Break from training due to hysterectomy

AdelePillinger612

Looking for a bit of advice or support. I have been strength training for almost 3 years. I visited the gym minimum 3 times a week.
I had to have a hysterectomy 4 weeks ago and have been advised not to train until my sign off which is another 2 weeks away.
What confuses me is that despite doing nothing as I'm on full rest I've lost 9lbs so far. I've tried to maintain a health diet but I have cut back a lot on calories to compensate for my inactivity.
What I'm wondering is- is my weight loss muscle? How long will it take to get back again and does anyone have any post hysterectomy training tips?

TavistockToad

how many calories are you eating? presumably less than maintenance?

RuNaRoUnDaFiEld

What type did you have? Vaginal, across cut or full vertical cut?

AdelePillinger612

I had a laparoscopic. Calories wise I'm trying to stick to 1400-1600 A day.

Lyrica7

Don't lift or go back to full activity too early, follow your Drs advice. I went back to work and full activity too early ended up with pelvic floor damage and had to have another surgery to correct.