Pelvic Pain before and after a hysterectomy

[Rocket1021]

I experienced pelvic pain from Sept 30-Jan 6. It was discovered on December 11th I had scar tissue attached to my bowel, abdomen, uterus, bladder and cervix. I went through the surgery Jan 6th. I am 7 months post surgery and now the pain is back. Especially in my bowel area and ovaries. Nothing helps with the pain unless it is prescribed. No one will prescribe anything to me. Even though I was on medicine from Oct-Jan to assist me getting to surgery. Any suggestions?

[Skye22]

Don't give up hope!!!! I too have adhesions on bladder, Bowel, pelvis and abdomen from previous surgeries including surgeries to separate adhesions (13 in total).

I was totally ignorant to the fact that any surgical procedures will cause scar tissue!!

I am left with pain in all areas and have Dysfunctional bowel and bladder incontinence.

Good news!!!

Pain can be managed!!

I take a mix of painkillers and antispasmodics which help lessen pain. I also see my specialist physio who does Visceral Abdominal massage to help ease restricted movement and pain, doesn't eradicate pain but lessens intensity and restricted movement of internal fusing.

Physio also does Abdominal acupuncture which again helps to ease pain.

Combination of treatments and meds definitely helps, doesn't eradicate pain but makes it more bearable. Gentle exercise may also help with restricted Abdominal movements.

If you are not happy with your doctor you can ask to see someone else, best thing I ever did. All you need is that one person to understand what you are going through. I even changed hospitals to get the best care.

Pain clinics hold group meetings which let's you know you are not alone, having that shared experience is somewhat comforting and supportive.

I wish you good health and hope you find what's good for you to manage your pain. Good luck!!!

[Rocket1021 in reply to Skye22]

Anyone ever tried medical marijuana?

[Skye22 in reply to Rocket1021]

Soon as its legal in Scotland I'm first in the queue. Lol!!

[Add-on]

Gabapentin is very good, but it comes with the problem of constipation and as you probably know this can lead to other problems with your stomach. As Skye mentions below: a physio can work on the scar tissues, and also someone trained in Myfascia Release can do the same.