Weakness and pain in left leg after robotic hysterectomy and lymph node removal
Patient: I had a robotic hysterectomy, including lymph node removal, about 6 wks ago.  The night after my surgery it was impossible for me to move my left leg toward my right leg while lying in bed.  The first time I walked after the surgery my left leg felt weak and there was tingling in my foot.  I also experienced aching in the leg and pain in the groin area together with low back pain.  The pain has diminished but I am still unable to move the leg laterally while lying on my back and I am still experiencing weakness in the left leg when walking.  It seems to take more effort to lift the leg.  I have my final post op visit with my surgeon next week. Doctor: Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.  I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Its a post operative complication. Please contact a physiotherapist as certain exercises and movements can make things better for you. Avoid doing too much stress activities and take  rest. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Harsh Swarup