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How will recoup be after DaVinci robotic sx for sacrocolpopexy w/sling and rectocele?
I am 56, married and have had 5 vaginal births and had a hysterectomy w/bladder tuck 11 years ago. I have rheumatoid arthritis and take a considerable amount of medication for this condition. I now have surgery scheduled for February 4th for sacrocolpopexy w/sling and rectocele repair via Da Vinci robotic by a urogynocoligist. I have a grade 3 prolapse. What can I expect post surgery? Very Painful? Will sex be better (alot of discomfort now)? I know I need to have this surgery (I have alot of constipation problems, and urinary incontinence), alot of abdominal and low back pain. I have been doing PT for a few weeks now. It has helped somewhat.
I am scheduled to have DiVinci Sacrocolpopexy surgery in two weeks. I have sciatica, that was relieved when I had a partial hysterectomy 5 yrs ago. They pain has been present for the last couple months. Does anyone know if this surgery may relieve or agrivate sciatica? Also what do I need to do to prepare for surgery?
Why the six weeks ? I am anxiously waiting for your book in the mail. Thank you for the support, you are an inspiration.
Thank you for answering the mystery question I soo badly wanted to known. I immediately ordered the book and can' t wait to get it. We need more caring bold sisters like you in the challenging world. I will think of you any time I pick it up.
Hi, sherrieP, i am in the final stage of choosing between a Posterior Elevate and a SACROCOLPOPEXY to treat a LevelII rectocele.( I also have a very mild cystocele which does not over concern the Dr at the moment). I am 62 and fairly overweight but in general good health otherwise in spite of 3 anesthesia/surgeries in the past six months ( including a terrible colonoscopy which triggered this new ordeal ). This will be #4 ! I have found an excellent gynecologist with lots of surgical da Vinci surgical experience and an excellent reputation. I have finally come to terms with all the risks attached to the mesh. I need to treat this POP ASAP and do not want to wait for an ideal product to come on the market or have a very painful abdominal procedure. I am leaning towards the SACR... thinking of more long terms to avoid further surgeries should I have de novo prolapses, especially of the bladder. Due to my weight and age, he also strongly recommends to do a partial hysterectomy ( leaving the cervix) & a removal of the ovaries(cancer prevention). Should I be very concerned about losing these two additional organs at my age ? What are the consequences for my female health and pelvic strength ?
Finally, I am terrified at the idea of having a Posterior Elevate procedure due to the fact that he needs to cut open the entire vagina and the higher risks of erosion, inflamation & infection... I am freeking at the thought of an eventual permanent state of pains & infections... Somehow, I also psychologically want to cling to my vagina at all cost ! Am I being totally "hysterical" eventhough I still (momentarily) have a uterus !
What is the title of your book everybody is raving about ? Hope to hear from you in the very near future. My surgery is scheduled for next week. Carpe diem !
Finally, I am terrified at the idea of having a Posterior Elevate procedure due to the fact that he needs to cut open the entire vagina and the higher risks of erosion, inflamation & infection... I am freeking at the thought of an eventual permanent state of pains & infections... Somehow, I also psychologically want to cling to my vagina at all cost ! Am I being totally "hysterical" eventhough I still (momentarily) have a uterus !
What is the title of your book everybody is raving about ? Hope to hear from you in the very near future. My surgery is scheduled for next week. Carpe diem !
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