female only Hysterectomy anyone?

[Corridor72 518]

I just learned a few weeks ago that I need a hysterectomy. I'm a little worried about it. I'm scared they'll mess up my port or tubing and cause it to leak or that I'll end up with terrible post-op vomiting and cause a slip. Has anyone here ever had a hysterectomy after being banded? If so, how did it go? Did you have any problems? Any advice? Thanks in advance!

Edited August 2, 2014 by countrysweet

[lisacaron 5,075]

@countrysweet

I had my hysterectomy prior to banding. However I wanted to mention to you that I had my surgery done laproscopically and removed vaginally. The two incisions were at the bikini line and very low well under my stomach. They may need to enter via the belly button but you can ask that of the doctor before surgery and advise them of the tubing and banding.

If you can let your bariatric surgeon know you are going in for this surgery and have him consult with the surgeon who will perform your hysterectomy so that they can work together to prevent any complications.

Best of luck to you my friend! I have to tell you that having my hysterectomy @ 40 was a bit scary but it turned out to be one of the best decisions I could have ever made. I was in so much pain and experiencing so many issues that the removal of it put an end to. It has been three years since, and I am 100% better.

[Kathytej 134]

<p>I just learned a few weeks ago that I need a hysterectomy. I'm a little worried about it. I'm scared they'll mess up my port or tubing and cause it to leak or that I'll end up with terrible post-op vomiting and cause a slip. Has anyone here ever had a hysterectomy after being banded? If so, how did it go? Did you have any problems? Any advice? Thanks in advance!</p>

[Kathytej 134]

I did mine years ago, but next week they will be removing my right ovaries, too manny cysts and too much pain every month every ovulation is a torture...so i am nervous too. My WLS Dr. Told me what to say to the GYN to avoid problems with my band. He said if they need to call him he will be available. I am so scare, i don't know why because I know everything will be just perfect.

[lisacaron 5,075]

@@Kathytej Surgery, any kind of surgery can be scary. Don't worry, it's great that your Bariatric Dr. gave you some insight into what to tell your Gyn surgeon. Everything will go smoothly, and you will feel better without all the pain every month.

My misery started with my ovary, and what they thought might be ovarian cancer because of the size of the cyst they found on it. It was about the size of a grapefruit, but it was a benign cyst and they were able to remove it and the ovary without complication thank goodness.

Your going to do great, and you will feel so much better once you are out of pain. Please keep in touch and let us know how you are doing after your surgery ok?

[Kathytej 134]

Thank you so much for all your support. My surgery was reschedule to the end of August ... Insurance issues, so i am a little calm right now. I'll keep you posted.