Side Effects (Stomach distended and hard and will Not go away): I just had a bilateral mastectomy on the 29th of April 2020 and my drain stayed in for about 4 weeks but after I was able to move around I noticed that my stomach was like really hard and round exceptionally round like a beer gut and I was thinking it was because I didn't have breast anymore but it's not that, it is still that way now and I supposedly been able to go back to work 6th June and it has not left and I have lost the weight not a lot but I have lost the weight but that stomach is still hard and still be big like I'm pregnant and it's very upsetting and I've asked about it at my doctor and nobody is able to tell me so I'm having a colonoscopy in a few weeks and I asked for an endoscopy to see if it's something in there if someone finds out any information please let me know cuz I will tell you the results of my endoscopy if they find anything I'm going to ask the gastroenterologist about it, good luck ladies is all I can say and I didn't have the reconstructive surgery because I had breast cancer before and I had radiation and they told me that on that particular side I was not going to be eligible for it because my skin would not stretch anymore, but if anybody knows anything please put it on here so I can read it thanks and I'm praying for us all to figure out how we can Live with this new shape of our body that I don't think you're not supposed to have, Thanks and you are absolutely right! Recovery from a mastectomy typically takes several weeks. When you can start driving again typically depends on how you feel during recovery. It is still early days for you after your operation, so you can expect it to still be slightly tender and swollen. I am not fat just looks like a have a basketball under my shirt. Most have been trained on the job by a mentor some actually have had themselves a mastectomy or lumpectomy for even better first hand advise the m How long will i have tightness and swelling after double mastectomy? Oooh! p.s. I started to post the video after reading your comment, impulsive? Go to the Breast Cancer Support Group. Belly bloatHi Shirley - I too had my surgery last Thursday - a bilateral mastectomy. Its also common to feel a bit nauseous from the anesthesia. You have 3 options: Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. Know that, although it may take some time, youll eventually start to feel better. I had left mastectomy and few lymph nodesleft side bloating/swelling4 months post op. If you have breast reconstruction during the same surgery, you may have a longer hospital stay, up to a week. I 'thought' I was doing it right but I let one cut go and ended up in very bad shape with cellulitis. Good Luck everyone and a swift recovery. It takes several weeks to recover from a mastectomy. If youre scheduled for a lung cancer surgery, you may have a lot of questions about the procedure and the recovery process. You have a foreign object inside your body, which may just want to reject that object. Take your time, but dont ignore the muscles. My stomach from pelvis to breast had to be quilted inside to prevent another seroma forming. Hi, I had my mastectomy in April, and ever since the op I've had upper abdominal swelling. Does it go away? however,had a DIEP and ended up with seroma in the abdomen,which capsulated,and removed surgically.Consequently I ended up with scar tissue and a protruding tummy. Ask to see a lymphedema specialist for help. Had part of colon removed in April & did radiospheres as well. @sandyjr and others in this thread.. Me too. All, I am 5 weeks post double MX and have the belly swelling you describe. Keep in mind that the exact timelines can vary based on the type of procedure you have, as well as your overall health. dog_lover Member Posts: 8. I had no reconstruction and try to go to gym and walk 3 times a week but doesnt seem to help. Chronic pain after breast surgery: A prospective, observational study. 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Hi Delight, welcome. Life is full and good post cancer and treatment. If people got proper training, they would know about lymphedema and be able to give proper treatment. So consensus seems to be to talk to either GP or BCN, it won't just settle on its own? Mine has in ever since chemo so thought it was from that but other folks noticed it after anesthesia. I think whats difficult for me is mainly -the impact of this on daily living, theres ongoing pain, the immediate need to go to the loo and the not knowing if I am gonna keep growing.. which seems minor when everyone is going through so much and fighting to beat cancer. Some of those nerve ending may regenerate themselves; but for the majority of women, the end result is a lack of sensation. I noticed I have a bloated stomach when I washed myself up. Like a bowling ball. Connect with thousands of patients and caregivers for support and answers. We spent extra time with our doctors asking questions to help us understand what we were getting into. I just googled abdominal lymphedema after breast cancer and yes, I'm sure that is what I have, and many others also have. It's most often felt in the areas of the chest wall, armpit, or arm. I woud look at your lymph system as the areas you have highlighted sound like the main lymph drainage areas. My breastcare nurse have also been a great source of help and support. They suggest using an abdominal binder and more importantly going to a physical therapist trained in lymphatic massage. Like Helpful Hug I had surgery Feb. 27, 2019 and had abdominal swelling. Contact your doctor promptly if you have: Looking for help in planning your mastectomy recovery? could it be fluid? He's focused on getting the cancer out. Your surgeon transfers a section of skin, muscle, fat and blood vessels from one part of your body to your chest to create a new breast mound. "I had surgery Feb. 27, 2019 and had abdominal swelling. Connect with thousands of patients and caregivers for support and answers. I had a modified radical mastectomy, chemo and radiation in 1996-1997. I was discussing my request for lymphedema consideration when I went for blood work etc. Dr. Harness comments on the