Learn more. All Rights Reserved. Nguyen list some of the most important ones: Women should get cervical cancer screening starting at age 21 and should discuss breast cancer screening starting at age 40. My seroma appeared within 6 weeks of the original operation. This can happen if you have a more extensive procedure, such as a radical mastectomy or if you have breast reconstruction during your mastectomy. @chamisa See my post below. Also thats my intestines running free.. surely thats not a good thing in terms of bodily function?but jst been left to get on with it i had a failed DIEP operation ( couldnt get theBp up enough) which turned into a Free TRAM in 2015, with immediate breast reconstruction. Keep in mind that the exact timelines can vary based on the type of procedure you have, as well as your overall health. A coordinator will follow up to see if Mayo Clinic is right for you. I bought the 9" abdominal binder from the medical store called Aids for Recovery. Most of the people faces problem after surgeries but then you must be really cautious about all these problems. I didn't have chemo or radiation and I only took anastrozole for 5.5 months, after bad side effects. 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 am new on this site and have been trawling for information. it took me a year to have my abdominal swell to be identified but when it was I was told it was a common side effect. Lymphadema is a very distressing problem. It takes time to completely recover from a mastectomy. Goodbye surgeon. Go to the Breast Cancer Support Group. When having a mastectomy, your breast tissue is cut away from your skin. My daughter did make me laugh when I showed her my belly. FYI @almostoutofthewoods. Stay vigilant. 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. I bought them from Dick's Sporting Goods Store. It may take time to regain that muscle strength. Although I have been told the common reply from my surgeon and family Dr. that I just didn't see it before because my breasts were there, that is total B.S. Take care, Lola. I had left mastectomy and few lymph nodesleft side bloating/swelling4 months post op. Its vital that you continue to do these arm and shoulder exercises regularly as you recover. I find that trawling the Internet expeciallythe US sites can throw up some useful information but you do need to read it with care. I started to post the video after reading your comment, impulsive? It was part of the reason I had an ER visit post op. In addition to general pain or discomfort, its possible to feel: Chronic pain after a mastectomy may be more common in people who: There are many potential treatments for chronic pain after mastectomy. I was in excellent physical shape when I underwent my hysterectomy (Not to brag, but I actually had a six-pack!). In 2020 I noticed a bulge that grew and grew! October 2003 #5. I am glad to hear about the MLD and will ask my oncologist to refer me. Chronic pain after breast surgery: A prospective, observational study. It's called MLD, or manual lymphatic drainage. (regarding that, I wonder if guys had needles stuck in their privates if they would be a little more sensitive with their needles???) This can include how to care of your incision, which types of arm and shoulder exercises to do, and when you can resume your normal activities. 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. Every time he had breast augmentation, it can cause some surrounding swelling to the upper abdominal wall for a week or 2 after surgery. p.s. I have recently found recorded medical lectures on You Tube that I have found helpful. I had a bi lateral mastectomy five years ago and only one lymph node removed on my left and two on my right (where the invasive cancer was). My belly seemed almost as big as my boobs were (and that's not small). This depends on your overall health as well as the type of procedure you had. 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. Has the lymphedema subsided? I had sentinel lymph nodes taken then and later all nodes in R arm. Weve assembled some tips below to help you get started. When you can start driving again typically depends on how you feel during recovery. Can Breast Cancer Be Detected in a Complete Blood Count (CBC)? Abdominal swelling post-chemo clier Member Posts: 29 October 2009 edited March 2014 #1 So, I've just finished 6 months Folfox + Avastin, every other week. And contact the incontinence nurse for help with retaining the control I have. Same response as with the other reply here I saw. I do not have it bad like some do. She has a direct line to the surgeons and the whole BC team. There are several reasons why constipation may occur after a hysterectomy, including pain medication, a sedentary lifestyle, and a lack of fiber in the diet. It was frustrating. Sigh. I just wondered if any type of external support item could be worn, thinking some sort of part body stocking, or the fabric used for support tights etc. Try to have a loved one get the prescription filled when youre on your way home, so youll have it on hand if you need it. It can cause: swelling pain an increased risk of infection The fluid normally goes away on its own within a few weeks. 