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Re: Abdominal Swelling
From: Leah (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 13 Jul 1999 15:55:56 -0500 (CDT)
Thanks for the insight. I too was told by my Dr that the swelling was
only temporary and that the remains would be scar tissue. Well in my
opinion that's alot of scar tissue that looks more on the line like an
abdominal implant of some sort. I was informed that I had a 16 pound
tumor removed, but looks more like one was implanted instead. What's a
"BODY" to do. I'm about to give up and pay for a lyposuction myself!!!
If you find help, please keep me informed. Thanks!!!
At Sat, 10 Jul 1999, Patty wrote:
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>At Fri, 9 Jul 1999, Leah wrote:
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>>On April 19, 1999 I had an abdominal hysterectomy.
>>Prior to my surgery, I had a nice flat tummy. Now,
>>almost twelve weeks after surgery, I have the ugliest
>>tummy bulge one could dream of. Will the swelling ever
>>go down as a result of the surgery or am I stuck with
>>this unsightly bulge? Your advise will be greatly
>>appreciated. Thx!
>
>I am dealing with the same problem, only it's been 5yrs since my
>hysterectomy. I was told not to "worry" that it would look "fine" with
>time. Well, not only is it extremly ugly, I have this flap of skin that
>hangs over the scar. The Dr said "I put everything back where it
>belongs". I was so upset I tried to get a referral for reconstructive
>surgery, but was denied because it was considered cosmetic.
>Wait, if I had a Mystectomy instead of a Hysterectomy that wouldn't be
>considered Cosmetic? Where is the Logic?
>
>Still looking for an Answer
>
>--
>Patty
>
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