degree of swelling a woman should expect after her double mastectomy. I am so sorry you have gone through all of that without the doctors or nurses explaining the future possibilities. At age 65, I am 11 days post op after a simple left breast mastectomy. You should be off narcotic pain medication before driving again. yes . You also need to be comfortable wearing a seatbelt. Hard to feel good about oneself when you look 8 months pregnant. Hahaha. Thanks, I am going to email my consultants and see if they have recommendations for Physio- you are on it! Did you have your lymphedema evaluation? Ugh. This morning I noticed swelling in upper left abdomen. How long was your tummy swollen for? It stimulates the main lymph drainage areas, in you tummy, back and groin. But if those emotions last longer than you would desire, seek some help from a professional. If you belong to a medical group, they may be able to recommend a physical therapist, but you do want someone knowledgeable in lymph massage. The recovery from mastectomy is different for everyone. If the mastectomy also took lymph nodes out of the armpit, the arm will always have a tendency to swell. My prophylactic, bilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstructionwith implants, has developed severe swelling on left side. I have read some great info though! Thanks for listening. I try to get walking in and gym but doesnt seem to help. I think you must consult a doctor on this as they can suggest you something after propec checkups and test reports. Please support The Breast Cancer Site by adding us to your ad blockers whitelist ads help us to support those fighting Breast Cancer. 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 have recently found recorded medical lectures on You Tube that I have found helpful. I am a year out of a double mastectomy and seem to develop a lot of upper belly fat. Hopefully the burping and passing gas is the beginning of your relief and your bowels will follow. Jusdt a very thin abdominal wall because muscle has been removed. 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! I didn't have recon, and don't bother to wear my prosthesis much either, but my big hard upper tummy still protrudes further than my E/F cup boobs! Its hard to get people to understand that. We avoid using tertiary references. This feels", "@kk57 See if you can get a referral to a physical therapist who addresses lymphatic massage.". Any ideas? things that can help you while showering or bathing, including: items to help with surgical drains (if you have them), such as: a drain lanyard for the shower, which can help to keep surgical drains from dangling, a mastectomy drain apron or jacket, which has pockets designed to secure surgical drains, comfortable pants, such as yoga or lounge pants, shirts that fit loosely and that can button or zip in the front, something to keep you entertained in your hospital room, such as a book, magazine, or tablet. My left ankle has been swelling in hot weather but is not swollen this morning. It is 9 days since mastectomy I am very swollen and bruised and swollen particularly under my arm. An abdominal CT was normal. Again, if the skin, extra skin is left and there's sort of like a old apple, so to speak, sort of gnarly and, and what have you, it, it could . I do not have it bad like some do. Most people recover from a mastectomy without complications. I bought the 9" abdominal binder from the medical store called Aids for Recovery. I found the breast nurses the most useful and approachable. Clearly the link you wanted to post is not spam. (2018). Can Breast Cancer Be Detected in a Complete Blood Count (CBC)? Breast Cancer Now is a company limited by guarantee registered in England (9347608) and a charity registered in England and Wales (1160558), Scotland (SC045584) and the Isle of Man (1200). Hi, I'm new here and have been too busy to consistantly lurk! I then researched seroma after abdominal surgery and I found its a fairly common side effect. Connection & Conversation: Open for the holidays. Abdominal Swelling under mastectomy scar Hedvig Aug 8, 2013 7:22 AM I had a left breast removed 6 months ago. Copyright 2000-2022 Cancer Survivors Network. Also how can I tell if I have a seroma or just post surgical swelling. Not standard mastectomy. Of course, I could just be obese in that area. A good tip would be to place commonly used items like clothes, toiletries, plates, and utensils within easy reach. A mastectomy is a type of surgery that removes the entire breast. I bought them from Dick's Sporting Goods Store. Thank you, @carr. Might be a bonkers idea but have you asked your medical team if anything external could assist (and be safe)? It may take time to regain that muscle strength. I guard my hands and arms like you wouldnt believe. Its important to take all pain medications exactly as prescribed. I think paranoid hyperchondriac is a pretty good label for me right now! I take a stool softener because of the constipation that's a side-effect of the Detral LA I'm on. The maximal effect i Dr. Susan Rhoads and another doctor agree. If you had a mastectomy without breast reconstruction, youll be given a prosthesis to wear. This is great info. While everyone is different, the wounds and healin process should be about 90% complete in the 6-8 week timeframe. I woke up from the first surgery with it. Reconstructive surgery can be performed at the same time as your mastectomy surgery. I will call tomorrow! It sounds as if you are doing fairly well. I had a double mastectomy with no reconstruction about 3.5 years ago. My care team says they have never seen this but obviously others have had it. Well discuss how long recovery takes, what mastectomy pain is like, and when you can typically return to daily activities. Your surgeon will talk with you about when this may be possible. It was part of the reason I had an ER visit post op. thanks for replying , it is a great idea and despite buying highly expensive support pants Ive found a swimming costume helps a lot - seems to even the load all out! When you leave the hospital, youll receive information about your recovery at home. 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