Recovery time from a laparoscopic hysterectomy varies widely from person to person. Most people will have some pain and discomfort for a few days after surgery. Depending on the type of procedure performed, women may feel pain in their lower abdomen and back, experience vaginal bleeding or discharge, feel tired, and have a general feeling of malaise for up to 6 weeks after the surgery.
It is important to remember to rest and follow prescribed recovery instructions from your doctor.
If you experience any severe symptoms or have any questions or concerns arising after the procedure, it is important to contact your doctor. In general, the most important thing you can do is to listen to your body and take it slow as you recover.
Make sure that you get plenty of rest and don’t overexert yourself. You should also make sure to follow the after-care instructions provided by your doctor. With some patience and rest, you should expect to return to your regular activities in a few weeks.
Why do my insides hurt after a hysterectomy?
Feeling pain after a hysterectomy is normal, and it is important to pay attention to aches and pains that start to show up following your surgery. It is common to experience internal pain in the pelvic and abdominal area.
This discomfort can be caused by the swelling and inflammation of the organs and tissues affected by the surgery, as well as the release of gas during the surgery that can irritate the nearby internal organs.
Other causes of pain can be caused by the surgical instruments used during the ablation, as well as the muscle spasms and movement of the organs during the surgery. Additionally, the medications used during and after the surgery can cause further irritation and inflammation at the abdominal wall.
You may also experience tenderness and pain in the incision areas or anywhere around the abdomen, back and shoulders due to the anaesthesia and positioning of the body during the operation. It is important to speak to your doctor or surgeon if your pain is severe, or if new pains or changes in the form of the pain appear.
Some methods for dealing with the pain include taking prescribed pain medications; using a hot water bottle or heating pad to reduce swelling and assist in relaxing the muscles; physical therapy; and light exercise.
Why am I in so much pain after laparoscopic surgery?
It is normal to experience pain after laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the insertion of various instruments and scopes into the abdominal cavity through small incisions.
This can cause mild to moderate discomfort or pain in the area of the incisions, since the tissue has been cut, manipulated and stitches put in. It is also normal to experience post-operative abdominal pain, bloating and constipation, which are the direct result of the procedure.
Pain can also be associated with the presence of air introduced into the abdomen during the procedure and can last several days.
In addition, the abdomen and pelvic area experience manipulation and pressure as the instruments and camera are maneuvered, causing additional discomfort. The pain associated with laparoscopic surgery also depends on the type and extent of the procedure.
Laparoscopic surgeries that require more extensive dissection or manipulation– such as some hernia repairs, cyst removals and bowel surgeries– tend to cause more discomfort during the healing process.
It is important to take pain medications as prescribed by your doctor to aid in the healing and reduce post-operative pain. You should talk to your doctor if the pain is excessive, or if there are any other symptoms such as swelling, fever, or drainage from the incision sites.
