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How soon can a woman have sex after having surgical removal of uterine fibroids?
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Askthe doc who: Is going to do yoru surgery as your doc knows your situation, how big the fibroids are and what kind of surgery will be done.
Answered 6/13/2015
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Generally 1-2 weeks: After removing fibroids, having intercouse will not cause any problems, but often it is normal for it to be painful for at least 1-2 weeks. I tell my patients to wait at least a week, but if it is painful, to back off until the pain goes away.
Answered 3/22/2020
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