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The Hysterectomy Diaries - Part Nine - True Convalescence

In which I discover the meaning of convalescence and take baby steps towards regaining fitness.

The Hysterectomy Diaries - Part Eight - Starting HRT

Weeks three and four post op in which I receive visitors and start on my HRT. Yes, I do need to tell you about my bowels again!

The Hysterectomy Diaries Part Seven - Moving into the Crone Phase

The second week after my operation. Revealing an incredible bruise, more constipation and thoughts about croning.

The Hysterectomy Diaries Part Six - Finding Ways to Cope at Home

Getting back home, practical strategies and adaptations to help me cope, constipation and a soul retrieval.

The Hysterectomy Diaries Part Five - Time to go Home

Last day in hospital, enjoying the food, watching the Jubilee, golden healing and getting ready to go home.

The Hysterectomy Diaries Part Four - Day Two - Being with Discomfort

In which my hand swells like a balloon, I have excrutiating wind pain and get some useful hints and tips from the Physio.

The Hysterectomy Diaries Part Three - The First 24 Hours

How it felt when the anaesthetic wore off after my operation. Spoiler alert - it hurt a lot! Getting pleasantly stoned on morphine...

The Hysterectomy Diaries Part Two - Day Zero, Operation Day

Operation day, arrival panic attack, kind staff and goodbye uterus.

The Hysterectomy Diaries by Lauren D'Silva Part One

Making the decision, Divine timing and unplugging from social media.