Guest guest Posted May 14, 2004 Report Share Posted May 14, 2004 I am having my myo on Tuesday. I feel exactly the way you feel. I just don't know what to expect. I wish you the best. le > Hello Ladies > Well, it's down to the count to my myo on Monday May 17th. To be > honest, I'm nervous, anxious & excited all at once. The pre- admission > appt was ok then as I'm telling the nurse I have my period > (figures!), I just broke down crying. I guess all the emotions came > out at that time - what am I doing, do I need to be doing this etc > etc. > > Just thinking about walking down the hallway in the lovely open at > the back gown, hoping I will be able to have underwear on so I don't > bleed all over myself just made me think of the total loss of > dignity. I have never been in a hospital (as a patient), never had > anaesthetic, never had an IV, never had a catheter, have never been > on antibiotics, never had to do " bowel prep " so the whole process > scares the living daylights out of me. > > Thanks to this wonderful group, I know that the waiting is the > hardest part & that it's totally worth it in the end. I have read all > the posts on what to bring to the hospital which helps. I have a > portable DVD player that I'm going to try & sneak in so I'm not bored > stiff all day & I can catch up on my movie watching. > > If anyone has any tips to a speedy recovery - I would welcome them. I > know that everyone recovers differently but any assurance will be > helpful. > > Thanks again to this wonderful group!!!!! > Cheryl in Vancouver, British Columbia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2004 Report Share Posted May 14, 2004 Hi Cheryle, Im in TOronto Canada, you will be just fine hon..trust me.. How big are your fibroids? Just get plenty of rest before and after surgery..think positive and you will be feeling well post op.. I had my abd. myo on Sept 23/2003, it was so worth it..i have pictures of my fibroids and i can tbelive these things lived inside of me for so long..... I wih you all the best and God richest;s blessings upon you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2004 Report Share Posted May 14, 2004 I felt the same way before my myomectomy. Even though I'd had surgery several times before, I was still nervous. A couple of times in the weeks beforehand, I found myself crying in the car on the way to work. Frazzled nerves are certainly one of the hazards of a myo. Unfortunately, being in the hospital does present all sorts of situations you'd rather avoid, such as unexpected ventilation while wearing a hospital gown The good news is that you'll be so tired and so relieved that the surgery is over that you probably won't care. You also probably won't be bored. While I was in the hospital (I stayed one night), I had just enough energy to read a few pages of my novel, do a few anacrostic puzzles, and rest with my eyes cosed while listening to music on my Walkman. I also took a few walks around the halls and basked in sun in the patients' lounge, where I had a nice conversation with another patient. Here are some things you can do to help speed up recovery from a myomectomy: * Walk as soon as possible after your surgery. This helps with digestion, circulation, and clearing your head of anesthesia. * Use only as much pain medication as you need. If you use a lot of pain medication, your head will be fuzzy longer, your digestive system will be sluggish and constipated, and you may be more nauseous than you would otherwise. * Think positive. I really believe it's true that it helps to go into surgery with the belief that you are strong, you can handle whatever happens, and you will recover quickly. I went in thinking that I wasn't going to spend even one more night in the hospital than I had to, and I ended up spending only one night there. I can't emphasize enough the power of going in to surgery with the attitude that you will take the bull by the horns. * Keep focused on the future. The days right before a myo are scary, and the days immediately afterward will be somewhat uncomfortable and sometimes painful. But keep thinking about the fact that once the myo is over, you will be fibroid-free, and 4-6 weeks after the surgery, you will feel like yourself again. I hope all goes well for you and all the other women who have upcoming myomectomies. Cheryl cherinvan19 cherinvan19@...> wrote: > Hello Ladies > Well, it's down to the count to my myo on Monday May 17th. To be > honest, I'm nervous, anxious & excited all at once. The pre-admission > appt was ok then as I'm telling the nurse I have my period > (figures!), I just broke down crying. I guess all the emotions came > out at that time - what am I doing, do I need to be doing this etc > etc. > > Just thinking about walking down the hallway in the lovely open at > the back gown, hoping I will be able to have underwear on so I don't > bleed all over myself just made me think of the total loss of > dignity. I have never been in a hospital (as a patient), never had > anaesthetic, never had an IV, never had a catheter, have never been > on antibiotics, never had to do " bowel prep " so the whole process > scares the living daylights out of me. > > Thanks to this wonderful group, I know that the waiting is the > hardest part & that it's totally worth it in the end. I have read all > the posts on what to bring to the hospital which helps. I have a > portable DVD player that I'm going to try & sneak in so I'm not bored > stiff all day & I can catch up on my movie watching. > > If anyone has any tips to a speedy recovery - I would welcome them. I > know that everyone recovers differently but any assurance will be > helpful. > > Thanks again to this wonderful group!!!!! > Cheryl in Vancouver, British Columbia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2004 Report Share Posted May 14, 2004 Cheryl, I had my myo April 22nd and felt exactly the same way you did going in. I had never been in the hospital, etc. Turns out the waiting is the hardest part. Once you go in and it's all over with you can begin moving forward and healing without the fibroids. I agree that walking is one of the best things you can do. I've also been seeing an acupuncturist once a week since my surgery and I think it has really sped up my healing. You are going to do great! My thoughts will be with you Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2004 Report Share Posted May 14, 2004 Dear Natnice, You mentioned your were from Toronto. Were you happy with your surgeon? What is his name and which hospital does he work from? How many fibroids did you have and how big were they? Do you still have a period? If you do not mind me asking how old are you? Natnice nasmuchluv2003@...> wrote: Hi Cheryle, Im in TOronto Canada, you will be just fine hon..trust me.. How big are your fibroids? Just get plenty of rest before and after surgery..think positive and you will be feeling well post op.. I had my abd. myo on Sept 23/2003, it was so worth it..i have pictures of my fibroids and i can tbelive these things lived inside of me for so long..... I wih you all the best and God richest;s blessings upon you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2004 Report Share Posted May 14, 2004 Cheryl, You have made the right decision by having a myo. I had mine in Sept 2003 and I am glad I did it. My life and health are so much better. I have lost weight, have no more pain, and don't look pregnant anymore. Take it easy your first 2 weeks postop. NO lifting, no stairs. You'll be fine. Best Wishes, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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