Hysterectomy after gastric bypass (Please read if you've had this!)

 Hi!  I'm having a vaginal hysterectomy in a week and a half, and I'm curious about the experiences that others have had with this POST-RNY.  I dump on sugar, and I'm a little hypoglycemic, so I'm worried about the pre-op bowel prep (isn't a sugary-yuck that I have to drink?), and in the hospital, how do I avoid eating something that is going to make me ill if I'm drugged up with pain meds?  I'm more nervous about dumping or having a hypoglycemic reaction than I am about the surgery!  Can anyone who's been through this share their experience with me?  I'd really, really appreciate it!  :)Michelle

I'm not familiar with that.. but just a word of caution.

It seems that OB's and GYN's love to push Toradol.  They *did* pu**** with my 2nd labor (hello 3 ulcers!  That's when I learned it's an NSAID..) and they tried to pu**** when I had a hystoscope and a DNC to look for a reason for heavy bleeding ***   I had a paragard.  That's why.  DUH!) but I put my foot down that time.

Point is, if they try to offer it, JUST SAY NO.

As Sharyn would tell you, it's like Advil on steroids.  Really, PM her -- those are her exact words.

You know how easy it was after your RNY...you will be surprised how easy it is after a hysterectomy (its easier).  If it wasn't for the catheter I had for 2 weeks...and just being sleepy all the time..I would have never know I had a hysterectomy...don't worry or panic...it is a breeze.  And just think...no more stinking periods ..woohoo...


Hystersisters.com is a great support site...

I had an abdominal hysterectomy before my rny.  I did not have a catheter besides the first day after.  I had morphine in the hospital and percocet for home (which was milder than the the loratab after rny).  I would have your dr prescribe a no sugar diet to keep them from sending you sugary stuff.  Maybe you could bring some protein with you to mix with milk or water there.

Good luck with your surgery.  Mine was about the same as my previous c-sections.

Had one several years post op along with getting my bladder slinged (see if they will throw that in for ya..no more peeing when you sneeze or run!).  My WLS surgeon okayed the Toradol (just one dose) and it made a big difference that first night.

I had no issues.  I was in and out in a day and brought my own food.  I had it done in the military hospital and there was no.way I was eating the garbage they serve.

The bowel prep wasn't fun but wasn't that bad really.  I went on a liquid/protein drink only diet the two days before the bowel prep so there wasn't much in my bowels anyway.

I went home on oral Demerol ( I had been a chronic pain patient).

Your vaginal hysterectomy should be pretty easy.  Definitely tell your OB/Gyn that you CANNOT, MUST NOT have Toradol.  Say you are allergic if you have to.  Andrea is correct, OB/Gyns love to give this NSAID.  And it IS like ibuprofen on steriods. 

If you can, meet with the dietician a few days before your surgery to discuss your dietary needs.  You really won't be in the hospital more than 24 hours, so there won't be any time to meet after your surgery.

 

 I am having the hysterectomy, a bladder sling, and anterior and posterior repairs to correct rectocyle and endocyle.  (sp?)  Anyway, I will definitely tell the doctor no Toradol.  I already put on the paperwork that I need a sugar-free diet, so I'll double-check that when I check in.  If there's anything else anyone can think of, I really appreciate the help.  I'm participating on hystersisters.com, but there aren't many who've had rny on there... Thank you so much!  :)Michelle

You will most likely have a...
A suprapubic catheter comes out just above the pubic line and stitched into place. It has a valve that can be turned off and on. The purpose of this catheter is to drain your bladder until is is able to function on its own. The urine may empty into a bag strapped to the leg or another bag that may be attached elsewhere as long as it is below the bladder.

The suprapubic catheter is generally used with patients who have had bladder repairs, bladder re-suspension, bladder injury during surgery and may be left in place for several weeks while the bladder heals.

I had mine for 2 weeks...just make sure you have some comfortable night gowns...

 Wow!  I will.  I hadn't thought about having that...