When Is it Time to Consider Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery?
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5 Tips for Making Your Recovery After Endometriosis Surgery Go Smoothly
If your endometriosis journey has been long and challenging, and you’re at the point where surgery makes the most sense, you’re certainly not alone in this decision.
Since there’s no cure for endometriosis, which affects more than 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, surgical management has become an effective and reliable path forward.
So, whether you want surgery to ease your discomfort, address fertility issues, or both, you're in excellent hands at Advanced Endometriosis Center. Dr. Ulas Bozdogan is a leading expert in managing endometriosis through minimally invasive surgery.
Thanks to his considerable experience, we’ve learned a few things about how to make your recovery after endometriosis surgery go more smoothly, and we share them here.
1. Prepare in advance
Whenever possible, Dr. Bozdogan uses minimally invasive techniques to remove problematic endometrial tissues and lesions, which can go a long way toward shortening your rehabilitation time, but there's still some recovery to navigate.
Most patients can go home the same day, after the anesthesia wears off, but you still need to take it easy for the first week or two after your procedure.
With that in mind, we urge patients to do what they can to prepare in advance, such as:
- Taking time off work
- Getting childcare in place
- Arranging for help around the house
- Organizing transportation
- Making some meals ahead of time
Anything you can do in advance lets you rest after your endometriosis surgery and allow time and space for your body to heal.
2. Avoid strenuous activity and lifting
In most cases, we perform endometrial surgery in your lower abdomen, so for the first couple of weeks after your procedure, you need to avoid strenuous activities and anything that places more pressure on your abdomen, such as lifting heavy objects.
3. Stay active
While we emphasize taking it easy after your endometriosis surgery, we’re not suggesting bed rest. We want you to move around as much as is comfortable for you.
Going for nice walks not only keeps healing resources circulating, but light activity also prevents constipation, gas, and blood clots. So, during your recovery, do go for walks, but skip activities like running or weight lifting.
4. Arm yourself with pads
Many women experience vaginal discharge after endometriosis surgery, and, likely, you will too. So, arm yourself with pads, as we don’t want you to insert anything into your vagina (no tampons) during your recovery.
Also, your first period after your surgery might be heavier than usual, so keep those pads on hand.
5. Follow aftercare instructions
Our team sends you home with comprehensive aftercare instructions that cover everything from incision care to taking medications for discomfort. Please follow these carefully, and if you have any concerns or questions, we’re just a call or click away.
To get in touch with Advanced Endometriosis Center at our offices in New York City or Paramus, New Jersey, simply click here.
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