It’s over.
I don’t have a uterus anymore. That was weird to write. I’m on some painkillers, so you’ll have to excuse anything crazy I say.
The surgery went great. I’ll write out the full story later when I can think a little more clearly.
Two huge prayer requests were answered:
- Surgery was laparoscopic! I had virtually no scar tissue at all, which shocked the doctors given that I’ve had four prior abdominal surgeries (c-sections.) I say Praise the Lord!
- I kept both my ovaries and my cervix! Yay!
- And of course that everything went well and I am okay!
My hospital stay wasn’t without a little drama – I put up a bit of a fuss when I was given a roommate in the tiniest room possible. So small, they could barely wheel my bed in and it broke off the outside catheter tube. But I was given a private room shortly afterwards and aside from one not-very-nice nurse, everything else was fine.
I was discharged yesterday morning. I have never been so tired in my life. I literally slept most of yesterday afternoon and all last night. I got sick a few times last night, but my nausea seems to be better now. I have no appetite so I’m trying to make sure I stay hydrated and drink lots of fluids and tea and things. That’s helping.
Overall, my pain levels are minimal. This is so much easier than recovering from a c-section! I can get in and out of bed with minimal discomfort. I’m taking percoset and Motrin, but I’m at the lowest dose and even now – I’m realizing it’s been 6 hours since I’ve had anything – and I’m doing pretty well. The gas pain is probably the worst. With laparscopic surgery, they blow up the abdomen with CO2 so they can see inside. This has to dissipate gradually and can be pretty painful. It’s not horrible, but it’s been pretty uncomfortable off and on.
I’ll post again soon. God has answered prayer. Thank you to each and everyone of you who have lifted me and my family up before Him. I am so thankful. Please continue to pray for a fast recovery.
I’ll be back soon!
Read My Complete Hysterectomy Story here:
- Girl Talk in Too Much Detail
- Hysterectomy at Age 30?
- A Surgery Date – Hysterectomy
- I’m Afraid
- Two Days
- Home and Resting
- On the Mend
- My Story: Hysterectomy at Age 29
- Healing
- 7 Weeks Post Hysterectomy
- 6 Months Later…After My Hysterectomy
- 5 Years After a Hysterectomy [2018 Update]
Questions or comments? Feel free to email me at erika at livingwellmom . com (no spaces). I’ve received countless emails from women with similar stories to mine and I love hearing from you!
Lori Overly says
awe, all i have left is a ovary. i had mine 7 months ago and had a horror story surgery. im still bleeding and cannot have intercourse =( Im finally making a appt to see anoth gyno in another county. im tired of the constant pain. I have heard other stories similar to mine since having my surgery and theyre done by the same surgeon. Im glad to hear of a sucessfull one.
Erika says
Yikes! I’m glad I didn’t hear that beforehand, Lori. Thanks for sparing me!
So far, things have been great and I had an awesome doctor. She was the same doctor who delivered 3 of my children and we have a great relationship.
I hope you can get some help with your situation, that sounds awful. 🙁
Raffa says
@Lori I hope you find a good doctor who will help you.
Raffa says
God is good. Glad that you are home and resting and praying for a very speedy recovery. It’s always good to stay hydrated when loosing your appetite.
Tiffany says
wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Sandy VanHoey says
I’m SO happy to hear you are over this and on the road to recovery. I’m also glad they were able to do laparoscopic. YAY for that. The old kind, not fun at all, huge scars and…well, we don’t have to worry about that. God has answered our prayers and i just gave a prayer of thanks. Keep us informed and do get the rest you need. It was still surgery and important you don’t push it. Get help from others, they will be more than willing and want to help you through this. God Speed!
Caryl O says
When my mom had her hysterectomy, the doctor likened it to taking out the crib but leaving the playpen 🙂
Glad all went well!
Carrie says
I am glad you are doing okay, but I hope you continue to feel better as each day goes by!
Jennifer Mae Hiles says
So glad you are feeling better, that it’s over and that everything went well!. At least you don’t have to fear/anticipate it anymore! Hope you can get some rest!
Nichol says
SO happy you are doing well and recovering. I had laproscopic with my gall bladder removal, yeah a bit discomfort. Continue to rest mama!
Danielle says
When I had my hysterectomy, the doctor told me I didn’t need my cervix anymore. Why keep the cervix?
Miranda W says
I hope you’re up and about feeling better soon.
aurie says
I’m so glad that you are feeling good and that everything went well!
Sara says
I’m so glad to hear that you’re resting at home now! It sounds like things went well! =)
Sue Hull says
Hi Erica,
Praise the Lord! I’m so happy to hear things went well. He never lets us down. I know how painful it is when they put the CO2 inside you. I had my gallbladder removed that way. It was very uncomfortable trying to release that gas.Lol!
I’m so glad to see your post. You’re such a wonderful and strong woman and I’m glad I’ve gotten to know you through your blog. I believe God lead me to follow your blog.There’s so many sweet Christian blogs,it’s so awesome being able to mention God and praying. I’m so proud to follow Christ.
Yesterday I had some exciting news. I won a Nook Color & $25 GC to Barnes & Noble! I won it from Melissa at Kate N Kaboodle. I’m sure you know who she is. God knew how long I’ve wanted one. 🙂
Well I’m sure you’re resting. I wanted to say Hi and make sure you’re doing ok. You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Take Care & God Bless 🙂
Erika says
Congrats on the Nook, Sue! How exciting! 🙂 Thanks for being so sweet and supportive!!! You are awesome. 🙂
Eileen says
So happy to hear all went well. Get your rest and you will be up and at em’ very soon!
LeeAnn says
I’m glad to hear that your surgery went well and was fairly uneventful. Hopefully you’ll be back to 100% in no time.
Melanie says
Love you, sweet friend!!!! Praying for you!!!
Freda Mans says
Glad you are well and recovering. Best wishes!
Kristen says
I’m so glad it went well dear! Just try to enjoy your rest. No getting up! 😉 I love you and I’m thinking of you.
Erika says
Thanks dear! Love you too!
Kelsey Apley says
Glad that you are doing okay for the most part, and everything went smooth! Hope you get better super fast and can feel normal again with everyday life!
Michelle says
Good News!!.. Take it easy.. and get better.. no rush.. ok?
shelly says
That CO2 stuff is very painful. I’m so glad that you’re home and recovering and that you had some good news with this. Praying for you to continue healing!