I just started having vaginal pain Started having frequent UTIs Im a nurse and it seems to happen more when Im on my feet for 12 hours feels better when Im laying down but I still feel a burning pain ice packs have helped I havent seen the doctor yet for the pain because I thought all the pain was coming from UTIs but after being on several anabiotics Im realizing now that is a chronic pain I do not take any hormone therapy had acupuncture for hot flashes and no more hot flashes now hope to find the answer soon im open to anything that helps except surgery I hope we can find the answer I was happy to see your post. It has been 2 months I feel terrible. Most of the night I wake up coz of the pain and hot flash. I had a TAH 4 years ago and my cut was 7 inches vertically. It will also help with the emotional side effects of a hysterectomy. Here, learn about the different types, how and why a surgeon may perform this procedure, and what to expect during recovery. Hi Im almost 4 months post op and I too am having so much pain in vaginal area, bloating, body pain, headaches, abdomen pain, bowel and urination cramping, and so much more. I had a total hysterectomy, appendix, ovaries, uterus and much removed October 2015. I was seen by Mr Hall the Gynaecologist. It went away over night. Good luck xx. Some of these cysts cause no symptoms at all, but others can be the reason for severe abdominal pain after hysterectomy. Hi there, I just had a Total hysterectomy a week ago. I go back to work the beginning of March. Slight pain in the lower left quadrant of my abdomen has increased dramatically (in a band from front to back). sitting and standing exacerbate my symptoms of pain. Does anyone think I should be concerned or just over thinking. My incision is still pink and puffy but the nurse said it was healing well. If the pain persists, contact your surgeon for advice. Common after laparoscopic surgery is that trapped gas causes shoulder pain. Wishing you the best Sarah. It is common for people to experience pain, bleeding, vaginal discharge, and constipation after a hysterectomy. Hysterectomy in 2007. Im now building it up with ferritin and iron rich foods. I had endometrial cancer, so everything went. Oh, and my surgeon must be in love with office supplies.I had 45 staples. "There are studies . The pain should gradually decline and should be intermittent in later stages of recovery. I have read a lot of peoples posts on here and my heart Goes out to all of you. My doctor put me on estrogen only HRT. but it just got worse. It was a sub hysterectomy left my left ovary and cervix. At the moment I am immobile due to the pain. Unfortunately, i had leg, foot, shoulder and even my hand pain and numbness. Get an exam with your doctor. Post hysterectomy bleeding, when should you be worried? (2017). Im terrified of being labeled a druggie as my pain is insufferable. I had been suffering with hyperplasia in the endometrium without atipia, but it was felt it was best to remove the uterus to remove the possibility that the cells could change. I also am a hiker and can only do 1 1/2 miles every few days. A Verified Doctor answered A US doctor answered Learn more Fm. I also had a hysterectomy 2.5 years ago and also work at an adult store that sells lubricants. I went to at least 3 Doctors with one OB/GYN telling me all that was wrong with me was my age & dryness. I just had a partial hysterectomy done 2 weeks ago, I know i just had the surgery but, is it normal to have extreme burning pressure from your vagina? Watch what you eat. Laparoscopy through the vagina. Hai MNT is the registered trade mark of Healthline Media. Taking enough rest during the recovery phase is important, and doing too much too soon may lead to increased pain or tenderness. He then arranged for me to go to Cheltenham. I had an ultrasound and all was well. Well I still cant have sex. Dr removed endo from allhe says. I am just thinking I suffered all this to be in the same position again. I know that I need to increase my water intake. According to the Office on Womens Health, it typically takes 34 weeks to recover from a vaginal or laparoscopic hysterectomy. Its not crazy or all the time, but Im monitoring it. Was in hospital for 5 days. Next doc appt in 2 weeks! Dont have to be back to work until Jul 4th, so hoping things calm down by then. You should also know that the pain medication and antibiotics you get after surgery can slow down and disrupt bowel activity. I have an appointment with my GYN next week. Can you fix light bladder leakage after hysterectomy? I had slight bleeding which turned to a discharge at four weeks, the surgeon said this was ok but now at six weeks I had slight bloody staining again last night. If you own a pair of headphones that you like, bring them to the hospital. Will the procedure cure a condition or just treat the symptoms? You need to know that the bodys soreness and aches may persist for quite a few months. Started driving and small shopping again last week, and back to the bridge club and going to cinema, so must be very lucky. We do not spam. It hurts especially after bending down . You may want to talk to your gyn about that option. 