You can expect to feel better and stronger each day. But you may get tired quickly and need pain medicine for a week or two. You may need about 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover from open surgery and
1 to 2 weeks to recover from laparoscopic surgery or vaginal surgery
.
How painful is prolapse surgery?
Usually the graft is anchored to the muscles of the pelvic floor. Generally this
surgery is not very painful
. You may feel as if you have been ‘riding on a horseback’. You will have some discomfort and pain, so please do not hesitate to take pain medication.
How long do you stay in hospital after prolapse surgery?
Depending on the extent of your surgery , the hospital stay usually lasts
one to four days
. Many women have difficulty urinating immediately after the surgery and have to go home with a catheter in place to drain the bladder. These catheters are usually only necessary for 3 to 7 days.
What can you not do after prolapse surgery?
Avoid strenuous activities, such as
biking, jogging, weightlifting, and aerobic exercise
, for 4 to 6 weeks after open surgery and 1 week after laparoscopic surgery. You may shower. Pat the incision dry when you are done. Do not take a bath for the first week after surgery or until your doctor tells you it is okay.
Is prolapse surgery considered major surgery?
Vaginal prolapse surgery is
a major surgery
with serious risks and potential complications. You may have less invasive treatment options depending on your circumstances.
How serious is prolapse surgery?
Pelvic organ prolapse surgery also carries the same risks as most operations:
infection, bleeding and blood clots
. Your doctor could also injure nearby organs during the procedure. With mesh placed in the vagina, there’s a risk of pain and infection, and also that the mesh will erode.
How many hours is prolapse surgery?
Depending on the extent of your surgery , the hospital stay usually lasts
one to four days
. Many women have difficulty urinating immediately after the surgery and have to go home with a catheter in place to drain the bladder. These catheters are usually only necessary for 3 to 7 days.
What happens if prolapse is left untreated?
If prolapse is left untreated, over time it may stay the same or slowly get worse. In rare cases, severe prolapse can
cause obstruction of the kidneys or urinary retention
(inability to pass urine). This may lead to kidney damage or infection.
What is a Stage 3 prolapse?
Stage I – the uterus is in the upper half of the vagina. Stage II – the uterus has descended nearly to the opening of the vagina. Stage III –
the uterus protrudes out of the vagina
. Stage IV – the uterus is completely out of the vagina.
What are the side effects of prolapsed bladder surgery?
The most frequent complications included erosion through the vagina, infection,
pain
, urinary problems and recurrence of the prolapse and/or incontinence. In some cases, erosion of the mesh and scarring of the vagina led to discomfort and pain, including pain during sexual intercourse.
When should you have surgery for prolapse?
Consider surgery if
the prolapse is causing pain
, if you are having problems with your bladder and bowels, or if the prolapse is making it hard for you to do activities you enjoy. An organ can prolapse again after surgery. Surgery in one part of your pelvis can make a prolapse in another part worse.
Can I push my prolapse back up?
In some cases, the prolapse can be treated at home. Follow your provider’s instructions on how to do this.
The rectum must be pushed back inside manually
. A soft, warm, wet cloth is used to apply gentle pressure to the mass to push it back through the anal opening.
How do I know if my prolapse is severe?
- Sensation of heaviness or pulling in your pelvis.
- Tissue protruding from your vagina.
- Urinary problems, such as urine leakage (incontinence) or urine retention.
- Trouble having a bowel movement.
What should you not do with a pelvic prolapse?
If you have pelvic organ prolapse,
avoid things that could make it worse
. That means don’t lift, strain, or pull. If possible, try not to be on your feet for long periods of time. Some women find that they feel more pressure when they stand a lot.
What is the best surgery for uterine prolapse?
Many gynecologists feel the best way to treat a falling uterus is to remove it, with a surgery called
a hysterectomy
, and then attach the apex of the vagina to healthy portions of the ligaments up inside the body.
What is the best surgery for prolapsed bladder?
A healthcare provider may recommend surgery to repair the vaginal wall support and reposition the woman’s bladder to its normal position. The most common prolapsed bladder repair is
an anterior vaginal repair—or anterior colporrhaphy
.
