I just underwent abdominal myomectomy for removal of fibroids 8 days ago.   When I stand or sit I have shortness of breath and feel pressure right at the at point where my rib cage meets. When I lie down I feel fine. I have night sweats ( only at night and I read this could be because I am still eliminating the intravenous fluids) Otherwise I feel fine. I feel no pain at my incision and I am not taking any pain medication.Thank you
Hi. I understand your concerns. There is nothing to worry. You are using painkiller and feeling no pain, but still incision and wound can't bear pressure of your abdominal contents when you stand up, that's why through in involuntary pathway your respiration becomes shallow and rapid.that's why you feel shortness of breath. Nights sweat is probably because of NSAIDs(painkillers). These symptoms will fade away within few days. Wish you good health.