Hey everyone, I just had my egg retrieval procedure, and I can’t help but feel like I may have overdone it a bit in the recovery process. I’m feeling a mix of worry and frustration because I’m not sure if what I’m experiencing is normal or if I should be concerned. The discomfort and fatigue are more intense than I expected, and I’m second-guessing if I should have rested more.
Has anyone else felt this way after their egg retrieval? How did you navigate through these feelings of uncertainty? I’d love to hear your experiences and any advice you may have. Thanks in advance for your support!
It seems like your body is sending signals to take it easy. The biggest issue with exercising after retrieval is the risk of ovarian torsion, which can be very painful. If the tingling sensation gets worse or turns into pain, it’s best to go to the emergency room. Otherwise, resting should be sufficient.
Have you considered reaching out to your doctor or nurse about whether it’s okay to refrain from exercising for a few days to a week? In my experience, my healthcare provider advised against intense workouts like Pilates, but mentioned that walking was safe. It might be a good idea to double-check with your own healthcare provider to be safe.
I likely wouldn’t have participated in Pilates myself. I had OHSS, so my situation was unique. I was extremely ill for a week, haha.
Pay attention to your body’s signals and agree with previous comments about seeking medical attention if symptoms worsen. My medical provider advised me to avoid normal activities until after my period, which was challenging given my active lifestyle, but necessary for post-surgery recovery.
I had my first emergency room visit on Thursday and I was barely able to move around until today. I experienced a lot of bloating and some pain. The doctors advised me to take it easy for about a week, and things should go back to normal after my first period. I will be monitoring for any abnormal symptoms such as spotting, bleeding, or a reemergence of symptoms like bloating or heaviness in my ovaries. If the warm tingly feeling persists, it may be a good idea to contact the clinic in the morning or after hours. I recommend drinking more electrolytes and fluids. Apologies for not being able to provide more assistance.
I experienced mild OHSS after my egg retrieval which caused me severe pain and bloating for 2-3 days. Following that, I refrained from any strenuous activities for two weeks, despite being highly active. My doctors were adamant about the restrictions to prevent ovarian torsion, so I followed their advice diligently. It was challenging to be inactive, but the potential risks outweighed the temporary inconvenience. It’s important to take these restrictions seriously and heed your doctor’s advice to avoid more serious consequences.
That is too much activity to be engaging in so soon after a surgery. It is recommended to take a few weeks off to allow proper recovery.
Don’t worry, I don’t think your future workouts will be affected. Just go easy for a few days!
It is normal to experience symptoms after egg retrieval because of fluid buildup in the abdomen. These symptoms may not appear immediately but worsen after a few days, regardless of activity level.
I was advised to take three days off to rest after my procedure, but I returned to work the day after my transfer on Tuesday. Although I have a desk job, I still made sure to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities for the next three days. I experienced soreness for a week after the procedure, so I made sure to take it easy and prioritize rest.