Uterine Suspension for tipped uterus

tiffypoot · 11-10-2005, 08:15 PM

Hi all

I am 24 years old, married with 2 children. Officially diagnosed Oct '05. I have come to accept all of the affects that PCOS has on your body. After all, I will have to deal with and accept most of them. One of my major complaints is painful sex. I've gotten to the point where a love life with my husband is nonexistent and I feel horrible about it. Well, I have allready had my tubes tied, so I was pushing my doctor to go ahead and remove my uterus. That would take care of my MAJOR bleeding problem and the painful sex. He is opting to do a Uterine suspension to fix my tipped uterus (retroverted uterus) and he says that will fix my pains. He is giving me progesterone to get my hormones and bleeding back on track.

Has anyone on this board had the uterine suspension done? I am scheduled for surgery on Nov 21st and I still have a lot of questions as far as how much pain will I be in afterward? and does it cause you to bleed a lot shortly afterward? I will have about 5 days of work off after the surgery and I want to make sure that will be enough. When I asked my doc, he made it sound like once the anesthesia wore off, I'd be fine. Somehow, I don't picture it being that pretty. Any thoughts are appreciated ladies.....thanks

ChelNY · 11-11-2005, 05:23 PM

I haven't had it done, but I have heard of it. i'll ask my nurse friend and if she knows the answers to any of your questions, i'll post again later.

Pattyannruss · 11-11-2005, 06:40 PM

I hope you have a sit down job.

You should not be doing any heavy lifting for at least 2 weeks. That includes laundry. You can fold, but you will need help loading and unloading the machines.

Do not carry anything more than your purse.

They gave me 3 days recover time for my tubal(9 years ago).
It was not enough heal time. I also had a reaction to the gas they use to fill the tummy up.

Basic info....

Set timmer or alarm to take your pain meds(Tylanol, RXpain med)on schedule.
I didn't know this and it wore off at 2 in the morning my first nightpost surgery. I thought I was dying!! The gas traveled up to my shoulders and spine. That was the most horrid thing ever. It then takes at least 30 to 60 mins for the meds to start working. SET THE ALARM THE FIRST 2-3 DAYS!!
I have since had 2 more surgeries and have not had that reaction.(TYG)

Take a sm pillow with you for the car ride home. Place it between your tummy and the seat belt for added comfort.

Pack a bag or other it in case you get sick in the car. After surgery it is like being on one of the wildest rides in the fair! You may be dizzy and have nausia.

Have a place at home set up with your meds, extra pillows, tv, remotes,heating pad, blankets.(Couch always works, but a recliner is better to get up and down)

Have your laundry and other chores done ahead of time. Not only will you not be able to haul stuff, but sitting in the house for days straight may cause irritation knowing you "can't" do anything. I can sit and ignore all chores on a daily basis, but if I am sick or "not suposed to do", then I want to do it.

When you do get moving around please be careful for several weeks.
You will have internal stitches that may be uncomfortable.

The main thing to remember is any form of surgery runs risks or side effects.
Adhesions are the main side effect. It can attach to other organs and cause pain.(Could be part of your problem now)
Endometreosis can form in some with hormone issues. It usually goes hand in hand with the tilted uterius. So make sure to discuss endo with your doctor. He should be looking for it when he goes in.

I hope I didn't ramble too much.

Be careful with bending and lifting.

Don't over do it.

Have help where needed.

Set your alarm for meds. Try to stagger pain pills with over the counter meds.
Know what your taking. Some RXpainmeds have Tylanol or IBprofen in them, so don't take that same ingrediant along with it. Switch, example..
Percet has Tylanol with it, so I would need Ibprofen for added pain relief(at least 2 hrs between meds)
If you take Gluc,antidepressants or sleep aide, DO NOT TAKE RXPAIN PILLS WITHIN 1 HOUR OF THESE MEDS. You can have adverse side effects including halusinations.

I personally did not enjoy hearing "voices" in my bedroom!

Drink plenty of fluids(follow post surgery info for the bladder tuck)

Report any unusual pain,burning,etc.
It is very common to develope a UTI post surgery.
Talk to your doctor about this so you can have the proper
perscriptions on hand. (Ask for Diflucan anytime you get a RX for antibiotics)

Let us know how things go,

Patty

Pattyannruss · 11-11-2005, 06:44 PM

You can also visit histersisters.com

They should still have a full section on this type of surgery.
Keep in mind, they are not as "vocal" on details as we are here at SC.
So you may get generic comments with little detail.(Reason I stopped going there)

But I think I just gave you their basic run down(more details on meds) that they would give.

Patty

tiffypoot · 11-15-2005, 03:03 PM

Thanks so much Patty. You were a huge help.

Pattyannruss · 11-16-2005, 06:29 AM

Your welcome!!

I'm glad I can help,

Patty