3 thanks A 35-year-old female asked: Had a robotic total hysterectomy last friday and i've been progressively getting worse with pain on right side and right back. It goes away after a couple of weeks. Im writing this post hoping that things are better with you by the stage I write it, which is June 2017. Bleeding after intercourse in some one who has had a hysterectomy is not common. Apparently that was wishful thinking. I go for ten minute walks three times a day which seems quite enough at the moment. Oh Im sorry to hear that. I went back to my PC & DEMANDED a MRI. Hello Dear. Ha Brenda and Adrienne and everyone my name is Tracy I also had a hysterectomy on 1/22/2018 I had my tubes, cervix and uterus removed. Wind pain usually settles for most women a couple of days after surgery. 1 doctor answer 1 doctor weighed in Share Dr. Karen Jones answered Obstetrics and Gynecology 39 years experience Many possible: Causes including bowel issues such as constipation or pain from the incision or ovary issue for instance. My fiance was too terrified to have sex and cause me discomfort (thank God for this amazing and understanding man). Hope this helps. Hi I had a hysterectomy with a prolapse repair on 8 June 2017 and apart from the catheter remaining in for a further week all went well. Good luck and dont panic. (I have my left ovary and tube left). I had a vaginal hysterectomy a week ago . He came back with Tramadol (I live abroad and we can buy this over the counter) but although they did help, they completely zombified me for the following 24 hours. Tips to shift gas after a hysterectomy Long-term effects of hysterectomy on the pelvic floor that should be considered in surgical decision-making are: pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, bowel dysfunction, sexual function. I would insist and ring again for an appointment. Had catheter in my vagina for 12 days to drain infection out. My blessings to you. Last week I was told the clot lying on top of my vagina measured 9cms and fortunately has naturally shrunk to 6cms the other clot has now dispersed. There is always a small possibility that scar tissue or adhesions have developed after the operation. Reviewed by: Kimberly Langdon M.D. You may expect pain in the abdomen and bloat after surgery. My partner says I am not but was a bit sore the other night after a long session. I just had radical hysterectomy with Cervix and ovaries removed after chronic left pelvic pain and repeated DNCs which could not totally remove masses from uterine wall. I am 39. Pain management tricky. 2 June 2017 I am visiting the doctor tomorrow to see if I can get anything for it. I did apply a heating pad to my tummy the first 3 weeks and that seemed to help. Complication when they removed my enlarged uterus and lascerated my vagina in the process. During my surgery three major adhesions from the laparotomy surgery had to be dissected. (n.d.). I have gained 10 pounds since this surgery and yes its all in the abdomen. I quit taking them and quit going to the doctor because I truly felt she didnt care. Extremely tired and no energy at all! Pain Some pain or discomfort is normal after a hysterectomy. Hysterectomies mean a person can no longer get pregnant. is this normal? I was not expecting to have pain like this. I have healed well even though a small tumour was found in my endometrium after a biopsy. Every muscle and joint aches after my shift and when I sit down and get back up I can hardly walk for the pain. It took me at least a year until I could exercise without pain, I would come home from work at 5 and go to sleep. Went home the day after and staff at Liverpool Womens were just wonderful. When I was discharged home I had to ask if I could have some medication for when i was at home and they would only give me one box of analgesics. I am 31 so they left my ovaries. Later was told I have Strep B. Im over this. In the long term, a person may feel a sense of loss or sadness, or possibly relief following the procedure. Ive been to my Dr, more than everI have been seen by a surgeon, had cat scans, ultrasounds, c125 test, blood work, 2 colonoscopies, upper gi, etc. All rights reserved. The shortest version of my story possible: Over twenty years and nine surgeries with stage IV endometriosis, and I STILL cant have a bowel movement or intercourse without crippling pain (NOT a euphemism w/ the latter I literally cannot stand up straight after sex, sometimes DAYS afterward, if I can even dare to attempt intercourse). The Hot water bottle helped a lot! You can also do these things to help. I am searching for relief and have not found it yet. Im partially posting this to test the date that posts with it, because Im seeing posts from the future (Im writing this in March of 2017). Pray that you have a quick recovery. However, after reading the comments, its clear to me that I must stay off my feet as much as possible to fully recover. Wow am I glad I came across this forum! Can you comment? I have had hysterectomy in 2011 as well but over the years off and on Ive been in pain. Right ovary remains. Allow