I had a complete hysterectomy on july 22
of this year. After a slight
complication (torn bladder) my recovery
went well. My question is why do I still
have a swollen belly. I have been
working out 3 times a week and know that I
am toning up but this belly is depressing
me. Is this normal? How long will it
last?
Thank you
eileen
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tigsy
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Posted: 10-19-05 17:26pm
Hiya
sorry this isnt any help to your question
but can I ask you -did you or what
symptoms did you have when you had a torn
bladder-im 4 wks post hyst-i have alot of
swelling on my belly and my scar I certain
areas are pinching.Also when I empty my
bladder it hurts and have a feeling of
heaviness. I have no water infection.I
hope my belly goes down.I seemed to have
lost alot of weight elsewhere but there.!!
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purple1
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Belly Posted: 11-02-05 22:32pm
I had a radical hyst. In early june. My
weight gain is about ten pounds, and not
just in my belly. Also, urinating is so
frequent and sometimes painful. I guess
I don't have any help to offer, but know
that you are not alone. Let me know if
it improves.
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Torn Bladder Posted: 11-03-05 09:46am
Dear tigsy,
my bladder was torn during my hysterectomy
and I came home from the hospital with a
bag for 2 weeks. Luckily after the bag
was removed, I have not had any ill
effects.
I hope you are keeping in contact with
your doctor and letting them know your
pain and symptoms.
Take care of yourself and stay positive.
Regards,
ebernier
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sharon48
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Post-hysterectomy Posted: 11-10-05 23:33pm
I also am 4 weeks post total abdominal
hysterectomy with burch bladder
suspension. You really don't give me a
lot of hope for the swollen belly,
considering i've had three other abdominal
surgeries (2 c-sections and a tubal
ligation/dual hernia repair). I felt
better at 2-3 weeks than I do now. I too
am experiencing pinching, pulling and also
some burning around the incision area, as
well as weightedness. I have lost six
pounds post-op, but realize the potential
for weight gain is pretty high.
At the same time my husband is suffering
from manic depression and I have a lot on
my plate. We are both going through a
healing process, but I feel i'm the one
supporting him emotionally right now. In
other words, I could really use a hug
right about now.
I just wanted to share with some people
who understand what I am going through
physically and emotionally. Thanks for
listening ... And I wish you all the best
in healing. We'll all get through this.
Sharon
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amomagain
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Posted: 11-13-05 14:52pm
Hey ladies, I am 3 years post op for h.
I am doing great. I didn't have
swellybelly but have heard of a lot of
people that have had it. There is a
website I found after my h that helped
alot. Here it is http://www.Hystersisters.Com/
i hope it can help you. They are really
great people there.
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sharon48
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Hyster-sisters Website Posted: 11-13-05 23:29pm
Thank you for your suggestion to visit the
hystersisters website. I only went to
one subject so far and was really
impressed. I appreciate your reply and
look forward to posting with you at hyster
sisters.
Thanks again! Together, we'll all get
through this - and hopefully, be much
happier within a few months.
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