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. If youre unsure if its safe for you to drive, ask your surgeon for their advice. Lots of swelling but few if any, caused by pedicle tram recon. Good luck and persevere it is your body and you that needs to live with it. After you wake up from the anesthesia, you may notice that you have: Youll be given pain medication to help ease discomfort. During this time, hospital staff will monitor vital signs, like your heart rate and blood pressure. I am not fat just looks like a have a basketball under my shirt. Medical procedures always scare me now. Some examples of things to pack are: Recovering from a mastectomy can be physically and emotionally challenging at times. I had my op on both breasts on the Thursday and my drains were taken out on the Saturday. I found that the surrounding area became hot, red, swollen and quite sore. So, yes, I have lymphedema and the massage moved a lot of fluid out. Oooh! Thanks for listening. This can be treated in several ways, including the medications and therapies discussed above. I hope I have give you some ideas. Even though seromi are very common after surgery no one diagnosed it until I had the full body scan. @carr With any surgery there may be side effects that you were unaware of. 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. This is great info. You may not like the look of your implants or the way your chest looks if you chose not to do reconstruction. It may also be difficult to sleep flat for a while. These same lymph nodes that drain the breast can also b A mastectomy bra is usually fitted by a lady who is a trained specialist and is able to measure each patient and determine their size and options. Prophylactic mastectomy is surgery to remove breast tissue. If the procedure involves the formation of the lower breast pocket, the swelling may not be limited to the breasts. Once the fluid was aspirated, it almost immediately felt a lot better. A low-grade fever that is under 100 degrees Fahrenheit is normal the day after surgery. Can you get breast cancer after mastectomy. Did you get a response? Also given the line that it just looks bigger because you have no breasts. PS would physiotherapy help re strengthening other muscles, what to do/not to do etc? I've tried every logical thing I can think of and nothing helps. Owned and operated by CharityUSA.com, LLC. Its lymphatic, not gastrointestinal. Was told it would get better. Hi, I've just joined the site, and wondered if anyone can help. @kk57 See if you can get a referral to a physical therapist who addresses lymphatic massage. HealthTap uses cookies to enhance your site experience and for analytics and advertising purposes. Heres what to expect. Take your time, but dont ignore the muscles. You also need to be comfortable wearing a seatbelt. For me, the BC nightmare never ends. It sounds as if you are doing fairly well. 1998-2023 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Resreach. Now lets explore when you may be able to restart certain activities after your mastectomy. Your tissue has been injured due to the stretching and cutting during surgery. I woud look at your lymph system as the areas you have highlighted sound like the main lymph drainage areas. I may have some in my abdominal area as well but I have been focused on my arm. Its hard to get people to understand that. Re: Abdominal swelling after surgery - has anyone else had this? I am really glad you contacted your doctor right away. Generally speaking, you may be OK to drive if youre able to make an emergency stop without causing pain or discomfort at the mastectomy site. Melatonin and Breast Cancer: Is it Safe and Can it Help? Talk openly with others about what youre experiencing. (I dont like regular lymphedema compression sleeves but I do like Solidea brand items, which my therapist recommended.) I started physical therapy 2 weeks ago and the physical therapist could tell right away that it was fluid. Also given the line that it just looks bigger because you have no breasts. Its important to talk with your surgeon about which specific activities you can do when you get home. Youll also be given a leaflet that has written and visual descriptions of these exercises. I am just wondering what was the outcome for you? Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of infection. I am not fat just looks like a have a basketball under my shirt. In a circular motion, bring your shoulders forward, up, backward, and down (see Figure 1). What Causes Stomach Bloating After Breast Augmentation Surgery? 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. @chamisa She was happy with everything. Belly Bloat after mastectomy? There was nothing wrong with my tummy before this op!! Of course, I could just be obese in that area. Hopefully the burping and passing gas is the beginning of your relief and your bowels will follow. Thank you Carr for the valuable information. But it doesnt worry me and although occasionally uncomfortable it doesnt hurt. @sandyjr and others in this thread.. I hear you. I started this thread back in 2013/4 so there have been lots of views and posts since then. (doctors are currently evaluating my mom for other causes, including ovarian cancer). I also had my lymph node checked on my left side. Because of this, its unlikely that youll have to return to the hospital or a doctors office to have them removed. I might be a big baby, but I was so upset! Its likely that youll start out with gentle, low impact exercise and slowly increase in intensity. Thanks, @amandajro, but agree with @almostoutofthewoods this isnt gastrointestinal bloating which this article addresses. Mine was the result of abdominal reconstruction taken from my tummy and tunnelled up to my breast. Hahaha. Connection & Conversation: Open for the holidays. dog_lover Member Posts: 8. If people got proper training, they would know about lymphedema and be able to give proper treatment. I'm here because of the bloated stomach I noticed just today. Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and Conditions of Use linked below. Please allow me to post it for you. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies. Another time I got a call from a nurse in my doctors office about adding patient requests blood be drawn from the foot because of breast cancer. The nurse made a comment about good luck with that (my words). If you happened to start the reconstruction process with expanders, or even once you put implants in, infection can still happen. For these, please consult a doctor (virtually or in person). This may be 2 weeks or longer. This was at a cancer center that was connected to a hospital that had a trauma center! Your surgeon will be able to give you more specific details. Weakness is a common side effect to mastectomy patients, especially to those who proceed with reconstructive surgery. 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. Interested in more discussions like this? Not standard mastectomy. Connect with thousands of patients and caregivers for support, practical information, and answers. For how long would it take to develop swelling from a flu shot if you had a mastectomy on that side? Watch out for a fever, swelling, redness, and added pain. I had bilateral mastectomy last week, November 3, 2021. Regular massage, especially deep tissue, can be harmful. Did they do anything to reduce the seroma? yes . I was very concerned about lymphedema because I was trying to resolve my risks. A mastectomy is designed to take as much breast tissue as the surgeon can, this includes tissue in the arm pit. Your nurse or doctor can drain the fluid with a needle and syringe if the seroma is painful. Backward shoulder rolls. How". I also wanted to say that it feels like soup one minute and a rugby ball the next ( its also that size!) A belly binder may just bind the area and not let the lymphs move along. I started physical therapy 2 weeks ago and the physical therapist could tell right away that it was fluid. Infections can happen with any surgery. The amount of time taken varies from person to person, but usually this ranges between 4 and 8 weeks. I feel so relieved knowing what this is and how to take care of it. We mustnt just accept. I do have mirrors in my house and my stomach never stuck out before. Below, well take a deeper dive into what to expect when recovering from a mastectomy. Nor, do I hold a doctors degree to suggest what someone should do medically. Now I will insist on therapy for abdomen as well as arms. Like Helpful Hug Exercise is a major key to recovery, in my opinion, and for me that has brought many unexpected benefits. Its possible that you may go home with one or more surgical drains. I think it's a build up of fluid, like a lymphedema problem. Following bilateral Mx I had failed implants and was completely flat.My tummy appeared to be really fat,as wasn't balanced out. We avoid using tertiary references. I have read some great info though! Registered Office: Fifth Floor, Ibex House, 4247 Minories, London EC3N 1DY. 1998-2023 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Resreach. Hearing the words, You have cancer, creates many emotional scars. The swell spots are sewn in a way for the lymph veins go move the lymphatics along. Healthline Media does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Reconstructive surgery can be performed at the same time as your mastectomy surgery. Your surgeon will talk with you about when this may be possible. Other things to consider having on hand at home are: Its likely that youll need some help at home in the days and weeks after your mastectomy. could it be fluid? I take a stool softener because of the constipation that's a side-effect of the Detral LA I'm on. You have had a double mx but don't say you have been reconstructed, so no tummy interference. This might happen after your nurse removes the wound drain if you have one. She did Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). Its hard to get people", "@trixie1313 yes, am pursuing that. I'm not tiny but I've never had such a big upper tummy! Its best to avoid strenuous exercises until you get the OK from your surgeon. 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. How are you doing? This results in nerve endings being shredded. 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. When can I resume my normal activities after a mastectomy? Me too. I had a modified radical mastectomy, chemo and radiation in 1996-1997. It's not", "I had surgery Feb. 27, 2019 and had abdominal swelling. I'm in crazy California (northern) and have Kaiser Permanente. Your recovery time can depend on a variety of factors, like the type of mastectomy that you had and your overall health. With this in mind, try to prep your house and supplies ahead of time. @kk57 has shared something she is doing that seems to be helping. You should go to a certified lymphedema therapist, or CLT. It is best to see your oncologist. An abdominal CT was normal. I can tell this is very bothersome to you, as I can understand. Thank you all so much. Pain relief within an hour. I am one of the lucky ones. 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. I don't know what she's gonna say about it. If the mastectomy also took lymph nodes out of the armpit, the arm will always have a tendency to swell. I had sentinel lymph nodes taken then and later all nodes in R arm. There is a brief period where new members can't post links. @trixie1313 yes, am pursuing that. 