Swelling

Any other symptoms, like leg pain? If so, be sure to contact your surgeon soon. Either way, if it does not resolve in a few days, you need to check in with your surgeon. Could be meds you are taking, not enough protein in your blood, or any number of things (some minor, others not so much).

 

Jan

The swelling is pretty minimal today.  No Jan I didn't have any leg pain.  My main concern now is abdominal soreness, almost like post laprascopic surgery.  My abdomen was really bloated and sore yesterday.  My back even hurt.  Today it is just really sore, with no back pain.  Should I be concerned and hope that this, too, will pass?  I did send my Dr. a couple of messages on the portal.  I hope the staff reads them before the weekend!  

Take Care All!

Connie

It is not uncommon for there to be some dependent swelling in the legs after big abdominal surgery. Takes time for the congestion in the surgical area to resolve. Also, if you are anemic, you have less ability to hold fluid in the bloodstream. The key is to keep moving when you are up (working the leg muscles moves blood through the veins). When sitting, elevate your legs to prevent more edema (swelling).

 

On the abdominal pain, if it is sudden or severe, go to the ER. But, if it is just an increased soreness, it probably is likely to your increased activity.

 

Jan

I talked to Dr. this PM.  He said I possibly had a small obstruction, and that's what I think, too.  As far as the swelling goes, he said it could be related to blood pressure (it was 120/80 after I talked to him), heart, or the fact I had major surgery, and if it persists to call my internist Monday.  I have a physical every Nov., and heart has always been ok, so I'm thinking it's from major surgery.  I will start elevating my feet more.  I have compression stockings I could wear, too.  Thanks for your suggestions!