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Abdominal Hysterectomy Recovery Must Haves
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items I recommend these items for rest and recovery after an abdominal hysterectomy. Many of these items may be beneficial for other hysterectomy methods.
Your throat may hurt from the tube inserted in your throat during surgery.
Mucinex Instasoothe Sore Throat Lozenges 40ct
After abdominal surgery you’re not supposed to push or apply pressure. This helps with your restroom shenanigans. It’s about posture.
Squatty Potty Simple Curve Toilet Stool.
I had to sleep sitting up after my abdominal hysterectomy. Very helpful for sleeping sitting up. It’s big and had a pocket on each armrest and a pocket behind it. Pockets are great to place cell phone, chapstick, tv remote or other small items. The p...
Unisakey Portable Reading Pillow w/ Headrest
Comfy and free flowing. I wore this when I was discharged from the hospital after surgery. It does not rub or apply pressure to stomach/ abdomen.
JOELLYUS Womens Spaghetti Strap Summer Dress
Helps with swelling.
DZSoCoki Wide Calf Compression Socks Plus Size
My goodness! Life saver. Don’t underestimate how helpful this pillow is. There is a pocket to place a small ice pack if you’d like. It used Velcro straps that go around the seat belt. Easy on and off. Washable.
D. Cozy Hysterectomy Pillow with Pocket Red Flower
It may be difficult to get into the shower, especially if you have a shower you have to lift your legs to get into the shower. Easy way to stay fresh while you rest and recover.
Lume Acidified Deodorant Wipes 45ct (2 Pack)
Apply to incision to reduce scaring. Consult with your doctor as to when you can start to apply this to the incision.
Bio-Oil Skincare Body Oil Serum 2 Oz
Must have! The medication will slow things down. I chose to buy mine ahead of time. Your doctor will likely prescribe some for you. They taste great. No bad after taste.
Colace Stool Softener Gummies, Berry, 60ct
Keep your feet warm. These are very soft and do not slide off when you walk. I used them in the hospital and at home.
Breslatte Non Slip Hospital Socks for Women
Another must have. Again, your doctor will likely prescribe something like this. These are small and chewable. They don’t taste bad.
MiraFAST Soft Chews, Gentle Constipation Relief, 60ct
Because of the type of surgery things get moved around. Great to have on hand just in case you need it.
GenCare Simethicone 180mg Gas Relief 180 Softgels
These are high and go above the incision line. They do not run against the incision. They are very soft and come in several colors.
Molasus Women's Cotton High Waisted Panties
This helps reduce scaring and keloids (raised scaring/ tissue. Consult with your doctor as to when you can start to apply this to your incision. I’ve used this in the past for other incisions and it works great.
Kelo-cote Advanced Formula Scar Gel, 10 Gram
Very soft and comfortable pajamas. No rubbing against the incision. Comes in different colors.
Real Essentials 3 Pack Women's Printed Nightshirt
The catheter may cause some irritation. This helps to reduce irritation, especially while using the restroom. Poor cool water for some comfort.
Cynpel Peri Bottle - Postpartum Perineal Care
Great support while side sleeping (once you’re able to sleep on your side)z Props you up at an angle. Can use it to prop leg up to reduce pressure on incision area.
Pharmedoc U-Shape Pregnancy Body Pillow