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Hi, I am 65 years old.and had a hysterecomy 20 years ago.
An ovarian cyst has been found on my left ovary.I had an ultrasound scan, and awaiting Cat scan. I have been told that I will have a laparotomy op, -large incision, and may have both ovaries removed.
My c125 blood test showed a reading of 7.They told me thats fine, but need to rule out any other problems.
I did feel very panicky as I was told it would be keyhole surgery,originally, JUST TO REMOVE THE CYST.
How long should Istay in hospital, and what is the recovery tiome for this op.
An ovarian cyst has been found on my left ovary.I had an ultrasound scan, and awaiting Cat scan. I have been told that I will have a laparotomy op, -large incision, and may have both ovaries removed.
My c125 blood test showed a reading of 7.They told me thats fine, but need to rule out any other problems.
I did feel very panicky as I was told it would be keyhole surgery,originally, JUST TO REMOVE THE CYST.
How long should Istay in hospital, and what is the recovery tiome for this op.
Thanks Trudie, i did have open surgery with hysterectomy, i am awaiting Cat Scan to see if i need one or 2 ovaries out and checking for other things, due to my age.
I am priveledged now as a senior.I didnt find the hysterectomy painful really, just sore,and had to be soooooooooo careful.
After a month i started to feel better, and started driving after 5 weeks,but i think full recovery takes up to a year,
many thanks A
I am priveledged now as a senior.I didnt find the hysterectomy painful really, just sore,and had to be soooooooooo careful.
After a month i started to feel better, and started driving after 5 weeks,but i think full recovery takes up to a year,
many thanks A
How long you stay in hospital depends on where you live, insurance, and your doctor. I live in Canada and I was in for 5 days but I have heard of others in for as little as 2. Did you have open surgery for your hysterectomy? The recovery time is very similar.
I found a lot of pain for the first 2.5 weeks. Hugging a pillow really helped and very important to stay on top of your pain meds. My pain started reducing then and felt much better by the 4 week mark. It is so important that you just rest, leave the housework, lifting, twisting, and not overdo it. A little walking is good to break up the gas.
Good luck to you and please let us know how it goes.
I found a lot of pain for the first 2.5 weeks. Hugging a pillow really helped and very important to stay on top of your pain meds. My pain started reducing then and felt much better by the 4 week mark. It is so important that you just rest, leave the housework, lifting, twisting, and not overdo it. A little walking is good to break up the gas.
Good luck to you and please let us know how it goes.
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