Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Pain Around A Surgical Incision Upon Sneezing?
I m 4 weeks post-op (open, w/ a 2.5 inch vertical incision from below the navel) and moving just fine. However when I sneeze, there are times when I would feel intense and sudden pain on an area an inch from my navel. The pain would subside but not as quick as usual. It would sometimes linger for a minute or two. Externally, everything looks fine. I feel no pain on the incision site itself. Palpating also doesn t cause any great pain. Is this pain normal or should I be concerned?
Sat, 15 Dec 2018
Hello,
It is just a postoperative pain and is quite common.
As of now you can use analgesics/anti inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.
Avoid weight lifting and coughing as it can cause scar dehiscence.
If pain is severe, you can consult a general surgeon and plan for an ultrasound scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It is just a postoperative pain and is quite common.
As of now you can use analgesics/anti inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.
Avoid weight lifting and coughing as it can cause scar dehiscence.
If pain is severe, you can consult a general surgeon and plan for an ultrasound scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....