Nollywood Actress, Halima Abubakar Undergoes a Successful Fibroid Removal Surgery in India (Photos)

 

Popular Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar, has undergone a successful fibroid removal surgery in India.

 

The Kogi state-born screen star, took to her Instagram page and shared a photo from the surgery and also wrote about the disease which almost ruined her life.

 

Below is the surgery photo and her words;

 

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Myomectomy is an operation to remove fibroid tumours (myomas) from the uterus. This retains the uterus, and is an alternative treatment to hysterectomy.

 

It is sometimes a more difficult operation than hysterectomy but preserves reproductive choice for the patient.

 

 

Small incisions and less scarring

 

Gentler handling of the body tissues and organs during the operation

 

Less postoperative pain

 

Less postoperative narcotic use for pain relief

 

Shorter hospitalisation

 

Faster overall recovery with an earlier return to normal activity

 

 

Preoperative preparation involves a shave and a small enema, and you will need to fast for six hours before the operation.

 

A general anaesthetic is administered.

 

The laparoscope and other instruments are introduced – see laparoscopic surgery for more details.

 

The fibroid is visualised. A cut is made in the uterus and the fibroid is freed from the uterine muscle.

 

The incision in the uterus is repaired with sutures.

 

The fibroid is removed, usually by cutting it up into small pieces to get it out of the small incisions.

 

The wounds are closed.

 

 

Immediate post-operative recovery involves an average of two days in hospital. A fifth of patients can go home late the next day after surgery, and about 80% patients are home in two days. Patients are welcome to rest in hospital for as long as they need to.

 

One in five patients will only need tablets and not injections for postoperative pain relief. If injections are required about two are needed on average. Patients will be given as much pain relief as they request to make sure they are comfortable.

 

A low-grade temperature is common in the first few days after surgery. The first few days at home should be taken very easily. The patient should have someone to help.

 

Plenty of rest and fluids are advisable. Exercise your calf muscles to prevent clots. Oral pain relief such as Panadeine or Panadol may be needed, especially at night.

 

Graded recovery over the next few weeks will occur. Gentle increasing exercise is helpful. Driving is permissible. Expect to tire easily.