Re: Upcoming Myomectomy - scarring

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I do wonder how others deal with such deep scarring- but I know from

personal experience that almost any scar tissue can be softened or

broken down with massage and heat. Moving blood through the area over

time can certainly help. I've managed to get rid of bruises and

minimize other deep scar tissue with massage- but I've never actually

dealth with an incision like the one you get in a myo.

My 2cents.

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> > Hi all,

> >

> > I tried searching the archives, but there is so much on myomectomy

> that it's nearly impossible to find relevant info. After two years

of

> watching and waiting, I'm scheduled for a myomectomy a week from

> today. I'm a nervous wreck, but fine other than that. I was

> wondering if any experienced myo patients could offer advice on any

> of the following:

> >

> > 1. What should I take with me to the hospital? So far, my list

> includes living will and healthcare power of attorney documents, a

> robe, slippers, hairbrush, sanitary pads, lotion, toothbrush,

> magazines, gum, undies, and a camera.

> >

> > 2. Is there anything good to use to minimize scarring?

> >

> > 3. I'm supposed to take Citrate Magnesium the day before and be on

> a liquid diet for 24 hours prior to surgery. Does anyone have

> experiences/advice to share on that? I've taken the day before

> surgery off, to get stuff done. My stepmom said she was in the

> bathroom continually after taking the citrate magnesium.

> >

> > 4. Any issues/questions I should bring up with the doc that you

> wish you would have asked ahead of time? I've already asked him the

> important stuff like how many myos has he performed, how many turned

> into hyst, how many required transfusion, etc.

> >

> > 5. Any personal myo accounts from start to finish or other myo

> advice are also welcome. Please feel free to e-mail me offline if

> you'd prefer.

> >

> > Despite being nervous, I'm looking forward to two things: knowing

> this fibroid is gone and getting away from work for a few weeks! :

)

> >

> > Best wishes to all,

> >