i had a Total hysterectomy 8-22-13 it was done laprascopic/robotic i had a very successful surgery , i am now 9 months post-op and have done fine but i recently started hurting in my abdomen and my stomache is very protuded/swollen i am very concerned that i have an abdominal hernia! I am a registered nurse and I AM REALLY concerned
Hi Sandy ! Good morning. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. To know whether you have a hernia or not needs a physical examination of your abdomen. Apart from this, I would like to suggest you for a thyroid function test, a CBC, a kidney function test and a blood sugar test as a routine. Further management would depend on the findings of both the physical examination and investigations. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor.