Pain Following Abdominal Surgery
It
is common to have generalized aches, pains and soreness for 1 to 3
weeks after surgery, especially around your abdomen and pelvis.
Recovery time can be from 4 to 6 weeks depending on the extent of
surgery. You may experience gas pain, bloating and constipation
for approximately two weeks after surgery.
Pain Following Vaginal Procedures
Menstrual type cramps and pain in the pelvis are normal after D&C, LEEP or cone biopsy.
All Surgeries/Procedures
You may also have a sore throat from anesthesia. If your surgery
or procedure requires it, you will be given a prescription pain
medication before you are discharged home.
Vaginal Bleeding
You
may notice a bloody vaginal discharge for several weeks after
surgery. You may use pads, but do not douche or use tampons.
Diet
Drink
plenty of liquids and eat lightly for the first two days after
surgery. Avoid spicy or greasy foods. If you experience
nausea or vomiting, resume clear liquids until these symptoms subside.
Activity
Rest
for the first day after your surgery. You may shower normally and
gradually return to normal activities. Avoid heavy lifting for 6
weeks following surgery. You may drive when you no longer require
pain medication. Following surgery, you must postpone intercourse for 4
weeks.
For D&C, LEEP or cone biopsies, intercourse is
permissible three weeks after surgery or once your bleeding has stopped.
Follow Up
Your
first post-operative visit should be one week after discharge from the
hospital with our physician assistant. Two weeks after surgery,
you should follow up with Dr. Schwartz.
Please call the office at (631) 376-0055 to schedule your appointments.
Problems
Call
the office if you develop fever greater than 100.4, excessive vaginal
bleeding (i.e. soaking more than one pad an hour), excessive pain, pus
or marked redness of any wounds, problems with urination, or persistent
nausea or vomiting, or any other concerns.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL OUR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WITH ANY QUESTIONS
OR CONCERNS. IT IS ALWAYS OUR PLEASURE TO BE OF ASSISTANCE.
