I may have to have l Hysterectomy...what should I exspect ? How long will I be off work ?

I had a total hysterectomy with ovary removal just three days ago. I have had very little pain and discomfort. I was able to get up within 24 hours after surgery. Although I am not 100%, I do feel better than I did prior to surgery. I have controled constipation with a liberal use of magnisium citrate and orange juice. I had some serious discomfort going to the bathroom, at first but the pain has eased as the days go on. My only concern is the patch they gave me for hormone replacement. My skin is very oily and the patch continues to come off. I am going to discusss with my DR taking pills instead of the patch. I had bled for over 9 months prior to surgery and had to have two blood transfusions (A total of 6 pints of blood) for my condition. If you are having problems bad enough for them to consider surgery, you will be relieved when it is all over with.