yourself to sleep, your body needs a lot of sleep to heal itself. Seems like I have been having the same experience. If so, the sooner you see a doctor and start treatment with antibiotics the better. Its 6 weeks now but sometimes theres still pain. My gynecologist is on vacation, so it looks like I am going back in the hospital in the morning to see whats going on. Pain has been severe at times, but I am taking pain meds. Is the ketogenic diet right for autoimmune conditions? Chronic nerve pain after surgery is sometimes called surgically-induced neuropathic pain (SINP). Had slight complication with stitches at top and bottom getting infected. But I still have pain and feel drained. The lithotomy position can increase back strain by flattening out the natural curves in the lower back. 2) kicking in my vagina or pelvic as if 9 months pregnant with Child with big feet. Not sure if you are allowed to give out personal details on here but let me know if you fancy a chat and I will put my details on. (OB/GYN)Date reviewed: 18/3/2019, SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER AND GET INSTANT ACCESS TO A FREE PRINTABLE HEALTH AND FITNESS PLANNER. I realize everyones experience is different, but most important is bed rest no matter how good I may feel or how bad I want to feel. It hurts to the touch. I had keyhole, so if youve a large incision, just be careful how to achieve below. Then I decided this was crazy and drank some senna tea twice in two weeks. Im anything but fine I had high blood pressure and took medicine for 20 yrs. I havent had any problem at all with sex. A salpingo-oophorectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the ovaries and fallopian tubes. That can be painful. Im using suppositories to loosen my bowel, it works wonders. Tons of gas tho. The dragging feeling down below lasts for about a month. Im consulting with a surgeon again next week, but I am worried that more surgery will lead to more scar tissue and make it all worse. My #s way down ca125 and feel so much better through chemo. Hey Carla, I had my hysterectomy 1/24/18 and I had same issues. It seems you must have gone back to work too soon, as your job is strenuous (on your feet all day!) , HI, I JUST HAD A COMPLETE HYSTERECTOMY AND A HERNIA REPAIR 2 WEEKS AGO, I FEEL OK, BUT WHEN IT IS TIME TO USE THE BATHROOM I FEEL LIKE IM HAVING A BABY SO MUCH PAIN IN MY LOWER PART AND ALSO IN MY RECTUM. Without these organs, a person who had not undergone menopause already will experience menopause symptoms. I was happy to see that Im not in this alone of feeling like the healing process is taking forever. This can affect various joints in the body, such as the knees, shoulders, and hips. Had uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and cervix removed. What type of hysterectomy would you recommend? is this normal? I had scar tissue from my tubal grown around my colon and other organs a mass & ovarian cyst. It look about 4 months for my body to get back to normal as far as that is concerned. I tried the recumbent bike and lasted only 2 minutes. Am not going back to work until July as I worked on a very busy ward, doing 13 hrs shift. A simple hysterectomy involves the removal of the uterus and cervix. Then you go once a day when needed. I went to the Doctor and she recommends me using a water base lubricant.You and your partner can both used it. I had a hysterectomy November of 2017 and Im still healing. i also had a hysterectomy almost 2 weeks ago. Women who choose to keep their ovaries should know that they have a 6 times higher chance of reoccurrence than women who have the ovaries removed. I took everything, stool softeners, fiber etc. The best way I found was to ask my husband to use at least 4 pillows (old heavy feather ones hold position better) to form an V shaped ramp for my head and torso (so your whole body is at about 30 -45 degrees). Horrible stabbing pain on right side after eating. Any input on the pain Im feeling or how long it took to return to a normal workout? As with most surgeries, women will have to deal with pain after a hysterectomy. An abdominal hysterectomy is an operation that removes the uterus through a cut in the lower belly, also called the abdomen. I had stage 1 cervical cancer and surgery removing fibroids the size of a grapefruits. I am 52. The last few days have been back aches and abdominal pain. For others, losing their periods can be a relief. One thought on " Are you feeling stomach pain or tenderness after hysterectomy? Typically, the vagina, lymph nodes, ovaries and fallopian tubes are left in place, but they may also be removed. After a hysterectomy ( I had one also), all the connecting pelvic muscle fibers weaken. A call to the nurse confirmed what I was thinking, but best to check anything that you think is out of the ordinary. When the doctor says no bending and to just rest for 6 weeks they mean just that learned my lesson. Hysterectomies have some risks, and they also mean a person cannot become pregnant. If a person has undergone a hysterectomy with oophorectomy, this means they no longer have ovaries. I have been on hormone replacement