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Abdominal Abscesses After Vaginal Hysterectomy. Blood Test, X-ray Normal. Could There Be Fluid Leaking After Surgery?
Hello: After a vaginal hysterectomy I developed abdominal abscesses. Had drainage and then surgery, lost 5 inches of my small intestines. I am 9 weeks post surgery, IV antibiotics for 8 weeks. For the past 7 days I have had abdominal pain predominately near resection yet intensifies and radiates into my back and upper abdomen. Had blood tests and xrays 4 days ago, all normal. I am taking pain meds again, limiting activity, and use of a heating pad helps sooth. Could there be fluid leaking this long after surgery?
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Fri, 22 Nov 2013
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If there was in any fluid collection in the abdomen, it will show up in the ultrasound/ct/xrays. Pain after abdominal surgery is common. And you had supra-major surgery. hot fomentation and pain killers will help.Dont be completely immobile.
If there was in any fluid collection in the abdomen, it will show up in the ultrasound/ct/xrays. Pain after abdominal surgery is common. And you had supra-major surgery. hot fomentation and pain killers will help.Dont be completely immobile.
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