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. I WAS a 13 year survivor until last month. I let the doctors convince me that I shouldn't worry about lymphedema and here I am fighting this battle while I'm also about to hear that I have hit the 5 year mark cancer free (a very good bit of news). It's handy to rest things on, I guess! I already use compression camisole", "@mariahpendl, I wanted to check in. I 'thought' I was doing it right but I let one cut go and ended up in very bad shape with cellulitis. My health carrier is Kaiser Permanente and prior to any surgeries, they have patients attend classes guided by physical therapists. I never was informed about the possibility of lymphedema at all by any medical person, but an acquaintance had it so at least I was aware. They just say that because muscle has been removed from my abdomen, the abdominal wall is very thin, so there is not much support. Not only can this help you feel more confident, but this individual can also take over if you experience pain or discomfort while driving. Most surgeons seem to feel that the area settles more quickly if it is left to absorb into the surrounding tissues naturally. 1. When those nodes are removed, Lymphedema may occur. Pleased if that helped spark further ideas. Its not just discomfort- as we all know how uncomfortable the tightness can be! I am 5 days post mastectomy and level 2 axillary node clearance. I had surgery Feb. 27, 2019 and had abdominal swelling. That pain will subside. All, I am 5 weeks post double MX and have the belly swelling you describe. It takes several weeks to recover from a mastectomy. It can spread to the abdomen due to the lower breast pocket and gravity. Its not uncommon to take several weeks off from work while recovering from surgery both physically and emotionally. If youre scheduled for a lung cancer surgery, you may have a lot of questions about the procedure and the recovery process. Then revision surgery on August 3rd. but good woman that she is followed it up by "I'm just joking". If you feel tightness across your incision or chest, start with smaller circles. Like a bowling ball. Our website services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. Ido have swelling around my side and back, and under my arm, and a feeling on the upperunderside of my arm of a rubbing sensation, as if it's badly grazed.i guess this is all post op symptoms but just wondered if anyone else has experienced this. I understand they are focused on saving our lives but discounting our side effects is really disheartening. As a retired RN the abdominal bloating made no sense at all. "I had surgery Feb. 27, 2019 and had abdominal swelling. As a retired RN the abdominal bloating made no sense at all. I had mastectomy and TRAM flat reconstruction on April 6, 2020. Still having regular bowel movements and there is really no pain. Then revision surgery on August 3rd. Do you think I would benefit from a chest and abdominal binder? I am a very small frame and I am 74 all most 75 years of age. Please contact your surgeon or breast nurse. Recovery from a mastectomy typically takes several weeks. Its lymphatic, not gastrointestinal. 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. I do not get my blood drawn at the cancer center nor the hospital associated with it. That was two years ago and I never did the belly binder. Its a good idea to take another person with you the first time you drive after surgery. The amount of stress on the intercostal nerves could be reduced with less invasive techniques such as the VATS technique. Thanks for providing that information. Last Thursday, I had a Simple Mastectomy . The doctors kept telling me I wouldn't get lymphdema with just one node removed. I did not know about this. And. I have no answer but mine was a seroma and had to be surgically remove as it was left so long. For example, you might not be able to lift your arms above your head for a period of time during your recovery. No chemo or radiation. That was a great article about relieving abdominal bloating. Some of those nerve ending may regenerate themselves; but for the majority of women, the end result is a lack of sensation. I had a mastectomy and few lymph nodes removal nearly 7 weeks ago and have exactly the same symptoms you have described. . Once the month-long class is completed, as patients we do those twice weekly at home and for me it takes about 30 minutes. Its lymphatic, not gastrointestinal. Here's what you. Please tell me it will go away. To learn more, please visit our. What were your test results? Its most often felt in the areas of the chest wall, armpit, or arm. Also, try walking to help. It's most often felt in the areas of the chest wall, armpit, or arm. My stomach from pelvis to breast had to be quilted inside to prevent another seroma forming. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322525 Stomach bloating is generally related to several different factors. My doctor says it is IBS but my only symptom is bloated belly. Did you get it sorted ? One common reason why your stomach may be bigger after a hysterectomy is constipation. Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and Conditions of Use linked below. Lymphedema So consensus seems to be to talk to either GP or BCN, it won't just settle on its own? Hugs to all. I've just had a CT scan. I too had 'mild' lymphedema.now I have hand and arm damage and it's not so mild. You should be off narcotic pain medication before driving again. Was told it would get better. (2020). I try to get walking in and gym but doesnt seem to help. 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