Struggling with Depression After Endometriosis Surgery

I had my first lap surgery for endometriosis Friday. Physically, I think things are going well. My left ovary was attached to my colon and left tube. All Endo was removed. I'm feeling depressed, though. I have been emotional since waking from surgery. I have struggled with depression for several years, but surgery seems to have aggravated it more. Has anyone experienced this or something similar?

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Coffeeluv

2y ago

This happened to me! It was immediately apparent as soon as I woke up. It lasted about a month. I was physically doing great, but mentally so down and hopeless. I seriously felt like it would never end. I still have no clue why it happened, but it went away and it will for you too! Don’t give up it will get better!! It takes time

CherHorowitz

2y ago

Post laparoscopy, I did feel a little down, but at the time I thought that was FOMO. I never considered it being due to surgery itself, but that's interesting to think about for next time.

100Percent_K

2y ago

It’s a common reaction post operatively, it can last up to a few weeks unfortunately 🥲 so can decreased appetite

SumShine84

2y ago

I haven't experienced this personally but my mom came out of surgery with severe depression and it turned out to be a reaction from the anesthesia.

Joon

2y ago

how long did it last?

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