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Chateau, I can imagine that the swollen belly is worrisome. But as you said, it is very early days only 5 days post surgery. There's still a lot of gas in your abdomen from the surgery I should think.
Have you inquired about lymphatic massage already?
Hello, I haven’t had the massage yet and haven’t been offered one. I wonder where I can get one. I will ask my surgeon and report back. Thanks for the encouragement!
I had emergency surgery for a full bowel obstruction and colostomy last a year ago last month with a follow up abdominal surgery to remove a baseball size tumor and ileostomy. Now, after my resection, I look 3 months pregnant.
I had emergency surgery for a full bowel obstruction and colostomy last a year ago last month with a follow up abdominal surgery to remove a baseball size tumor and ileostomy. Now, after my resection, I look 3 months pregnant.
Par for the course! I had (failed ostomy surgery). I have a belly that makes me look 5 months PG! The muscles were cut. I wear loose tops that hides my bump somewhat.
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There are a number of reasons that someone will experience abdominal swelling after surgery. Here are some explanations http://www.healthguideinfo.com/digestive-disorders/p118708/. But it has been 9 months since your surgery. Has you belly looked like this since surgery? Have you talked to your doctor about it?
I’m 8 months past a colon resection. I was diagnosed with colon cancer stage 2. Luckily it was removed and I’m ready for my second visit to the colorectal nurse. Two days ago I attended hospital and saw one of the surgeons, blood was taken for tests and all was ok. Since day one I have suffered from soreness in around my stomach area, which if I brush against something it’s more of an irritation than a pain. My stomach is swollen and feels tight, I’m constipated and have developed an incisional hernia. I was given laxatives to take and suppository’s to use. I’m in the UK, and after the blood tests I was told that I didn’t require as scan as my bloods were fine. 8 months down the line, and still my trousers that I used to wear, won’t fit me. Has anyone else had this problem
Renn, I had similar symptoms from liver metastasis from pancreatic cancer. My liver wasn't functioning properly. It turned out to be ascites. It is a build up of fluid in the stomach cavity. I learned that it can result in a small percentage of patients after colon surgery. A quick internet search had this result:
What is chylous ascites after colon surgery?
Chylous ascites (CA) or chyle leak (CL) after colorectal surgery remains a relatively rare complication with estimated incidence of 1%-6.5%. It usually occurs after unrecognized trauma to the lymphatics during surgery.
It might be something to look into. I had over 20 liters of fluid in my stomach area. I looked like I was pregnant. Let me know, if I can help further. I will share what I can from a patient perspective.
Renn, I had similar symptoms from liver metastasis from pancreatic cancer. My liver wasn't functioning properly. It turned out to be ascites. It is a build up of fluid in the stomach cavity. I learned that it can result in a small percentage of patients after colon surgery. A quick internet search had this result:
What is chylous ascites after colon surgery?
Chylous ascites (CA) or chyle leak (CL) after colorectal surgery remains a relatively rare complication with estimated incidence of 1%-6.5%. It usually occurs after unrecognized trauma to the lymphatics during surgery.
It might be something to look into. I had over 20 liters of fluid in my stomach area. I looked like I was pregnant. Let me know, if I can help further. I will share what I can from a patient perspective.
My ascites was mostly caused by my liver. Yours could be from your surgery. Your liver may have nothing to do with it. Two different causes. Like you, I am just a cancer patient. But, I am all to familiar with your symptoms. I had my stomach drained 3 times over 2 weeks. 8, 7, and 6 liters were drained. Once the chemo started working, things slowly improved.
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Hello, I haven’t had the massage yet and haven’t been offered one. I wonder where I can get one. I will ask my surgeon and report back. Thanks for the encouragement!
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1 ReactionI had emergency surgery for a full bowel obstruction and colostomy last a year ago last month with a follow up abdominal surgery to remove a baseball size tumor and ileostomy. Now, after my resection, I look 3 months pregnant.
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2 ReactionsPar for the course! I had (failed ostomy surgery). I have a belly that makes me look 5 months PG! The muscles were cut. I wear loose tops that hides my bump somewhat.
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3 ReactionsI’m 8 months past a colon resection. I was diagnosed with colon cancer stage 2. Luckily it was removed and I’m ready for my second visit to the colorectal nurse. Two days ago I attended hospital and saw one of the surgeons, blood was taken for tests and all was ok. Since day one I have suffered from soreness in around my stomach area, which if I brush against something it’s more of an irritation than a pain. My stomach is swollen and feels tight, I’m constipated and have developed an incisional hernia. I was given laxatives to take and suppository’s to use. I’m in the UK, and after the blood tests I was told that I didn’t require as scan as my bloods were fine. 8 months down the line, and still my trousers that I used to wear, won’t fit me. Has anyone else had this problem
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1 ReactionRenn, I had similar symptoms from liver metastasis from pancreatic cancer. My liver wasn't functioning properly. It turned out to be ascites. It is a build up of fluid in the stomach cavity. I learned that it can result in a small percentage of patients after colon surgery. A quick internet search had this result:
What is chylous ascites after colon surgery?
Chylous ascites (CA) or chyle leak (CL) after colorectal surgery remains a relatively rare complication with estimated incidence of 1%-6.5%. It usually occurs after unrecognized trauma to the lymphatics during surgery.
It might be something to look into. I had over 20 liters of fluid in my stomach area. I looked like I was pregnant. Let me know, if I can help further. I will share what I can from a patient perspective.
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3 ReactionsThanks for your reply, I’ve had blood tests which have come back as ok, liver tests all ok. May I ask how was it treat
My ascites was mostly caused by my liver. Yours could be from your surgery. Your liver may have nothing to do with it. Two different causes. Like you, I am just a cancer patient. But, I am all to familiar with your symptoms. I had my stomach drained 3 times over 2 weeks. 8, 7, and 6 liters were drained. Once the chemo started working, things slowly improved.
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