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Robotic, "Da Vinci' Hysterectomy
Asked by C.S. from Milwaukee
on February 8, 2012
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HI Mama's-
After dealing with stage 5 endometriosis for the last 20 years, being done having babies, and being one of the 'lucky' ones who has post baby endo just a...
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- Mine wasn't robotic but it was Di Vinci. I had it one year ago yesterday. It was probably one of the best medical decisions I made!!! YAHOO!! Here's what I exper...
- I had the robotic Da Vinci this past summer. I too have had two previous c-sections. Definitely easier to heal from this surgery than those since the incisions are so ...
- my aunt had it and all of her symptoms were relieved and she was up and walking very soon after. We have that machine at my work!
Seeking Answers Surgery or No Surgery?
Asked by R.M. from Birmingham
on June 1, 2009
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My ob/gyn informed me on my last visit that i have fibroids i also have extremely heavy periods every other month or three months later it is never when it should be i...
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- I have some oral survey coming up myself , I have also had back survey since I was give the word that I have the big D. Both Dr want to make sure my sugar was under c...
- Ask your doctor about the da Vinci hysterectomy. Minimally invasive Robotic assisted surgery, normally no hospital stay required, 2-4 tiny incisions compared to a lar...
- I'm not sure about the fibroid issue, but I had a procedure called endometrial ablation for extremely heavy periods and cramps. You may want to discuss this with your...
Bowel Movement After Surgery (Maybe TMI, but I Need Advice)
Asked by K.V. from Lansing
on January 22, 2011
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I had surgery on Tuesday and have been on pain pills since. But, I've also taken 2 stool softners (they have an added laxative in them) a day since Surgery. AFter th...
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- I once had a problem and the doctor told me to drink a cup of hot chocolate. It worked. Good Luck!
- Eat prunes and take metamucil and drink lots and lots and lots of water. Also drink prune juice and peach and white grape juice actually after going through something ...
- The side affects of pain pills is often constipation, as I am sure you are aware. Try squeezing half a lemon in your water, that can help with a gentle cleanse.
Husband Travels for Work and Is Never Home.
Asked by C.M. from Columbus
on December 29, 2006
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My husband recently changed jobs fromm robotic engineering field service to over the road truck driving. He's always travelled with the robotic thing, but like for 1 ...
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- C., When I married my husband he had a job that required him to be gone all but a day or two a month. At that time it wasn't too difficult for me, but after a few ye...
- I am not in your shoes yet, but will be in about a month or so. My husband is quitting his job and going to go train for an over the road driver the end of Janurary. T...
- My husband has traveled the whole time we have been together which is 17 yrs. We now have a 14 month old and i am 5 months pregnant. I do understand how you feel but...
Gallbladder Removal
Asked by B.J. from Fort Myers
on March 19, 2007
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Hi ladies,
I have had an unfortunate series of events happen to me. 4 weeks ago I had an umbilical hernia that I had to have repaired with surgery. The doc said it wa...
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- Hi B.. I just had my gallbladder removed at then end of January and I'm just now starting to get back to normal. Alot of it has to do with the fact that I didn't take ...
- B., You didn't say which procedure you had. About 9 or 10 years ago I had laproscopic surgery to remove my gall bladder. I had lots of problems with running to t...
- Hi: My 10 year old step daughter just had her gallbladder removed last month and my best friend had hers taken out last summer, my friend's sounds a lot like your s...
3Rd B-day, Indoor Party Ideas
Asked by J.A. from Los Angeles
on July 11, 2007
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I posted this same question on Sunday, but no one answered, so I'll try again...
My son will be 3 on December 29th. With a Dec. b-day, out door parties can be risky...
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- Try a party where you can do a craft activity... like get fabric paint and blank white t-shirts, and have the kids paint their handprints or designs on it.. and then e...
- Try a Gymboree type facility that offers tumbling parties or even some of the local gymnastics studios may offer them as well. Locally we have an indoor "Bounce House...
- I don't know where you live, but if you have a gym close by you can do it there... like gymniekids or any of those gymnastic/rec. places are great for children! Go...
Life After Hysterectomy
Asked by S. from Dallas
on September 7, 2009
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I had a complete hysterectomy back in March and had some complications but now finally over. I had stage 1 cancer but it was caught in time and only required surgery. ...
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- S., you should not still be in pain. You need to talk to your doctor about this. There is an emotional aspect to having a hysterectomy that not a lot of people seem ...
- S., I can feel your frustration, but please be patient. You have to allow your body time to heal properly. It may take you up to one year to feel your old self again...
- I had my hysterectomy about 8 yrs ago. It was the BEST thing I ever did. I have never felt more freedom, relief, looked or had an overall better health since my surg...
Hysterectomy Info
Asked by M.D. from Corpus Christi
on January 27, 2011
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My mom is having a hysterectomy in 4 weeks. We live about 6 hours away and so I am planning to go there for the surgery and to help her. My question is.. What kind o...
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- I had a hysterectomy a week ago (Jan 18th). I had the robotic hysterectomy. I was in the hospital about 30hrs and was sent home. I had 2 and a half days of real pai...
- I would say it depends on her age and general health. I had a hysterectomy at age 34 which was 2 years after my 2nd child was born. I had c-sections with both so the...
- I believe 2-4 weeks.
Hysterectomy Advice
Asked by B.W. from Springfield
on January 10, 2009
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I am 44 years old, with three teenagers, and I'm scheduled for a hysterectomy Feb 3rd. I'm looking for advice from anyone who has gone through this. How do I prepare...
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- B. Wow I want compliment you on your extentive knowledge on the process. In my opinion you are correct to try and keep your ovaries. My mom is 70 and still has is...
- I highly recommend the site "hystersisters.com". A one stop web site that is the BEST ! Advice for pre-surgery, post-surgery & everything in between ! I used this site...
- I had a hysterectomy 13 years ago. I had no problems, but I was 37 at the time. they did not remove my ovaries. at 44, I would do whatever the doctor suggested regardi...
Prostate Cancer Side Effects
Asked by C.W. from Chicago
on May 5, 2009
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Anyone that can advise as to possible prostate cancer side effects they know of?
..........or websites that might go into this?
Thanks
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- Hi C., I am not sure exactly what you were looking for, but I wanted to share some information. My uncle had prostate cancer. His only sympton was that he had tro...
- I treat cancer patients for a living. If your talking about the symptoms associated with prostate cancer it can range from urinary incontinence or frequency to pain. I...
- WebMD.Com should be of some help to you.
