Question 1

i had a robotic assisted hysterectomy & a cath for 24 hrs.  now i feel like i have to urinate constantly & am very uncomfortable. no burning & urine i?

Accepted Answer

Urinary frequency: it could be a sign of urinary tract infection or UTI. you need to do a urine analysis,  culture and may be started on antibiotics. Absence of burning does not rule out infection.

Question 2

i had a vaginal robotic assisted hysterectomy a month ago i am now having more pain in my left lower abdomen incision site. and inside my abdomen.  is?

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?Question: Your question was cut off, but generally speaking if you have any issues related to your recent surgery, I would call the surgeon as soon as possible as they would know your case best and may want to see you and examine you to assure all is healing appropriately and for continuity of care. Best wishes.

Question 3

what happens during robot-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy?

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Precision: Robot assisted surgery is performed in order to accomplish hysterectomy with minimally invasive method possible when abdominal hysterectomy must be done otherwise.  Several small incisins are made in the abdomen and robotic instruments are placed through each incision and the surgeon actually performs the procedure remotely sitting at a surgeon's console controlling all robotic instruments.

Question 4

how should i mentally prepare for a robot assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy?

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Ask Robot's name-:): All kidding aside, the same you would prepare for any surgical procedure. Understand why getting a hysterectomy, will ovaries and tubes be left in (hormonal implications), risks during and after surgery; ask if any question; drink a lot of fluids for days before the surgery (optimize cellular and kidney function), if quite anxious, ask your doc if a mild relaxant perhaps; get a good night's sleep.

Question 5

i am having severe bowel pain following a total robotic assisted laproscopic hysterectomy 1 week ago today. surgery pain is minimal. bm pain high. why?

Accepted Answer

See surgeon: I recommend you call your surgeon and discuss this immediately. Constipation is quite common after surgery and can lead to painful bm's. So it maybe nothing but you want to make sure you are not developing an infection in your pelvis.

Question 6

i had a robotic assisted total hysterectomy  a week ago. i was given a bowel prep. i still haven't had a movement. when should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Anytime: But, the gut needs to refill and peristalsis  work to move contents along.
This can take a week 
.
If bowel sounds and rumbling and gas- flatus, the concerns are low.
If abdomen painful or very quiet, seek attention.

Question 7

hi, in june i underwent partial hysterectomy by assisted robotic method.  from last week i am  having pelvic pain . is it a symptom of scar tissue?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily scar: Pelvic pain can have many causes.  You should document the onset, character (sharp, dull, crampy, etc), and how often you're having the pain as well as if you are having any other symptoms (such as issues with urination or bowel movements).  In addition, see if the pain gets better with ibuprofen or Tylenol (acetaminophen).  Most importantly, you should call the doctor to set up an appointment to be evaluated.

Question 8

i am going on 3 weeks post op.  i had a davinci robotic assist hysterectomy.  they left my ovaries.  tonight when i bump my stomach it hurts.  normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Whats bumping your stomach? you hit something against it? Usually after a laparascopic hysterectomy, the recovery time is fast but the incision still takes time to heal (4-6 weeks) and you can have pain during this time.

Question 9

can i swim 3 weeks after a robotic hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

If no raw areas: If there are no external wounds that are raw, you may swim. Increase your activity gradually, as you will not be in as good a shape as you were before surgery. It is good that you are getting back to your exercise.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 10

how long is the recovery from a  robotic hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

3-4 weeks: 3-4 weeks after a robotic histerectomy vs. 6-8 after an abdominal one.

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I had a robotic assisted hysterectomy & a cath for 24 hrs. now i feel like i have to urinate constantly & am very uncomfortable. no burning & urine i?

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I had a vaginal robotic assisted hysterectomy a month ago i am now having more pain in my left lower abdomen incision site. and inside my abdomen. is?

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What happens during robot-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy?

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How should i mentally prepare for a robot assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy?

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I am having severe bowel pain following a total robotic assisted laproscopic hysterectomy 1 week ago today. surgery pain is minimal. bm pain high. why?

A member asked:

I had a robotic assisted total hysterectomy a week ago. i was given a bowel prep. i still haven't had a movement. when should i worry?

A member asked:

Hi, in june i underwent partial hysterectomy by assisted robotic method. from last week i am having pelvic pain . is it a symptom of scar tissue?

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I am going on 3 weeks post op. i had a davinci robotic assist hysterectomy. they left my ovaries. tonight when i bump my stomach it hurts. normal?

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Can i swim 3 weeks after a robotic hysterectomy?

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How long is the recovery from a robotic hysterectomy?

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