If you have had general anesthesia, you may have a sore throat from the tube placed in your throat to help you breathe. If you have had laparoscopy, you may have some discomfort from the gas. A mild pain reliever can usually provide relief from whatever discomfort you have. You will want to take it easy for a few days. You should not lift anything heavy or do any hard work for at least a week.
Most women recover fully in a week.
You can have sex as soon as you are comfortable. The scars are very small. Many women say they cannot be seen at all. You will continue to have your periods as before. Most women report no change in their periods.