My stomach swollen after tubal ligation???

Question

My stomach looks swollen - I was so drugged when they were explaining about some gases in my stomach and possible pain in my shoulder - - but when can I expect my stomach to go back down?

I also had a D&C on the same day.

I am still spottting too.

Everytime I cough my stomach hurts and I am afraid I am gonna bust a stitch.

Answer 1

Tubal ligation

* If you had a laparoscopy, your stomach may be swollen (distended) from the gas that was used to lift your skin and muscles away from your abdominal organs so the surgeon could see them better. This should go away within a day or so but may last longer. You may also have some back or shoulder pain from the gas in your abdomen. This will go away as your body absorbs the gas.
* You can shower 24 hours after the surgery, but avoid rubbing or pulling on your incision for at least a week.
* Be sure to rest for a few days (or at least 24 hours) before beginning to resume your normal activities. You should be able to resume all activities within a week.

A follow-up exam in 2 weeks is usually scheduled.