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What Causes Swollen Stomach After Surgery For Herniated Colon And Infection?
I had large colon resection feb 8th, two days later had surgery for herniated colon and infection. My stomach is still swollen four months later . Is this normal? I ve also gained ten pounds . I really eat under 1200 calories a day and walk daily. Can t shed a pound. Any advice?
HI Well come to HCM I really appreciate your concern, with history of such colon pathology and surgery if the stomach is swollen then it may not be normal one and care need to be taken for this, for reducing the weight, try some exercise, hope this is information helps, take care and have a nice day.
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What Causes Swollen Stomach After Surgery For Herniated Colon And Infection?
HI Well come to HCM I really appreciate your concern, with history of such colon pathology and surgery if the stomach is swollen then it may not be normal one and care need to be taken for this, for reducing the weight, try some exercise, hope this is information helps, take care and have a nice day.