Publication types Case Reports Review MeSH terms Abdominal Wall / innervation Abdominal Wall / physiopathology* Humans It has been almost a month since we talked and you have had your appointments. @mariahpendl, I wanted to check in. I have had that abdominal swelling as well. Nette, thank you so much for that - I'll certainly get it checked out. Not only can this help you feel more confident, but this individual can also take over if you experience pain or discomfort while driving. 2005-2023 Healthline Media a Red Ventures Company. It's called MLD, or manual lymphatic drainage. Hello @almostoutofthewoods and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I understand they are focused on saving our lives but discounting our side effects is really disheartening. Please support The Breast Cancer Site by adding us to your ad blockers whitelist ads help us to support those fighting Breast Cancer. This is typically 3 days or less. Now lets explore when you may be able to restart certain activities after your mastectomy. Swelling can take 4-8 weeks to completely resolve. It was frustrating. No swelling in my extremities. Dr. Harness comments on the degree of swelling a woman should expect after her double mastectomy. Most people recover from a mastectomy without complications. Its okay to feel angry and upset at the world for a while. Also, some elastic type shorts that come up to belly button and that have a wide elastic band for waist. Losing a breast is difficult in itself, but having issues with your new physical image is just as hard. This is a soft, lightweight breast form that can be worn inside your bra. She probably shouldn't experience any swelling if the skin has been placed down flat by the surgeon. An abdominal CT was normal. To learn more, please visit our. As such, you may want to look for a comfortable, but supportive, chair to sleep in during the early stages of your recovery. I had a mastectomy one year ago and now i am noticing swelling and pain in my arm. Use of this online service is subject to the disclaimer and the terms and conditions. My doctor was reluctant to admit lymphedema was a potential problem but finally relented and made the referral. Its vital that you continue to do these arm and shoulder exercises regularly as you recover. I am glad to hear about the MLD and will ask my oncologist to refer me. Your lymph nodes help filter out harmful substances. Usually drains will help to minimize this but not completely prevent it. Some of those nerve ending may regenerate themselves; but for the majority of women, the end result is a lack of sensation. Keep a close, very close eye on any cuts (even the". You will know if you develop a seroma. Do you think I would benefit from a chest and abdominal binder? Owned and operated by CharityUSA.com, LLC. The swelling is in the left breast and side, naturally, but also in the groin area, upper and lower abdomen, and across my back by my shoulder blades. I was always fairly lean until my DMX in 2017. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2000-2022 Cancer Survivors Network. If you happened to start the reconstruction process with expanders, or even once you put implants in, infection can still happen. October 2003 #5. So, for now, Im sticking with my detox tea, exercise and yoga to try to get my body back in balance. I did not know about this. could it be fluid? Was told it would get better. I started to post the video after reading your comment, impulsive? Be careful not to touch or remove the steri-strips or sutures. My belly swells and goes down. Do you think I would benefit from a chest and abdominal binder? I had surgery Feb. 27, 2019 and had abdominal swelling. Its hard to get people to understand that. what could be wrong and what do i do? Any ideas? I am so relieved that I have found this group and that I am not alone with this problem! If you have breast reconstruction during the same surgery, you may have a longer hospital stay, up to a week. That pain will subside. FYI @almostoutofthewoods. My GP doesn't seem bothered, and my BCN says it will 'probably go away'. However, its important to be aware of the signs of a potential complication so that you can seek help. Those are your signs to call your doctor for further instructions. You can do research about them on Google to understand how they work. (2020). Youll have difficulty finding clothes, especially if you only have one breast. While everyone is different, the wounds and healin process should be about 90% complete in the 6-8 week timeframe. In 2020 I noticed a bulge that grew and grew! I just googled abdominal lymphedema and yes, it is a thing, and yes, that is what I have and I'm sure many others with "Buddha belly" have. Please tell me it will go away. Then revision surgery on August 3rd. I just googled abdominal lymphedema after breast cancer and yes, I'm sure that is what I have, and many others also have. Try to get a lymphadema clinic referral as knowing the correct way to massage the lymph system is very important. Im going to email my surgeons with all those questions you dont ask at the time ! So, yes, I have lymphedema and the massage moved a lot of fluid out. Good Luck and return to your doctor and get it diagnosed and sorted. For others, it may be longer. Did you get it sorted ? Jusdt a very thin abdominal wall because muscle has been removed. Its hard to feel anything in the breast area: an accidental brush of someones arm walking by, something poking through your t-shirt or bra, even the intimate moments between you and your significant other are hard to detect. I have not had reconstruction yet and it has been a year. The nurses/techs give you bs when you ask for proper treatment.you cant get lymphedema if you only have 1 node removedyou wont get if after 10 yearsyou wont get it if they take blood from your handthey cant take blood pressure in your legit goes on