Diving After Surgery?

[joyfulsun]

Hello everyone.

I just had surgery about a month and a half ago. (They removed a benign cyst from my uterus) Although my doctor says it's okay for me to go about my normal activities, I'm still not sure about the diving part. (My doctor isnt a diver) Any thoughts on whether its safe to go back into the water? Thanks.

 

[BillP]

Howdy joyfulsun:

Glad you're on the road to recovery. I answered a similar question about gallbladder surgery at:

http://www.scubaboard.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=17788&highlight=surgery+return

Lifting/straining restrictions after larger abdominal incisions (larger than the typical laparoscopic incisions, that is) are usually stricter. Your doctor is your best guide.

HTH,

BillP

The above information is for discussion purposes only and is not meant as specific medical advice for any individual.

 

[joyfulsun]

Thanks a bunch for the advice BillP

 

[Brads]

Thanks for the info and links. I just had hernia surgery about 4 weeks ago and it's a slow path to full recovery.

Can't wait for things to get back to normal