How much pain should I expect after a standard hysterectomy?

Answer by  Mary (2095)

As with most abdominal surgery there is pain and about a two week recovery time, though full healing takes longer. Sitting up and coughing increase the pain.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

Just like any surgery you will experience a lot of pain and you will be on pain medications. It may be a few weeks until you're back to normal.

Answer by  mannersandsuch (1796)

You should experience some pain and tenderness and it will take you a while to get started again. Take things slow and take your meds and get some help.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

If your doctor has to cut you then you can expect to be in pain for a week to two weeks and have difficulity moving The sooner you get out of bed the better off you will be

Answer by  elb (1105)

Physicians have post-op information booklets; request one for details. Pain is usually well-managed with medication; you also experience reduced energy from anesthesia. Different procedures have different after-effects: ask your surgeon.

Answer by  jaime24 (744)

A hysterectomy is not too painful. If you have had a c-section, the pain is about the same. You will be sore for about a week. You will get pain medication to help with that. As long as you do not over do it, and you take it easy it should be a breeze.