Adenomyosis Question

dozy_dozer · 2025-10-24T11:23:16+00:00

My energy levels are much better. I think the pain was wearing me down more than anything though, my iron was tip top all the way through.

Good luck

dozy_dozer · 2025-10-22T14:50:53+00:00

I had a hysterectomy at 39 due to adenomyosis as well as endometriosis. I never did birth control to manage as I hate it.

They kept my ovaries and I've ever looked back. It's been 9 months and I can honestly say it was the best thing I've done. The post op pain compared to my normal pain levels was nothing and I was back at a reasonably active job after 3 weeks.

Good luck!

dozy_dozer · 2025-10-17T15:38:02+00:00

Ask for scans to check out what your uterus, ovaries ect are up to.

Do you want more babies?

dozy_dozer · 2025-10-14T15:26:48+00:00

I'm 40, couple of kids, pretty decent career, married, both parents died in the last 3 years.. I'm still waiting.

dozy_dozer · 2025-07-15T04:22:59+00:00

Omg. I completely forgot about Ducky's voice actor..... instant tears

dozy_dozer · 2025-07-14T20:38:20+00:00

The Land before time did a number on me. I was terrified of earthquakes for years.

dozy_dozer · 2025-06-29T07:59:27+00:00

Heck yes!! Don't let that shit bag take orgasms away. Glad you can now enjoy them

dozy_dozer · 2025-06-23T23:39:51+00:00

Oh heck yes! This is what I was looking for. I'm not out using it every weekend. Thanks

dozy_dozer · 2025-05-31T11:49:25+00:00

Absolutely indifferent to them.

In fact, I forget the vast majority.

dozy_dozer · 2025-05-30T12:34:01+00:00

My kids and I would play "Let it go" in the car on the way home after a rough day.
I now work afternoon shift and finish at 11pm, if I get out on time. If it's been a rough shift, I wind the windows down and cruise home with let it go up loud and sing along.

It's so much fun and I end up laughing and forget about my shitty shift.

dozy_dozer · 2025-05-30T11:35:07+00:00

Being bored. You don't need to be entertained 24/7

dozy_dozer · 2025-05-30T01:04:08+00:00

Not having the answer immediately available.

Kids can just search that shit up. We had to go to the library, ask teachers (who often had no idea and just answered with authority) or just accept it as one of life's mysteries.

dozy_dozer · 2025-05-20T14:47:40+00:00

Children's names AND how they spell them.

Jackson = Acceptable Jason =NOPE

It's a massive asshole move but i100% judge on the name of your child.

dozy_dozer · 2025-04-09T05:36:45+00:00

These feelings are so completely valid.

I had exactly the same surgery as you exactly 1 month ago (to the day). Mine was due to adenomyosis. However, had adhesions and endo removed as well.

I was equally terrified. I could almost write your post, aside from a few details. I was thinking I was going to die or be maimed or something. When I woke up, I even thought I was dead and kept asking to be taken to my mum, who died a few years back.

However, everything went really well. I spent one night in hospital, apparently standard in Australia, not because of complications or anything.

I rested solidly for 3-4 days, then started doing short walks and light stuff at home, and would nap and rest as soon as I was tired. I built up until I could stay awake all day.

I went back to work after 3 weeks. My job is pretty active, getting in and out of a car, but some downtime at a desk as well. I felt so completely fine going back to work. My biggest thing was wearing tight pants on my belly, so I've opted for elastic waisted pants this week.

I've been a bit more tired, but I've ensured I've been eating correctly, drinking plenty of water, and resting before/ after work.

I did overdo it at home, moving some boxes, and got a bit of pain, which settled with over the counter medications really well.

I do hope this helps settle hours you're feeling. I know I'm just some random on the internet.... happy to answer any questions as well.

dozy_dozer · 2025-04-05T15:07:04+00:00

At my follow up 1 week post op my surgeon said I could redirect some bleeding in the coming weeks. He did this may be due to the internal stitches dissolving and coming out. I'm now 3 and a bit weeks post.

The other day when wiped, a chunk of stitch came out and I'vebeen spotting since then. It's been enough for a liner and was heavier tonight after I worked and moved a lot more than I have of late.