and on. I have not had reconstruction yet and it has been a year. 1998-2023 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Resreach. The problem is called standing cone with probably a seroma in it. and the surgeon blew me off. I WAS a 13 year survivor until last month. Is there anything we can do to make the swelling go down? For potential or actual medical emergencies, immediately call 911 or your local emergency service. I never had trouble doing that either before all this. Acute pain from a mastectomy will gradually go away as you heal. I'm not familiar with the details of this type of procedure or the complication which has occurredjust very sorry you have found yourself in this situation. For some people, this may be about 10 days after surgery. I had a modified radical mastectomy, chemo and radiation in 1996-1997. I am not fat just looks like a have a basketball under my shirt. Has anyone else had this? I started physical therapy 2 weeks ago and the physical therapist could tell right away that it was fluid. I was discussing my request for lymphedema consideration when I went for blood work etc. Lol Healthline Media does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Checklist for recovery after mastectomy. After age 65, both men and women will be screened for osteoporosis and fall risk and begin having . Your surgeon will talk with you about when this may be possible. I am new on this site and have been trawling for information. If the procedure involves the formation of the lower breast pocket, the swelling may not be limited to the breasts. Hi, I'm new here and have been too busy to consistantly lurk! Most surgeons seem to feel that the area settles more quickly if it is left to absorb into the surrounding tissues naturally. I'd put it down to the fact that now the boob has gone, I can see this side of my stomach - but not the other, where I still have a boob. Do I now walk around in constant discomfort, looking 4 months pregnant? A mastectomy is designed to take as much breast tissue as the surgeon can, this includes tissue in the arm pit. All, I am 5 weeks post double MX and have the belly swelling you describe. If this is the case, get instructions from your surgeon on how to care for your surgical drains at home. Abdominal swelling after surgery - has anyone else had this? My breastcare nurse have also been a great source of help and support. This could be fluid and needs to be sorted. Some individuals may develop chronic pain following a mastectomy. A good tip would be to place commonly used items like clothes, toiletries, plates, and utensils within easy reach. Follow your instincts and if your doctor isn't responsive enough, keep looking for one who will attend to your health needs. Your surgeon may be have a point that your stomach hasn't changed but it is more visible now because the breasts have been removed. However, the surgeon got a little ambitious and created a lot of damage on my left side to remove the node. Did you get a response? Have a lovely Sunday and again thanks for your reply. Keep in mind that the exact timelines can vary based on the type of procedure you have, as well as your overall health. @carr Mine was the result of abdominal reconstruction taken from my tummy and tunnelled up to my breast. (I dont like regular lymphedema compression sleeves but I do like Solidea brand items, which my therapist recommended.) My mom is experiencing the same thing - visible abdominal distension, that has persisted almost 5 weeks after her surgery. I don't suppose that this has helped you a lot but I hope it has maybe pointed you in a direction that will help you to find a way out yourself. Complete your request online or contact us by phone. Any update? Don't leave it to get better on its own as the longer the fluid is there the harder it seems to get rid of it. Recovery from a mastectomy typically takes several weeks. The hospital and my surgeon said", "I have mild lymphedema in one arm after a bilateral mastectomy where seventeen lymph nodes were", "@chamisa See my post below. @kk57 See if you can get a referral to a physical therapist who addresses lymphatic massage. I too have a distended abdomen since I had bilateral mastectomy in 2018 the swelling got aoarst this year and had a CT scan and US which is negative for cancer. breast reconstruction during your mastectomy. If youre unsure if its safe for you to drive, ask your surgeon for their advice. Its lymphatic, not gastrointestinal. Your surgeon may prescribe a pain medication to take after you leave the hospital. If youre scheduled for a lung cancer surgery, you may have a lot of questions about the procedure and the recovery process. Its a good idea to take another person with you the first time you drive after surgery. Nor, do I hold a doctors degree to suggest what someone should do medically. Mastectomy: Your operation explained. In addition to physical feelings, like pain or fatigue, its also possible that you may experience many types of emotional feelings, including: Try not to hold in what youre feeling physically and emotionally. They were wrong (and @trixie1313 ) I too have Kaiser and I wish my care had been as complete as yours.sigh. Did they do anything to reduce the seroma? DIEP Flap meant I had a chance to regain some of those feelings. Clearly the link you wanted to post is not spam. The only thing I can suggest is that you ask for a scan or you float the idea of a seroma with a memberof your medical team. Then I went back to the last page and noticed that @colleenyoung beat me to it. I can tell this is very bothersome to", "Thanks for the info, but it's definitely not a regular "bloating" or digestion problem. You may not like the look of your implants or the way your chest looks if you chose not to do reconstruction. Swelling After Surgery Is it Normal? When you return to work can also depend on the type of work you do. It took 4-6 months before I could comfortably do sit-ups without swelling or pain. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition. I bought them from Dick's Sporting Goods Store. Goodbye surgeon. I am not fat just looks like a have a basketball under my shirt. The dr said that it was lymphatic fluid gathering at the bottom of my breast due to the surgery. Then revision surgery on August 3rd. Connection & Conversation: Open for the holidays. How long would naproxen take to work for me? About a month after the August surgery my belly became hard and bloated. @kk57 has shared something she is doing that seems to be helping. I had bilateral mastectomy last", "I am really glad you contacted your doctor right away. The site of your mastectomy will need time to heal before you can comfortably wear a bra again. Figure 1. In a circular motion, bring your shoulders forward, up, backward, and down (see Figure 1). If you had a mastectomy without breast reconstruction, youll be given a prosthesis to wear. Interested in more discussions like this? This is great info. Its one of several potential treatment options for breast cancer. I am really glad you contacted your doctor right away. p.s. 1998-2023 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Resreach. For me, the BC nightmare never ends. Like a bowling ball. 1. My doctor says it is IBS but my only symptom is bloated belly. Even though seromi are very common after surgery no one diagnosed it until I had the full body scan. Hopefully the burping and passing gas is the beginning of your relief and your bowels will follow. Connect with thousands of patients and caregivers for support and answers. Swelling, edema and ascites Swelling or edema is a build-up of fluid in the tissues. You have had a post op ct so if it was a seroma they should have been able to see the fluid. Following bilateral Mx I had failed implants and was completely flat.My tummy appeared to be really fat,as wasn't balanced out. Her comment was "Mom maybe you just didn't notice how big your belly was when your boobs were hanging down over it." Depends: It depends how long after gastrectomy.If the swelling happens a few days later, it can be due to infection or bleeding. Use a thimble when sewing. I have very skinny legs and arms, but this huge stomach bulging out!!! Good luck and persevere it is your body and you that needs to live with it. I am so sorry you have gone through all of that without the doctors or nurses explaining the future possibilities. However, some people may have a longer recovery period. @sandyjr and others in this thread.. I have no answer but mine was a seroma and had to be surgically remove as it was left so long. With this in mind, try to prep your house and supplies ahead of time. Youll likely need to wait 3 to 4 weeks before resuming other types of exercise. A low-grade fever that is under 100 degrees Fahrenheit is normal the day after surgery. Did this swelling resolve for anyone? Prophylactic mastectomy is surgery to remove breast tissue. I already messaged my surgeon. My bowel habits have returned to normal, but I also have torso bloat/swelling that is quite uncomfortable. This may be 2 weeks or longer. How are you feeling after your mastectomy? 1998-2023 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Resreach. "Thank you, @carr. Your surgeon will schedule a follow-up appointment about 7 to 10 days after your mastectomy. It's done to reduce the risk of cancer in people with a high risk of developing breast, Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. The recovery from mastectomy is different for everyone. Yes, on a rare occasion I have gas, but that isn't the problem, since it always stays the same even when I have gas and I take care of that problem. Stomach bloating is generally related to several different factors. I had to fight with the doctors to get care and ultimately had to take it upon myself to get PT and massage therapy (which I had to pay for myself) because they kept saying I didn't have it. I have had CT scan, Xrays and blood tests and all are normal. However, it is important to remember that it is generally not harmful. I had left mastectomy and few lymph nodesleft side bloating/swelling4 months post op. However, there are those times where I need to say, If it was me, I would do. It may take time to regain that muscle strength. I would be happy to receive news and updates from Cancer Chat, NICE suspected cancer referral guidelines, Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People. All the best to you. You have a foreign object inside your body, which may just want to reject that object. Belly bloatHi Shirley - I too had my surgery last Thursday - a bilateral mastectomy. It's not", "I had surgery Feb. 27, 2019 and had abdominal swelling. Learn how CBCs are used in the treatment of breast cancer. I hope that your recuperation continues to progress. It takes several weeks to recover from a mastectomy. Wishing you the very best. I proactively insisted on a referral to a lymphedema therapist (who incidentally was awful I have since found a kind, caring, and helpful therapist. Well discuss how long recovery takes, what mastectomy pain is like, and when you can typically return to daily activities. Swelling after mastectomy A 69-year-old female asked: How long will i have tightness and swelling after double mastectomy? Medical procedures always scare me now. Thanks, I am going to email my consultants and see if they have recommendations for Physio- you are on it! After you wake up from the anesthesia, you may notice that you have: Youll be given pain medication to help ease discomfort. The hospital and my surgeon said the swelling was not swelling, they said my stomach appeared to me to be swollen because I did not have breasts. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322525 It can spread to the abdomen due to the lower breast pocket and gravity. Great news but now2 months out I still cant wear my clothes. You May ask why if it is common why it wasnt immediately diagnosed. You should go to a certified lymphedema therapist, or CLT. Thanks! Another health carrier, Sutter, also offers classes and I found their lymphedema class was even more educational. I wondered also if it is because of being on the AI killing off all estrogen if that was having an effect. Surprised how many women are experiencing abdominal bloating. So my bulge has added about 20cm to my circumference which is really pronounced when moving from laying to sitting - it looks like one side is flat and the other raises up like its own separate pregnancy! Get prescriptions or refills through a video chat, if the doctor feels the prescriptions are medically appropriate. I'm afraid that I've turned a bit psycho since my diagnosis and was fairly sure my bulge was either pancreatic or peritoneal cancer tumours. I will call tomorrow! pouch left in armpit. I am a year out of a bilateral mastectomy with no reconstruction and seem to have developed a lot of belly fat and am taking a anastrozole. They are not keen to remove the fluid unless it is essential, as it tends to build up again quite quickly. Very long story short I developed lymphedema out of the gate following surgery in my left arm. I bought the 9" abdominal binder from the medical store called Aids for Recovery. Complete your request online or contact us by phone. I think paranoid hyperchondriac is a pretty good label for me right now! My health carrier is Kaiser Permanente and prior to any surgeries, they have patients attend classes guided by physical therapists. Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and Conditions of Use linked below. Thank you, @carr. What were your test results? I asked her what if I had no arms and she said I was carrying things too far. (2020). Can Breast Cancer Be Detected in a Complete Blood Count (CBC)? It stimulates the main lymph drainage areas, in you tummy, back and groin. As I'm 62, this would be impossible and I'm very definitely post menopausal. New research suggests that melatonin may help lower the risk of breast cancer, slow the growth of breast cancer, and help make breast cancer. I've read that some antibiotics can kill the natural bacteria that the body needs to help process food as it passes through the system. And. Chronic pain after breast surgery: A prospective, observational study. Ive created list of my top eight post-mastectomy issues to relay over to those who ask. Compression garments such as a compression bra, shape wear or an abdominal binder can help reduce swelling. on the non affected side. yes . One concern you may have is when you can go about daily activities, like household chores and running errands. Yes, it could be a possible seroma or hematoma. That was two years ago and I never did the belly binder. The CT scan revealed nothing untoward, except that my abdominal wall is minus muscle that was used for boob reconstruction. The hospital and my surgeon said", "Thanks, @amandajro, but agree with @almostoutofthewoods this isnt gastrointestinal bloating which this article addresses. I've tried every logical thing I can think of and nothing helps. It was a perk of why I chose it, and I have. @almostoutofthewoods There are different lymphedema pads called "swell spots" that are quite helpful. Before you leave the hospital, youll be shown various arm and shoulder exercises to do during recovery. All rights reserved. In addition to general pain or discomfort, it's possible to feel:. He's focused on getting the cancer out. I feel so relieved knowing what this is and how to take care of it. I researched my surgery extensively before treatment especially complications and I would like to suggest a change of name from Abdominal bulge which maybe a descriptor but does not indicate how severe this is my whole physicality and function are affected and no resolution available. I WAS a 13 year survivor until last month. 20002023 The Breast Cancer Site and GreaterGood. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. Its frustrating that doctors dont take lymphedema more seriously, but I guess theyre just focused on ridding us of the cancer. I'm 48 and apparently not peri-menopausal. I am not a medic so dont know. It's handy to rest things on, I guess! I had a level one clearance with my lumpectomy and, there was an attempt to take a minimal number of lymph nodes from the arm that hadn't had surgery previously along with my mastectomies. I think it's a build up of fluid, like a lymphedema problem. HealthTap uses cookies to enhance your site experience and for analytics and advertising purposes. She has a direct line to the surgeons and the whole BC team. This is great info. I noticed that you wanted to add a URL to a video. I look like a freak. When you open up your body, youre leaving yourself exposed. That I just noticed it now coz I no longer have breasts but we know our bodies, we notice most of the changes especially change in our stomach where most of us are very conscious of. Weakness is a common side effect to mastectomy patients, especially to those who proceed with reconstructive surgery. I have mild lymphedema in one arm after a bilateral mastectomy where seventeen lymph nodes were removed. Conclusion: Abdominal wall paralysis is an underdiagnosed complication after thoracic surgery. Our experts continually monitor the health and wellness space, and we update our articles when new information becomes available. There's evanmarcus again appearing on the forum with slightly odd remarks.. I have recently found recorded medical lectures on You Tube that I have found helpful. I don't tend to wear my prosthesis in my bra, but have noticed that when I do, my tummy disappears just like the non-mx side. 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