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I had a full abdominal hysterectomy 5 weeks ago and wondering how long until it stops feeling bruised inside. also when will i be able to so rowing?

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Dr. Jumnah Thanapathy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ask MD: You need to discuss this with the surgeon who performed the surgery. Not all surgeries progress the same way and your surgeon will know best.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 3/16/2017

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