for the last 2 years faithfully. Since last check-in by GYN (post-surgery),which was January 19 Anyway, I know what youre going through. Im up most of the night laying in bed crying watching tv. You can call your doctor and see if he/she feels that may work for you. My periods were always heavy and lasted 2 weeks but last December, the vaginal bleeding was none stop. Before surgery, I could walk 4 laps around my block, which amounts to a mile. could it still be appedicitius? I got my Staples removed today. What are Signs of Adhesions after Hysterectomy? It has taken me longer to orgasm. Lower left abdominal pain after hysterectomy A 26-year-old female asked: Im a 26 year old female, i have lower left abdominal pain, it gets worse when i'm sitting and i lean forward, i've had a hysterectomy. Praying all is well! Hi i just had my hysterectomy 3 weeks ago i have pains in my stomach,i still have my cervix pls what is the problem? So sorry to here your pain and frustration. LOL! Hope you will heal again soon! According to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a person should contact their doctor or healthcare provider if they experience any of the following symptoms after their surgery: Short-term hysterectomy side effects can include pain, bleeding, discharge, and constipation. They also did a stent in my ureter because of a stitch that likely crimped my ureter, and we had to bypass placing a planned bladder sling. I really dont want to go to hospital and sit there where its very uncomfortable for hours waiting, Id rather wait and call my doctor Monday. The use of hormone replacement therapy is associated with recurrence of pelvic pain in 3.5% of cases. What a bad day I had today absolute agony. I had a complete hysterectomy 7yrs ago and i still have issues with pain in abdomin durring sex and even sometimes without intercourse. All opinions remain my own. You will get pain medication after your surgery. These will resolve as a person recovers. I have also noticed my bones creaking all the time which I never had before. But the other day I went for prob 8k walk which was over fairly rough terrain and since feel very achy also a very small about of blood but only the once. Vertical abdominal incisions are usually less painful than horizontal incisions. So if the pain persists, contact your doctor because something may not be right. Or just continue to deal with it. In this article, we focus on hysterectomies for gynecological reasons and explain: According to ACOG, there are three broad types of hysterectomy: Additionally, a hysterectomy with oophorectomy is when surgeons remove the uterus and one or both ovaries during the same surgery. My hysterectomy was due to two abnormal pap cin3 precancerous cells. He gave me neuro bion to be taken at night. it feels like my insides are about to fall out Im having sharp pains inside and it feels heavy please give me an idea of what this could be ??? Have you tried any meds that have helped for you? Hiya, its been six weeks for me and I have the same problem?? To download your free planner you will need to confirm your subscription by clicking the link in the mail we send to you. I feel pulling cramping sensations in my abdomen when I lay on my side, so ice been using a body pillow between the legs and as tummy support to keep my untoned tummy from trying to flop to the side. For potential or actual medical emergencies, immediately call 911 or your local emergency service. A hysterectomy with an oophorectomy can cause several age-related issues, including bone mineral loss, dementia, and Parkinsonism. Now its all cleared and now Im having severe lower abdominal pain. Thank you for your reply Esther. Other symptoms of women with adhesions may experience are: Pain after hysterectomy due to endometriosiss reoccurrence may happen when the endometriosis lesions are not thoroughly removed during surgery. I also experienced pain with sex and so didnt have much for about 10 months. I pray this paunch will disappear soon! Hope everything goes ok with you. Had completion surgery six weeks ago, this was following a laparoscopic removal of both ovaries and tubes in February 2017 just eight weeks earlier. In two days be her six weeks and she having the same experience, what did doctor do to help you. IDK where to go from here. Try to stay positive. Hugs to u Hun xx, Dont know if youve figured this out yet or are still searching, but being my exact symptoms I thought Id share what I know. Remember this was a major operation and it takes time to recover and adjust. Can anyone help me? Last 2 weeks or so I have noticed the return of pain during sexual intercourse. I had Total Abdominal Hysterectomy, Prophylactic Appendectomy, Left Salpingo-oofrectomy and removal of a left peritoneal cyst two months ago. I have to say mine was more uncomfortable than painful. I sleep with a wheat bag every night and live alone. I am into my six weeks and had a Total hysterectomy and had the same problem that you are having. Pain from sex. In the 14 years that Wetzstein has waited for a diagnosis, her life and mental well-being have been greatly affected, she