While my scar is not nearly as petite as Paulette's, it is healing very nicely. I tend to keloid (develop extra tissue) so I have been using wheat germ oil and cool lazers to heal the incision. I had 7 previous abdominal surgeries so my abdomen is familiar with incisional pain. This time I was fortunate that my access surgeon carefully removed any new scar tissue and recent growths. In the past, I did experience abdominal pain and phantom pain as a result of scar tissue and adhesions. I underwent a series of cortisone injections in my lower left abdomen to combat the pain. Eventually, I decided that I would take a more natural approach to the situation and began yoga and pilates. This combination with a change of hormones greatly reduced my abdominal pain.
Have you been to a massage therapist that can access the deep abdominal muscles around your hips and pelvis? It is possible that they are still extremely tight and agitated from your surgery and/or compensatory behavior pre and post sugery. Having a professional work these muscles has really eased my spasms and discomfort.
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