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Definitely nothing over a kilo (two pounds) for the first four weeks, then try to increase by small increments. Your body will tell you afterwards if you have lifted too much and in the initial period you can damage yourself and undo stitches etc,
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How long should you wait to smoke cigarette after a hysterectomy?
This will depend on whether you have abdominal or laproscopic hysterectomy and also how quickly you heal. The consensus in the medical profession is at least six weeks for abdominal and four for laproscopic. Be advised by your medical team and ensure you obtain a certificate of fitness to fly from your doctor as the airline may require this and your insurance may not cover you should there be complications.
How long can you live after a hysterectomy removed your uterus?
A hysterectomy does not affect your lifespan and this depends on how old you are now and when you are called for by higher authority.
How long does it take for healing after a total hysterectomy?
Depends on whether laproscopic or abdominal. Laproscopic usually has a quicker healing time as the incisions are smaller. Other factors are diet,fitness and weight. The average time is 4-6 weeks but is very individual.
Part 1 Can you still produce eggs after a hysterectomy if you still have your ovaries. Can you then use those eggs for invitro How long after your hysterectomy are your ovaries still producing eggs.?
You will still produce eggs after a hysterectomy until your body goes through menopause. The eggs are still viable the regardless of the hysterectomy.
How long can an ovary last after a partial hysterectomy?
Yes you will if you still have your ovaries.
How long does it take to do a histormetory?
It can take up to 2 hours to do a hysterectomy procedure but some can be done in as little as one hour.
How soon can you fly long haul after an op for a broken femur?
I am having a abdominal hysterectomy on the 22 August and am due to fly on the 7 September, will I be okay to fly if I take all the necessary precautions? This will depend on type of hysterectomy you are having. Laproscopic recovery times are much quicker than abdominal BUT you should ask your surgeon and doctor as you may need a certificate of fitness to travel for the airline. GOOD LUCK
After hysterectomy how long will spotting continue?
Spotting will continue for 2 to 8 weeks.
How long after hysterectomy do you return to work?
When you are ready to. It really depends on the type of hysterectomy you have as a laproscopic will be much quicker than abdominal. If your job entails lifting then you shouldn't return till you are fully fit. Average times are 2-4 weeks laproscopic, 4-6 abdominal. Speak with your doctor before you return and remember your employer may not let you return unless they are fully satisfied you are fit and may demand a return certificate from him.
How long should you wit to see a doctor if you have abdominal pain?
If you have abdominal pain, it is best not to wait to see a doctor. There is a cause for the pain and many things are easier to treat when they are small and insignificant rather than waiting until they become serious.
How long does hysterectomy surgery take?
The amount of time that they take varies from case to case. My mom's took nearly 4 hours but, she had a cyst on both ovaries. It also depends on which method they use to preform the Hysterectomy.
What is the longest organ of the abdominal cavity?
Small intestine is the longest organ of the abdominal cavity. It is about 20 feet long.
