How long is recovery from cystocele repair?
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How long is recovery from cystocele repair?
A typical recovery period is 2-3 weeks. Your doctor may prescribe pain medication. You can begin regular physical activity within hours of your procedure, but you should refrain from sex for six weeks. Before you leave the hospital, you’ll schedule a post-op appointment between 4-6 weeks after surgery.
How is cystocele repair done?
How it’s done. Often, the surgery is performed vaginally and involves lifting the prolapsed bladder back into place using stitches and removing any excess vaginal tissue. Your doctor may use a special type of tissue graft to reinforce vaginal tissues and increase support if your vaginal tissues seem very thin.
Can you live with a cystocele?
Many women contend with pelvic floor problems, including urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse — when pelvic organs drop due to weakened muscles and tissues.
How long does a prolapse bladder repair last?
Healing takes around 3 months, so during this time you should avoid any task that can put pressure on the repair i.e. lifting, straining, vigorous exercise, coughing and constipation.
How do people live with cystocele?
Your doctor may suggest some simple actions you can take to relieve your symptoms:
- Try Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic muscles.
- Achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
- Avoid lifting heavy objects that put stress on pelvic muscles.
- Drink less fluids—no more than 8, 8-ounce cups per day.
What exercises are good after prolapse surgery?
Modified general exercises include:
- Low impact cardiovascular fitness exercises (e.g. walking, water walking, low impact dancing, low impact aerobics)
- Pelvic floor safe resistance exercises (e.g. seated bicep curls, flood bridging exercises, clam exercise)
- Pelvic floor safe core abdominal exercises.
What should I not do after prolapse surgery?
Avoid strenuous activities, such as biking, jogging, weightlifting, and aerobic exercise, for 4 to 6 weeks after open surgery and 1 week after laparoscopic surgery. You may shower. Pat the incision dry when you are done. Do not take a bath for the first week after surgery or until your doctor tells you it is okay.
How long do you bleed after cystocele repair?
You may experience some vaginal bleeding for approximately 1 week. You should not worry if this is mild (less than a period). If you experience heavy bleeding or itchy and offensive discharge please consult your doctor. This may be due to blood clot at the top of the vagina or an infection.
Is a bladder lift painful?
You may feel some pain or cramping in your lower abdomen and may need to take pain medications for 1 or 2 weeks. Most people fully recover from this procedure in about 6 weeks. As with any surgery, bladder lift surgery comes with some risks.
How long do Mesh bladder slings last?
I usually tell patients that if they take care of their slings and avoid constipation, do their Kegel exercises and use low dose estrogen or annual MonaLisa Touch to maintain, then they should expect the sling to last for 10-15 years.
What exercises are safe to do with a prolapsed bladder?
Low- or no-impact exercises such as those done on stationary exercise equipment, swimming, and biking may be better tolerated. Indoor cycling (stay seated and avoid heavy resistance) and low-impact exercise classes are fine as long as you don’t feel symptoms while doing the activities.
