Hematoma over port site

[~*~Rachel~*~ 2]

So as most of you probably had as well I received Lovonox before surgery <the shot in your belly> which is a blood thinner. After surgery when I started walking in the hall I started bleeding from my port site. Since the swelling has gone down I have developed a palm size hematoma over my port site. Has anyone else had this? What did the doctor do? Usually if they are small enough anywhere else my hospital just lets it absorb but since I don't do this surgery and its over my port I have no clue. Afraid I will have to have it evacuated. Tomorrow will be two weeks post op. I have put in a call to my doctor and waiting to hear back.

[amberakamom 13]

I have no advice, but good luck sweetie.

[thsisme 14]

some times there is Fluid build up between the adipose tissue and the port. Are you feeling pressure, if fluid builds up the doc may have to drain it, if the hematoma is flat without pressure it may resolve itself. Either way it is good that you are consulting your physician.

[Prinny 1]

Hi there! I did have this problem too. The first two weeks I swear it was a half an A cup boob but now that I'm over a month along & am happy to say I'm back to just two boobs & the swelling is completely gone.