Surgery

[Bliss]

Hi all. I am having a hysterectomy and I was wondering if ms symptoms get worse after having surgery. Any thoughts?

[jessiesmom]

Surgery and Symptoms

I can only speak for myself, of course, but almost exactly a year ago I had a mastectomy. I found no difference whatsoever in my MS symptoms before and after the surgery. 2 months ago I had shoulder surgery and also saw no difference in MS symptoms before and after the surgery. Good luck and let us know how it goes for you.

[mjan]

Just wanted to wish you well.. and say I am sorry for what you are going through. I will be having surgery later this year and wondered the same thing.

Let us know how you are doing ok?

HUGS, Jan

[goddessmoon]

surgery

I had a hysterectomy in October 2009. Was worried that the MS would flare, but I sailed through the healing process without any problems. I got lots and lots of rest; didn't have much choice the first couple of weeks. Just relax, sleep when you can and follow your post-op directions to a tee. Good luck.

[wkikta]

Best advice, don't expect a problem. In most cases there isn't any, people do just fine. It may take you a little longer to 'recover' from the surgery, just like everything takes longer now. I have had major surgery with no MS problems.

[Bliss]

Thanks for the thoughts and advise. I'm sure there won't be any issues.
Thanks again
Jen

[froggirl88]

I had a hysteroctomy 2 years ago and in some ways it has actually helped my MS. Im not in pain with my ovaries and I don't worry about periods. The hot flashes were rough but I only had to wait a month before estogen and then they went away. Mood swings were rough and it took me about 6 months to adjust, but it wasn't unbearable. I am happy I had mine and I turn 40 this July. Good luck ladies!

[Ulli66]

Hi Bliss,

I had a hysterectomy last June. I didn't have any problems with worse sxs or anything else regarding my MS. My surgeon was concerned, but it never crossed my mind once, that I would have more problems than before the surgery.

I recovered fast. I'm so glad I had that done, should have done it years ago. No more pain and no more stress.

Good luck!

Ulli