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Title: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: AbraCadabra on April 07, 2012, 11:27:51 AM
Post by: AbraCadabra on April 07, 2012, 11:27:51 AM
I have now seen 3 cases (all acquaintances) with major abdominal distension, all post-op colovaginoplasty.
I wonder is it simply due to this sort of SRS protocol in general, upsetting one's internal organs in such a big way?
Some maybe due to overeating and/or hormonal imbalance...?
Looking like being pregnant in >7 month is REALLY not a good thing.
It has me really worried about a closer friend of mine, therefore my enquiry.
What is causing it, and what can be done to reduce or get rid of it?
Anyone at all with experience regarding this matter?
Axélle
I wonder is it simply due to this sort of SRS protocol in general, upsetting one's internal organs in such a big way?
Some maybe due to overeating and/or hormonal imbalance...?
Looking like being pregnant in >7 month is REALLY not a good thing.
It has me really worried about a closer friend of mine, therefore my enquiry.
What is causing it, and what can be done to reduce or get rid of it?
Anyone at all with experience regarding this matter?
Axélle
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: Catherine Sarah on April 07, 2012, 01:33:52 PM
Post by: Catherine Sarah on April 07, 2012, 01:33:52 PM
Hi Axelle,
In answer to your question; no. But I'm keenly interested in any replies you get to this very interesting topic.
Be safe, well and happy.
Lotsa Huggs
Catherine
In answer to your question; no. But I'm keenly interested in any replies you get to this very interesting topic.
Be safe, well and happy.
Lotsa Huggs
Catherine
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: jsoso on April 08, 2012, 01:09:51 PM
Post by: jsoso on April 08, 2012, 01:09:51 PM
Any pics of this?
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: Amazon D on April 08, 2012, 01:26:43 PM
Post by: Amazon D on April 08, 2012, 01:26:43 PM
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022346810004239
It seems to be an issue with that type of surgery even with cis
It seems to be an issue with that type of surgery even with cis
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: AbraCadabra on April 09, 2012, 12:46:55 AM
Post by: AbraCadabra on April 09, 2012, 12:46:55 AM
Quote from: jsoso on April 08, 2012, 01:09:51 PM
Any pics of this?
No, that would be most unethical, it is not me we are talking about after all. Simply imagine, or look at a 7th into 8th month pregnant female tummy (carrying high...) and you see what I'm talking about.
Quote from: Amazon D on April 08, 2012, 01:26:43 PM
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022346810004239
It seems to be an issue with that type of surgery even with cis
Sorry, can't find any relevant reference to the issue mentioned. Nowhere is it said that abdominal distension is one of the post-op complications...
Have I missed something?
Axélle
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: Amazon D on April 09, 2012, 06:19:13 PM
Post by: Amazon D on April 09, 2012, 06:19:13 PM
Quote from: Axélle-Michélle on April 09, 2012, 12:46:55 AM
No, that would be most unethical, it is not me we are talking about after all. Simply imagine, or look at a 7th into 8th month pregnant female tummy (carrying high...) and you see what I'm talking about.
Sorry, can't find any relevant reference to the issue mentioned. Nowhere is it said that abdominal distension is one of the post-op complications...
Have I missed something?
Axélle
no it didn't have the tummy thingy but it did have the colon surgery issues for cis people getting the surgery
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: lilacwoman on April 23, 2012, 03:41:38 AM
Post by: lilacwoman on April 23, 2012, 03:41:38 AM
colo-vag is practically the same as a csection and has to cut the muscles and then the scar tissue tightens up so there will be the bulge above and below the scar just like lots of mothers get.
maybe a rigorous diet and exercise routine would help.
at 15 months post-op I've got the noticeable bulges and nothing seems to help.
maybe a rigorous diet and exercise routine would help.
at 15 months post-op I've got the noticeable bulges and nothing seems to help.
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: jsoso on June 20, 2012, 08:43:43 AM
Post by: jsoso on June 20, 2012, 08:43:43 AM
Is the bulge itself like a fat or what? If its fat could liposuction possibly help?
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: AbraCadabra on June 20, 2012, 10:10:17 AM
Post by: AbraCadabra on June 20, 2012, 10:10:17 AM
What I have seen, in I think now 3 cases, is distension caused by intra-peritoneal (inside the abdominal cavity) fat? Alternatively, some form of colonic re-positioning, displacement, or other deformation.
Nothing that can be really approached with liposuction, which works for fat deposits above the abs-muscle(s), i.e., jelly- or baby-belly ...
