I have had severe pelvic, bladder, bowel issues for the last couple of
years. On 10/25/10, my Urologist did a cystoscopy and dialation for my
urethra as it was 3/4 of way closed. On 11/3/10, I had a vaginal
hysterectomy due to pain, excessive bleeding, and prolapsing uterus. My
OBGYN said that it was the toughest surgery she has ever done, as my
uterus was fused together with abdominal wall, bladder, and bowel. She
said that separating my organs was like cutting wood with a butter
knife. Since my surgery I continue to suffer from trauma ulcers from
the retractor equipment, and increased pain in pelvis, bladder and any
time I eat. I also have scarring on the outside of my vagina. I live
on Hydrocodone(and continue to have pain at our a 7 daily WITH the pain
meds). My pain and symptoms are increasing, and my OBGYN says there is
nothing more she can do. She referred me to a Dermatologist. My
Urologist was surprised that the his colleague(OBGYN) did not switch to
an abdominal hysterectomy once she saw that my internal organs had fused
together, especially considering my already existing bladder issues. The
Urologist prefers to open me up to take a look at everything; however
advises that I 'just wait and see how I heal' with everything I've been
through. I am at my witts end, as I can not bear the pain anymore. I
am at almost 6wks and my other symptoms are getting worse. My question
is this.....Are there Doctors that specialize in treating the 'big
picture' of all of the organs that are affected by adhesions and
complications after organs are cut apart during a vaginal hysterectomy?
I am very concerned about potential longterm damage from this surgery,
especially since I am already dealing with outer vaginal scarring and
remaining trauma ulcers surrounding my urethra, and who knows what else
is going on inside my body. Any suggestions or referrals would be
greatly appreciated.