Re: post-op: laparotomy-- complications?
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 23 Dec 2000 17:40:03 -0600 (CST)
This can happen and is not a major problem. It should clear by itself
in a few days to weeks. If you have any other concerns please write
back or see tyour doctor.
Hope this helps.
HSM
At Sat, 23 Dec 2000, Ann wrote:
>
>Hello. I just had a laparotomy to remove an ovarian cyst. I had the
>bikini incision. I'm about 5 days post-op, and seem to be healing just
>fine. However, my labia are -very- swollen and look black due to what
>looks like bruising or collected blood. Is this normal, or is something
>wrong here?
>Thanks...
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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