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A member asked:

I have had laparoscopy and a wash out because i had a abscess on my ovaries and tube how long do i have to wait to be able to have sex?

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Your surgeon should: This is basic information your treating doctor should have addressed if you asked! Anyway, you can resume sexual activity once your abdomen has healed and you are feeling well. Most people recover from surgery in 4-6 weeks...but it varies from one person to other. So use your judgement and check it out.

Answered 5/19/2016

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