies are great, i'm so happy I found this site!!

[cbehan]

Hi guys, i don't know if this thread is still working but I had laparoscopy surgery 5 weeks ago for a ruptured cist however im starting to panic. my stomach is still very much off to the point where im constantly aware of a bloating/semi pain in the stomach. it feels like when you have eaten a lot of carbs and my stomach is swollen. i'm wondering if it's just the insides still recovering or should i head back to my doctor? i havn't been given an check up appointment just a phone in clinic next week

[Jadafab]

Thank you for your advice on things to have at hand. I feel the same way you do I feel that the doctor did not prepare me for this kind of pain. The gas pain was just horrible and right now I'm just trying to make it one day at a time I'm thinking it's going to be two weeks before even feel halfway normal. Walking up the stairs is a major accomplishment for me I am very very sad about this and I really wish that I knew what I was in for before hand.

[Niccijane]

After 22 days of solid bleeding early in 2015 my doctor arranged for me to have a hystercopy and laparoscopy to investigate the source and do a biopsy on my uterus as well as remove cysts on my cervix.  During the op he found a large cyst on my right ovary which he "cleaned out".  I was supplied with lots of information pamphlets on all procedures and was provided with a script for post op pain relief.  The op was on 12 March and I put in for 1 and half weeks off work.  My surgery went well and so far I am on day 10.  It doesn't hurt to sit/ walk etc. lying down and getting up still causes slight pain/ discomfort in the belly button region as my bloated stomach adjusts to the change in weight distribution.  There is bruising around the area but other than that it has healed well.  Yes, I spent the first few days on the couch or in bed, no housework etc. but by day five when the dressings came off I comfortably took my first shower.  I was informed it could take several weeks for the bloating to go (the worst part of it) but I haven't any pain, some slight deferred shoulder discomfort but that is it.  The first two - three nights sleep I was propped to get comfortable.  If I had comment on painful aspects of post procedure it would be emptying the bladder, it's not pleasant I was well informed and told to keep myself hydrated regardless how uncomfortable (that's were my pain relief came in handy).   Also, if prescribed pain relief medication causes constipation (laying in bed doesn't help) ensure you have enough fibre (I received mild laxatives) you don't want to be straining.  Just ask your doctor for as much info as possible being well informed certainly helps.  I have slight bleeding, I have also been told to expect a gush between day 7 & 21 so pads are a good idea.  Hopefully so far so good, see how we go.  Pain relief in hospital recovery room is desirable, it helps when they remove the drain (which is one of the weirdest feeling ever and a little uncomfortable).  Hope this helps others that may need it.

[Samoszak]

Hi, how are you doing. I just had a few questions for you because I have the similar cyst as you. Did the doctors test or cancer and how fast was your cyst growing up to 7.5 cm.

[hefted]

HYSTERECTOMY/ PELVIC REPAIR Due

Recommended to have posterior & anterior pelvic repair and....vaginal  hystectomy... for prolapse.  Already surgery postponed twice due to chronic flu type symptoms ( still throat and conjunctivitis with discharge) which would affect anaesthetic...... but....panic!... now fixed for a week's time.

I'm terrified....after reading all that can happen.  I have no bleeding just excessive bloat and take 3-4 senna nightly to ensure bowel movement each forenoon. Urination is a bit unpredictable but manageable as I work outdoors. The prolapse is uncomfortable and a few "accidents" cannot be avoided but not unbearable as yet.  Family wedding is in less than 2 months time, and I recognise there are more than social reasons as justification for postponement again.  I am not ready for this....however fit for my age...after the dependancy being alone for over a year with fractured ankle then metal implant removal , before weight bearing possible to walk and drive again.

[Laurza]

Hi I had this done last Friday and I feel fine I was just wondering because I do mascoting and I was wondering if I would be right to so this on Friday coming it would have been a week but I do feel fine in myself x