said. I underwent a hysterectomy on January 14,2020 . I cant call my doctor til Monday due to weekend. Vaginal hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the uterus through the vagina. They went to tell I had cancer removed from my ovaries and that is why I had to have a full hysterectomy. How long will this last? About 10% of women will develop ovarian cysts after hysterectomy. How much pain you will feel after the operation depends on the type of hysterectomy performed and your individual susceptibility to pain. I am less emotional than the build up to the operation. At 69 I have been through my menopause (started at 55) and sorry to tell you this, I still get night sweats.and day sweatsnothing relieves it and I was told it might last the rest of my lifeheavens I hope not! I used faktu for my rectum then ate fruits like papaya & avocado for easy bowel movement. Take care and hope you have the answers you were after by now. I hope this might give you a little comfort. I was wondering if anyone else here had such dramatic worsening of bladder/vaginal pain post-hysterectomy. I was really all over the place. I cant begin to tell you the betrayal I feel. It helped somewhat; however, rereading Fiber Menace helped the most, along with daily walks 1000 steps to 5000 steps by the fourth week. Any natural suggestions?? Ive had exact sameespecially with bladder and lower back pain, bowel is getting better but I was fine the 1st-week post op. . Recovery is easier and faster than other. Will this ever get better? I called my new OBGYN (works for same hospital other Dr works for) I was told to contact my family Dr with my problems because I no longer have female organs. Hi I have a burning pressure where I believe my cervical stump is. I had a full hysterectomy less than 2 weeks ago and I have a burning sensation in my lower left abdomen as well. I have just had a laparoscopic hysterectomy 17 days ago and Im in a fair amount of pain. Im afraid Ive damaged something inside. I had a laparotomy 10 days after my first child was born in 2006, as I got a post op infection from an emergency c-section. I get the stent removed today, and Im super nervous but excited, as I think its causing more pain in my urinary tract and bladder, confusing the source of my current abdominal pain. Just wondering what summer will be like and then there is the old swelly belly. When does it start getting better. I am very swollen and hurt bad. after two courses of antibiotics I still had the pain, burning, pressure, spasms. I ended up getting that wonderful vaginal cuff cellulitis and was admitted four days in the hospital.. the most pain Ive ever been through. My first 2 weeks post-op were painful but after thats its been a lot better. Had my urine tested twice and they were negative. heavy vaginal bleeding that soaks a pad in less than 1 hour, changes in urinary frequency or inability to urinate, swelling, pain, or tenderness around the incision, severe pain that does not improve with pain relief. Constipation or pain with bowel movements. Things havent changed much for me. It is now the 20th of June and I am having bloating plus tenderness in my abdomen. This trapped gas irritates the nerves of the diaphragm, which then sends pain signals upward to the shoulder. Women with cancer or a pre-cancerous condition, Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. Suddenly got severe pain at base of skull. . Can you still get ovarian cysts after hysterectomy? Wake up at 7, prepare for next day and go back to sleep until next morning where I felt I was dragging myself out of bed. I had to inject dataparin for the first six weeks. Stick to really easily digestible food as wind and pooing seem to be the biggest causes of pain. I cant even sit and walk for too long. I am going to have some ultrasounds done. Be patient, rest(means just that-sit back read a book, catch up on your taped shows, write a letter, What the heck write a book or story of your experience, walk a little so you dont develop clots) but please rest and no lifting more than 10 pounds. Eat foods with lots of fiber. If someone has a painful or difficult health condition, their symptoms may improve, along with their quality of life. Im unsure about hrt as Im suffering from hot sweats and disturbed sleep. Im Almost two weeks post-surgery from a laprascopic vaginal total hysterectomy and umbilical hernia. I felt pain & had vaginal bleeding then spotting which i think is normal. It was a huge mess. Lower back pain, constipation, urinating a lot, my boobs are sore and hurting and now starting to get some pain while having intercourse. I dont think what I am feeling are adhesions as it is not a pulling feeling and there is no pain. Therefore, to distract your mind from pain, involve yourself in relaxation techniques, hobby classes, or light household chores. What can I expect during and after the procedure? Very hard to do when you feel ok. Everyone experiences different things with the recovery. I have 16 staples in me and very concerned. If the pain becomes worse during the recovery phase, there are chances that you may have complications.