Axélle
Nothing that can be really approached with liposuction, which works for fat deposits above the abs-muscle(s), i.e., jelly- or baby-belly ...
Axélle
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: peky on June 20, 2012, 05:27:27 PM
Post by: peky on June 20, 2012, 05:27:27 PM
Quote from: Amazon D on April 08, 2012, 01:26:43 PM
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022346810004239 (http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022346810004239)
It seems to be an issue with that type of surgery even with cis
Very respectfully disagree with your posting; the article in questions states that in case one patient had abdominal distension due to to constipation secondary to anal malformation.
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: lilacwoman on June 23, 2012, 12:57:59 PM
Post by: lilacwoman on June 23, 2012, 12:57:59 PM
hard to imagine that constipation would make for noticeable abdominal distension as the relevant section of large colon and rectum are at rear of body.
from myself and lots of other women seen on various medcial programs I think the distension is due to the incision seriously upsetting the in and out layers of belly skin plus the lack of muscle tone from the cut muscle.
I notice on the several maternity ward progs on telly that surgeons doing csections do try to make a small slot and have to heave the babies out when logically it woudl be easier to make a bigger incision.
from myself and lots of other women seen on various medcial programs I think the distension is due to the incision seriously upsetting the in and out layers of belly skin plus the lack of muscle tone from the cut muscle.
I notice on the several maternity ward progs on telly that surgeons doing csections do try to make a small slot and have to heave the babies out when logically it woudl be easier to make a bigger incision.
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: peky on June 23, 2012, 05:36:09 PM
Post by: peky on June 23, 2012, 05:36:09 PM
Abdominal swelling may accompany other conditions affecting the digestive tract including:
Appendicitis
Celiac disease
Colorectal cancer and pancreatic cancer
Diverticulitis
Food poisoning
Gastritis
Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Lactose intolerance and other food intolerances
Liver disease (hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver failure)
Overeating
Pancreatitis
Viral gastroenteritis
Other causes of abdominal swelling
Abdominal swelling can also be caused by problems in body systems other than the digestive tract including:
Abdominal tumor or mass
Advanced stages of certain cancers, such as lymphoma and breast, colon, stomach or ovarian cancer
Alcohol abuse
Ascites
Ovarian cyst
Portal hypertension
Pregnancy
Swallowing air
Uterine fibroids
Weight gain
Life-threatening causes of abdominal swelling
In some cases, abdominal swelling may accompany a serious or life-threatening condition that should be immediately evaluated in an emergency setting. These include:
Abdominal abscess
Abdominal aortic aneurysm
Abdominal trauma
Acute congestive heart failure
Bowel obstruction
Hepatic encephalopathy
Peritonitis
Appendicitis
Celiac disease
Colorectal cancer and pancreatic cancer
Diverticulitis
Food poisoning
Gastritis
Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Lactose intolerance and other food intolerances
Liver disease (hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver failure)
Overeating
Pancreatitis
Viral gastroenteritis
Other causes of abdominal swelling
Abdominal swelling can also be caused by problems in body systems other than the digestive tract including:
Abdominal tumor or mass
Advanced stages of certain cancers, such as lymphoma and breast, colon, stomach or ovarian cancer
Alcohol abuse
Ascites
Ovarian cyst
Portal hypertension
Pregnancy
Swallowing air
Uterine fibroids
Weight gain
Life-threatening causes of abdominal swelling
In some cases, abdominal swelling may accompany a serious or life-threatening condition that should be immediately evaluated in an emergency setting. These include:
Abdominal abscess
Abdominal aortic aneurysm
Abdominal trauma
Acute congestive heart failure
Bowel obstruction
Hepatic encephalopathy
Peritonitis
Title: Re: Abdominal distension post-op colovaginoplasty
Post by: Julo on June 24, 2012, 05:15:53 PM
Post by: Julo on June 24, 2012, 05:15:53 PM
I got a colostomy made because I had a rectovaginal fistel (it´s healed now!) and my belly got a totally new form after that operation. Not like a pregnant belly but I have always been very skinny so for me it was big a change anyway.
I´m waiting to get my colon reconnected and wondering if this new belly of mine will change again. My scars are still very hard and they effect the form a little. I was thinking that the fat tissue is damaged and cant increase the same way as around it so it would be more visible if I get fatter. I don´t know. I´m just happy to be alive really...
I´m waiting to get my colon reconnected and wondering if this new belly of mine will change again. My scars are still very hard and they effect the form a little. I was thinking that the fat tissue is damaged and cant increase the same way as around it so it would be more visible if I get fatter. I don´t know. I´m just happy to be alive really...