I had my hysterectomy 5 years ago - the best thing I've ever done. I had adenomyosis and it got rid of all the pain. Still have my overies. I was up and driving the automatic car in 10 days. Just took things gently for a month and was good as gold. Good luck and hugs.

I had my hysterectomy (TAH) last year (10/12/06). I thought the pain would be much worse than it actually was. I'm glad to announce that two weeks after I felt almost like my old self again, but would tire easily. I don't know what type of hysterectomy you're having, but here are a few things I've learned with mine.

Just remember, when you come home don't try to be Superwoman. Rest a lot. You've earned that right. Drink lots and lots of water. And for those gas pains that come walking really helps. You can do light chores around the house, but NO VACUUMING. Listen to your body as it will tell you if you're overdoing it. And don't be afraid to ask for help.

Always keep a pillow with you to hold over your belly. Believe me, if you have to sneeze you'll be glad for this piece of advice. It wasn't given to me and I learned the HARD way when it came to sneezing.

I wish you the very best luck. I joined a wonderful online support group when I had my hysterectomy done and it's a wonderful place. Don't know if I can tell you that here, but if you want to know the name of it let me know. It's all women who have had or are going to have hysterectomies and they're all going through it together. Everyone there gives great advice, lots of hugs and there's always somebody going through what you are. It was a tremendous help to me.

So I wish you the best luck with your surgery and I hope you have a speedy recovery. And always remember, the pain will pass and you'll feel so much better. God Bless.

Lisa

How are you?

I hope you are ok, you are prob still in the hospital, I would imagine.

I hope you are getting lots of rest, and having someone else do everything. All you should worry about is sleeping, eating, and cleaning yourself once in a while.

Hey!
My computer died and we had to get a new one right in the middle of all this!
I'm home for 5 days now and functioning. I don't do much of anything except take care of myself and boss everyone around, just as I planned. I'm still uncomfortable but stronger than I thought and not as exhausted as I thought I'd be- still very achy but stitches aren't burning and the gas pains weren't that bad- but I'm used to being in pain so.. I feel greatful for everything I can do and for when something stops hurting. I am definitely relaxing and going to be fine, but it will certainly take time.

Glad you're home and on the mend, a little bit better each day, take it easy. Hugs. Maree

I had the surgery two weeks ago today. I got a cold and have had a fever and coughing is not fun! I was reading about someone going back to work at 3 weeks, and I can't even imagine that. I'm still fairly miserable in general. I'm tired of lying down, of sleeping, of sitting and none of it is really comfortable. I was feeling great a couple of days ago and now I can't do anything! I had adneomyosis so I know I did the right thing. My husband got a cold and acted like he was dying, I had no sympathy at all!