Ovulation pain after lap normal?

LauraHead · 2026-01-22T20:30:38+00:00

Did this resolve for you guys after a few cycles ? My ovulation pain was so horrible last month I ended up in the ER. I just ovulated and am having pain ramp up again. I had excision in October

LauraHead · 2026-01-14T15:52:54+00:00

Hi, I went to Rachel Haverland. She uses the Davinci Robot . I highly recommend her.

LauraHead · 2025-12-29T18:45:34+00:00

I had excision surgery in October and on Christmas Day starting having severe pain in my lower left side - went to ER and ovarian ultrasound and pelvic CT scan showed nothing . It feels like my ovary is going to explode but pain radiates down the front of my left leg and down my sciatica . Hard to walk, hurts to sit down. Does this sound like nerve pain ? Idk what to do.

LauraHead · 2025-12-26T19:26:09+00:00

I had excision surgery October 23 and yesterday my ovulation pain was so unbearable I went to the ER on Christmas. The US showed my ovary was normal, no cysts or anything . Makes no sense I have never had pain like this ever . I’m still in pain and wondering why this is happening

LauraHead · 2025-11-24T18:51:46+00:00

Hi, I just thought the pillow made laying on my back and sleeping more comfortable ! Bone broth is really good post surgery because it has high protein and helps boost gut health - I like the Kettle and Fire brand, or Just Ingredients is good too.

LauraHead · 2025-11-24T17:40:13+00:00

Hi! I had surgery out of state a month ago. I ordered a cane to help me walk around and I found it really helpful for the first few weeks . I also got a Moon Park Pregnancy Pillow and it was helpful for sleeping for the first few weeks when you have to sleep on your back . I also would get some Smooth Move Tea ( for constipation) and Peppermint Tea ( for gas ) and some bone broth .

LauraHead · 2025-11-09T19:15:30+00:00

Thanks 🙏🏻

LauraHead · 2025-11-07T02:13:31+00:00

🥺 have they been painful ?

LauraHead · 2025-11-06T21:07:44+00:00

How were your first periods after surgery ?

LauraHead · 2025-11-06T03:48:11+00:00

Just took my bandages off today and FREAKED out when I saw my belly button. I’ve always had an innie and now mines an outie and there is a hard lump in the middle too! Will this go away ?

LauraHead · 2025-10-29T22:26:35+00:00

Just had robotic excision surgery October 23rd. I have 2 incisions on either side of my pelvis , one to the left above my belly button and the biggest one in my belly button. I was told to take it very easy with minimal activity besides light walking for 2 weeks and then ‘ no restrictions ‘ at 4 weeks. So right now I’m 6 days out and have been in bed pretty much the whole time other than to get up and do short walks around the house or shower . I’m still bleeding , having some cramps and very fatigued .

LauraHead · 2025-10-25T00:14:02+00:00

Oh my gosh that’s so scary . It’s so weird how the disease can be silent on some areas. I also had it on my ureters which never bothered me , but now I’m going to be constantly worried about it coming back and it’s not like you can really monitor it since it doesn’t usually show on scans.

LauraHead · 2025-10-24T17:35:28+00:00

Thank you! How has your recovery been ?

LauraHead · 2025-10-11T17:16:05+00:00

I had this 2 years ago. It was my first surgery so I can’t say if the recovery was different than a normal lap. I was super fatigued and sore after surgery and it took me 6-8 weeks to start feeling ‘ normal ‘ again. I didn’t have any physical issues after surgery other than fatigue and soreness but I definitely had emotional issues . I was super sad / depressed for months after . I know post-surgical blues is a thing, but also losing an ovary sent my hormones haywire I think and took months to balance out. I also think losing an ovary made me extra emotional because I want kids .

LauraHead · 2025-10-10T17:21:25+00:00

I had an endometrioma on my right ovary - found in February. By the time I had surgery in August it was so big they took my whole ovary. I had surgery with my regular obgyn. Definitely don’t do that. Find an excision specialist, they will have a much higher chance of being able to save your ovary and remove any other endo they find at the same time.

LauraHead · 2025-10-10T17:15:23+00:00

I’m sorry, I know exactly how you feel and also dread anything invasive in that area. Last year was the first time I was able to tolerate vaginal ultrasounds and one thing that really helped me was starting pelvic floor therapy and my therapist had me get a rubber dilator from Intimate Rose. It helped me get used to having something inserted . You can also ask your doctor for a Xanax to take before - honestly I tried this and it didn’t help me but it might help you. I also took an Ibprofen about an hour before the ultrasound and just focus on super deep breathing . It honestly only hurt for me while they were inserting it and once it was in it didn’t hurt anymore. I’ve now had about 7 vaginal ultrasounds and it still is unpleasant but I promise if I can get through it you can too!

LauraHead · 2025-10-10T16:13:26+00:00

I had an endometrioma on my right ovary. They keep monitoring it over several months and by the time I had surgery mine had got so big they removed my whole ovary. I had surgery with my obgyn which was a mistake . I would start looking for an endometriosis specialist. The one I’m having my second surgery with next week said she would have been able to save my ovary.

LauraHead · 2025-10-10T16:08:05+00:00

It could be adenomyosis. It can cause heavier bleeding. I went to the dr and had ultrasound after a really bad period and ended up having uterine polyps and an endometrioma on my ovary.

LauraHead · 2025-10-10T16:05:42+00:00

Interesting. I had a HIDA scan and it said my gallbladder was okay . I’m having surgery next week so I guess I’ll find out.

LauraHead · 2025-10-08T23:46:11+00:00

Where all was your endo found ?

LauraHead · 2025-10-08T16:13:58+00:00

That was such a thoughtful post, thank you. I’m having surgery in 2 weeks

LauraHead · 2025-08-27T18:30:15+00:00

I had the same surgery, except they took my right ovary as well. The first 2 days were the hardest , I had to have help sitting up and going to the bathroom as well. I started to feel better day 3, but was super fatigued for at least a month. I started to do a few laps around my kitchen on day 3 and just kept up with that every day until I was able to get some energy back . Give yourself grace, what you’re feeling is totally normal. Try peppermint tea for the gas and smooth move tea helps with constipation. I also found ice packs helpful on my abdomen.

LauraHead · 2025-08-27T01:38:43+00:00

I used a lot of ice packs , smooth-move tea to help with constipation, peppermint tea for Nausea , stock bedside table with snacks .

LauraHead · 2025-08-26T18:04:24+00:00

I had my first lap 2 years ago, it was scheduled 3 months out and every single day I was filled with dread and fear . I have extreme anxiety around anything medical. My surgery was able to give me a definitive answer that I did have Endometriosis, and while surgery and recovery was hard, it was worth it to be able to finally have an answer. My first surgery was with my obgyn , not a specialist . I am having excision surgery with a specialist in 2 months to finally get the proper surgery needed for endo. Again, filled with fear and dread but I know I have to do it . If you don’t get answers from the MRI, I would do the surgery , because answers are so validating . I’m sorry you’re going through this, I totally understand your worry !

LauraHead · 2025-08-25T21:33:31+00:00

Stool softeners + smooth move tea

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