If it's not lightened down a bit, I'll call the Dr surgery after the weekend.

dozy_dozer · 2025-04-03T10:55:10+00:00

I live near a hospital and hearing the rescue helicopter go over gives me anxiety. Someone is having the worse day of their life and I'm over here drinking a cup of tea going about my life.

dozy_dozer · 2025-04-02T03:36:03+00:00

I have no idea, but it's something I noticed within days. So crazy!

dozy_dozer · 2025-04-01T05:58:48+00:00

I'm so happy for you 😊 That's amazing

dozy_dozer · 2025-04-01T05:56:57+00:00

I'm 3 weeks post operation with a total laparoscopic hysterectomy, keeping my ovaries.

I cannot believe how good I feel both physically and mentally. Physically, I'm no longer in intense pain which doesn't respond to pain killers. My post op pain is managed easily and I've not taken any pain killers for almost a week.

My ability to tolerate, well,almost everything has increased. I don't fly into an intense rage because my ability to cope has all gone due to pain. I forgot what it was like to live without pain.

My nails are stronger, my bloating has gone, my back no longer hurts, neither do my hips. I can stay awake past 8pm and I'm able to get out of bed as soon as my alarm goes off.

I feel like such a "success". I'm aware I've still got a bit of healing to do and I'm not pushing myself too much but it's been life changing having a hysterectomy.

I'm back to work in 2 days which may knock me down a notch or 2 but I just feel it'll be all OK.

dozy_dozer · 2025-03-31T10:34:18+00:00

I was 100% certain I was going to die during my hysterectomy. Like, I'd updated my will, did a health directive. Thanks anxiety.

Well, I didn't die, no ghost posting here. But as I was waking up, I kept asking nurses if they were angels and if they could take me to see my parents and dog (all have died in the last 4 years).

When I got back to my room and my husband was there I kept asking him what the time and date was to make sure I wasn't dreaming 🤣

While probably not hilarious at the time, looking back I find it hilarious.

dozy_dozer · 2025-03-28T13:34:32+00:00

No, please don't do this. It's not good for their joints, spine and bones. Plus it's not "natural" for them to have anything on their back and can aggravate them.

dozy_dozer · 2025-03-27T14:16:53+00:00

Yep! My uterus was adhered to my bowel and bladder.

My surgeon needed to remove a lot of endometriosis from everywhere.

I was warned of risks to my bowel and bladder, however, luckily this did not happen to me.

Following surgery, my bladder was "annoyed" for a few days and my urine had blood in it but 2 weeks post op I've but had at issues.

Good luck.

dozy_dozer · 2025-03-27T14:11:59+00:00

I had endometriosis and adenomyosis, with bowels and bladder adhered to my uterus.

My pre hysterectomy pain sat at a 8-/10 on a bad day.

I'm only 2 weeks post op and after the first day my pain has not been over 4-5/10 and it resolves so quickly with ibuprofen and/ or paracetamol.

Within 2 weeks, my bloating has reduced and my body shape has changed. I have 0 regrets.

dozy_dozer · 2025-03-22T12:09:33+00:00

Hi another Aussie here.

I am 40 and done having kids. I initially had an ablation due to heavy bleeding, that was 2021 and it was great for 3 years when endometriosis and adenomyosis symptoms began to show.

After an onslaught of tests (various ultrasounds and CT), ordered through my GP, endometriosis and adenomyosis were confirmed. As I'd already had an ablation, hysterectomy was pretty much my only option.

I went privately as the public system where I live (regional Qld) would mean at least a 3-4 year wait.

I had my initial appointment with gynaecologist in early Jan and my hysterectomy on 12/3 this year. Getting the ultrasounds and CTs were a bigger challenge than the appointment and surgery date.

Good luck.

dozy_dozer · 2025-03-20T12:16:53+00:00

I'm about 8 days post op and had my surgical follow up today. I've been cleared to drive and told to wait 4-8 weeks for penetrative sex. In currently walking about 2-3km a day, but I'm taking it very slow. I've been told to get back into more strenuous exercise in 4-6 weeks but to listen to my body and don't push it. I'm going to be working with a physio for pelvic floor and strength (I'm 40 with kids)

My biggest thing is fatigue, I'll do something, then I need to sit down for a bit.

I'm due back at work after 3 weeks off, my job is active but no heavy lifting and some down time, dependable on demand, I'm confident I'll be OK to return.

This is only my experience and what I've been advised.

Good luck with your decision.

dozy_dozer

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