Post laparoscopy emotional

[Bobbyladdy]

is it normal to be emotional after having the laparoscopy? I have had an endometriosis cyst removed and lots of endometriosis tissue a few weeks ago but I feel really emotional which is not like me at all. Any help would be appreciated

[chelseagrl]

Hiya, hoping you are healing and getting to watch something you enjoy! I don't know much about the research behind how the surgery impacts mood, but it is a significant thing to go through and can take time to process. I had my first surgery in June this year where I got a diagnosis. Alongside physical recovery I felt emotional thinking about the time I've wasted trying to get help from the medical professionals and all the pain I've been in. I found it helpful to come here and read other people's experiences and talk to a friend I trust about what I went through. Hope this helps xx

[BloomingMarvellous]

Firstly it is as it is for you and that’s okay 😊. Relief is extraordinarily powerful and sometimes we can hide from our own worry and if it’s to confirm diagnosis then that in itself is a huge emotional journey. Depends also on what if anything they have removed. Endometriosis tissue generates its own hormones so taking it away can really alter the emotional territory. It can take a while to settle. If a coil has been put that can have an altering effect on mood with the progestins and that you do need to keep an eye on. If it worsens do let your medical team know as they can be contraindicated where they cause depression.

Glad you have an answer now and are the other side of the lap. Take time to recover. X

[Flowerpowef]

Hi there. Hope you are ok and starting to feel better! I had the exact same and I felt so emotional. I cried so much, it is normal and you will feel better but just give yourself time and be easy on yourself. Xx

[Purr317]

Hi, I had a laparoscopy last Tuesday and definitely have the post-op blues, which is a normal reaction to surgery. I had a diagnosis of endo, which is a new condition for me and still in discomfort on left side, which is frustrating, when expectations were that would be sorted out. You had a big operation and we forget how much it effects you emotionally besides the physically side, so be kind to yourself. Takes time to heal. So sending you a big hug. 💖

[TheUntamed]

It's totally normal to feel emotional at this point. You've had a general, which is really stressful for the body, your hormones are probably all over the place, and there's all sorts of hope and worries about whether it's really fixed anything. As the others have said, medication changes can be a big thing - did you also have pre-surgery treatment that's now stopped? Plus you're probably out of your normal routine for sleep and exercise. Don't worry about it and try to get some extra rest.

[Emerlee]

I’m sorry you are struggling. I also had a laparoscopic surgery to diagnose and remove endometriosis 3 weeks ago. I’m still signed off work with ongoing pain and taking a long time to recover despite my surgery being relatively “straightforward” according to the surgeon.

I too have found myself quite emotional but please know that you are not alone! I have found it really useful talking and hearing from others going through similar things, that it’s ok that your not ok and the doctor reminded me to be thinking in months, not weeks, in terms of recovery.

Just try to take each day as it comes and rest as much as you can, and be kind to yourself!

We got this!! Xx

[Hooplove00 in reply to Emerlee]

this is me as well. I’m in full blown tears☹️

[Sara110]

hiya

I hope you are coping with post surgery recovery

I have had surgery last nov. After the surgery i wassss soooo emotional. Sooo sensitive over small things but my partner was so kìnd and helpful it helps through my emotions.