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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [pinkfox] [ In reply to ]
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I had two ovarian cysts removed (along with both ovaries) about 8 weeks ago but had an open incision. There was concern of a possibility of ovarian cancer so the surgeon didn't want to take any chances of removing the cyst laproscopically. Also one cyst was very large (20 cm!) so too large to do it without the incision. Obviously with the large incision the recovery was longer but I am back doing everything I was before, just a little slower and my energy gets zapped quicker. For laproscopic surgery I think you will be back much quicker, I wasn't cleared to do any exercising except walking for 6 weeks. That was the hardest part as I was getting really tired of walking and chomping at the bit to get back on the bike. From others I have known who have had laproscopic surgery the hardest part was the gas pains afterwards. I had some of that but not nearly as bad. Walking helps a lot. And the best feeling in the world is waking up in the recovery room and the doctor telling you that you do not have ovarian cancer. Good luck with your surgery, remember to take it easy and follow the doctors orders!
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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [sto] [ In reply to ]
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Update: had the two fibroids removed yesterday via hysteroscopy. Gas & bloating up the ying yang (I look like I'm 6-7mo pregnant!), but not that much bleeding. Hurts to sneeze, but really happy it's over. Doc said I could try an easy run 2-3 days after the bleeding cut out completely, of with the caveat to stop if any pain or return of bleeding.

Funny thing, the day before my procedure, I got a letter in the mail with a ribbon: apparently I placed 3rd in my AG in the BC (provincial) 1/2 marathon champs race I did on the 12th. When I got home post-procedure, seeing that stupid ribbon got me a little choked up, knowing it would be a bit of a slog to get back to that time... but if nothing else, it provides some motivation!!! I spent last night trolling the local running calendar ;-)

Looking forward to camp in April!

AP

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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [IsuTriGuy] [ In reply to ]
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Hi,

I would like to know the name of the doctor that performed your wife's surgery. Thank you, this information would be a big help to me.

Thanks again!
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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [agat] [ In reply to ]
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Her name is Victoria Macklin in Omaha http://www.heartlandfertility.com/ is her office.


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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [HeidiC] [ In reply to ]
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HeidiC,
I was wondering if you could tell me what doctor you are going to who is the leading specialist in Firbroid embolizations? Thank you
Elena
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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [holdencain] [ In reply to ]
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Hello HC, I am new to this forum, have a fibroid the size of a grapefruit, am being advised to have embolization procedure done. Looking for advice! I worry about the loss of blood supply yo my uterus, other complications? Is there a higher risk of endometrial cancer afterwards, or just because of them? Anything you know, any websites you can recommend, anything at all is much appreciated
Elena
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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [elenamor13] [ In reply to ]
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Bruce McLucas in Los Angeles. He's a little bit Hollywood, but a good doctor. Information here.
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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [Tri'dItLikedIt] [ In reply to ]
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I'm kicking this thread back into play because now it's my turn. My 5 cm golfball-sized fibroid bleeds a little and cramps a little every week. Now that I'm into my 60th year, child bearing is a non-starter, but my entry to IM St George next May concerns me somewhat as yet another "Life Happens" interference to my training.

Does anybody have updates as to what worked for them? As of now, I can bear the discomfort, especially since hearing about others with much bigger growths. The good news is that my ultrasound did not find any cancer, so there's that...

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Re: Recovery from fibroid removal [SallyShortyPnts] [ In reply to ]
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SallyShortyPnts wrote:
I'm kicking this thread back into play because now it's my turn. My 5 cm golfball-sized fibroid bleeds a little and cramps a little every week. Now that I'm into my 60th year, child bearing is a non-starter, but my entry to IM St George next May concerns me somewhat as yet another "Life Happens" interference to my training.

Does anybody have updates as to what worked for them? As of now, I can bear the discomfort, especially since hearing about others with much bigger growths. The good news is that my ultrasound did not find any cancer, so there's that...

What does your surgeon say? If they just take it out via scope pretty soon, then next May shouldn't be an issue.

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