What Causes A Lump At The Incision Site After An Oophorectomy?

Posted on Sat, 24 Dec 2016

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Question : I had surgery for the removal of both ovaries on 12/19. I had one incision on the left side which took both ovaries out lapascoply . I have a lump the size of a golf ball and have ice on it. I think its a hematoma and don't know if I should go to the ER. I get no response from the emergency answering service for my doctor. I had one of these once before in my right side from an oblation on my heart. But the doctors broke it up and explained I would have the blood disapate. I don't know if I should try and break it up. Please help me.

Answered by Dr. Rishi (-4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It seems like a Hematoma. Do not worry.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to Health Care Magic and Thanks for your question.

It does seem like a Hematoma.

Please see your Surgeon and once he/she examines you they should be able to decide the best course of action.

Do not worry, its not an emergency. But please see the Surgeon at the earliest.

Take care and do let me know if there are any queries on this issue.

Regards
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee