is it normal to have swelling after a hysterectomy?
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I gained almost 30 lbs after my hysto. and most of that is in the belly area.  I thought at first it was simply the "Swelly Belly" one gets after an abdominal hysto... but it didn't go away.
812694
Hystrectomy???? but a bit harsh
1107010
I had a hysterectomy for the same reason (years ago) and it was the best thing that I ever did.  No more of that crap.  I had the same symptoms you do - I was miserable.  I swear, if all that stuff grew back again, I'd have ANOTHER hysterectomy LOL\nI'm not kidding though.
700998
i had a hysterectomy in 98, i kno i coughed and it seemed like it took me a few to really catch my breath back....    this type of surgery is a major surgery...   you need to remember that your body once had a organ(s) in a certain area  and then all of a sudden its gone,   and so the rest of your body has to adjust to so many changes just from this type of surgery.....   and trust me, please take the time your doctor said for you to take to heal, believe me, your body will need the time frame in order to heal the right way....   do not do hormone replacements either, they r bad for you..  they actually cause more damage then good to your body....    i have not took a hormone replacement for like 5 or 6 years now,   AND I DO NOT HAVE HOT FLASHES ANYMORE EITHER...   JUST LET YOUR BODY HEAL LIKE YOUR DOCTOR SAID  AND THEN IF U STILL ARE HAVING A PROBLEM   THEN THATS WHEN I WOULD BE BRINGING IT TO HIS / HER ATTENTION...
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I think it depends what kind of hysterectomy you have if they even cut muscle.  And I don't even know that they do anywhich way.  I had a laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy, in which they make small abdominal incisions in which to insert little tiny cameras to guide their work, and I asked my doctor if my stomach muscle would be impacted.  He said they actually go in between the "six pack" muscles.  They may do that regardless of whether it's laparoscopic or total abdominal... i don't know.
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The tendency to bloat is due the fact that the abdominal covity was open to air, allowing free air to enter, causing the bloating and distentiion. Also, many people have a build up of fluids after surgery, it is a part of the bodies attempt to heal and usually goes away
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why the hysterectomy? leg pains can be anything from cramps, nerve impingement (spine) or arthritis.  You are relatively young so arthritis is unlikely.  If you had a hysterectomy because of danger of malignancy then it is best to look out for deep venous thrombosis.  Gynecological problems or cancer can cause the blood to be too thick or sluggish causing it to form tiny blood clots which may block your veins causing decreased blood flow.  This may be dangerous because these clots may be dislodge and in turn travel towards the arteries supplying your lungs causing pulmonary thromboembolism which can be fatal if massive.  Look for sign of swelling of the legs, redness, claudication or intermittent calf pain upon walking
570290
Earlier I told you about thrombosis, but with the swollen tummy, I don't expect that so much. I expect you are just retaining water. This could be because of your menstral cycle. My tummy and my legs do that too.\n\nDon't worry about it too much!
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It sounds like lymphedema, swelling of a limb often experienced as a side-effect of removal of the lymph nodes, as in cancer surgery. Perhaps the lymph nodes are blocked for some reason.\n\nI'm not a physician or medical student, just know a little about lymphedema from a friend who has it.
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Hi Andreah, My best advice to you is to use your common sense here...just call your doc.  The doctor who performed your hysterectomy will be glad you called and they will let you know what is the safest bet.  You have surely been put on an antibiotic from your surgery.  This leaves your body low on healthy bacteria that usually would be eating the natural yeasts from the foods we eat.  For now eat a yogurt (with active cultures) which contain a very small level of healthy bacteria, and call your doctor they will let you know what is right for you.  Heres to the amazing ecosystem the human body!! Good luck.
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See your doctor.  It may be nothing, but when my mom did that, she had uterine cancer.  It was caught early and they did a hysterectomy which got it all.  She has been cancer free for over 10 yrs now.\n\nI don't want to scare you and it could be nothing serious.  But knowing what happened with my mom, I would get checked out.\n\nSue
573526
In my own case, my breats get extremely sore and swollen right before my period, so it can be a side effect from your period. However, if it is a symptom you have never experienced before, and you're concerned, see your GYN for follow up.
510632
The problem with a hysterectomy is that your system changes. A complete hysterectomy impedes adequate hormone production in your system. There are so many really good alternatives that can regulate your system.
1018223
woah! woah! woah!  "simple hysterectomy"?  Who's your doctor?  Frankenstein?  Have you had a cervical freeze or LEEP procedure yet?  I'm just recovering from cervical cancer myself.  It took one year and three procedures but I just had a normal pap smear.  Please email me and give me more details...I really think I can help you.  My email is murph_ltt@yahoo.com
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I temporarily worked for a girl while she had a hysterectomy and she was out for 8 weeks. It all depends on the extent of the procedure. Just contact the doctor who did the surgery or the hospital. They should be able to tell you.
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No, I've had a hysterectomy and my stomach skin don't sag.  You have to do some exercises just like after having a baby to keep yourself toned.
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no effect at all on your tumy tuck, dont worry, the laparoscopic surgery is much less invasive than a laparotomy ( to cut your belly like  in a c seccion) anyways, the air will be removed from your belly after the surgery, you will get swollen a little bit but in one week or less you'll be as normal as before the surgery.