Overview

What is a hysterectomy, or a repair for prolapse, or an operation for stress incontinence? Will I put on weight or suffer from depression? Will I still have periods, or need contraception? How soon afterwards can I do housework, return to work or drive a car? Will my sex life be affected? What about lifting - how soon and how heavy? When can I go swimming or do some gardening or start exercising again? The authors explain the meaning and effect of the operations and describe how to prepare in advance for them. They then give much useful advice on what to do afterwards, to enable you to gain a full and trouble-free return to normal life. Diagrams and photographs are included wherever these are likely to be helpful.

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Author:   Sally Haslett ,  Molly Jennings ,  Hilary Walsgrove ,  Wendy Weatheritt
Publisher:   Beaconsfield Publishers Ltd
Imprint:   Beaconsfield Publishers Ltd
Edition:   6th Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 14.80cm , Height: 0.40cm , Length: 21.00cm
Weight:   0.086kg
ISBN:  

9780906584620

ISBN 10:   0906584620
Pages:   52
Publication Date:   23 March 2010
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction 1 Understanding your reproductive system Hysterectomy 4 When a hysterectomy is recommended - Reasons for needing a hysterectomy - Alternatives to hysterectomy, some treatment options - The different types of hysterectomy - Some risk factors Vaginal repair for anterior and/or posterior vaginal wall prolapse 12 Causes of prolapse - Vaginal repair - Sexual activity Surgery for stress incontinence 15 TVT (Tension-free vaginal tape) or TOT (Trans Obturator Tape) - Colposuspension Prepare for your operation 17 General advice - Physical fitness - Smoking - Diet - Emotional wellbeing - Cultural/religious issues - Pre-operative assessment Admission to hospital 19 Pre-operative preparation - During the operation - Immediate post-operative recovery period General care after your operation 20 Pain relief - The first few days following your operation - Depression, or 'post-op' blues - Food and drink - Bladder care in hospital - Bowels and wind - Wound care - Stitches - Hygiene - Vaginal bleeding or discharge - Rest - Circulation, and prevention of thrombosis - Leg exercises - Deep breathing - Coughing - Back care in bed - Turning over in bed - Getting out of bed - Posture Exercises after your operation 29 The pelvic floor muscles - Pelvic floor muscles exercise - The abdominal muscles - Abdominal hollowing exercise - Pelvic tilting - Knee rolling After leaving hospital 33 Rest and exercise - The convalescent period - Fatigue - Vulnerability - Concentration - Personal cleanliness - Weight control and eating sensibly - Constipation - Urinary problems - Bladder care at home - Walking - Stairs - Housework - Lifting - Driving - Back to work - Travel and holidays - Sport and other activities - Sexual activity Smear tests 42 The menopause 43 Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) 44 In conclusion 46 Useful sources of information 46 Additional reading 48

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Sally Haslett is a retired Registered General Nurse, Midwife and Health Visitor, with additional qualifications and counselling experience in family planning and women's health. Molly Jennings is a retired Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and a Certificated Member of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Women's Health. Hilary Walsgrove is a Registered Nurse, with a Nurse Practitioner degree and Masters degree in practice development. She works in the National Health Service as a Lead Nurse for Pre-operative Assessment and is Programme Leader for an Advanced Nurse Practitioner Course. She has a specialist interest in women's health. Wendy Weatheritt is registered with the Health Professions Council and a Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. She is also a Certificated Member of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Women's Health, with additional qualifications in the field of continence. She works in the National Health Service as a senior physiotherapist in women's health.

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