HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes A Lumpy Area In The Mid Of The Upper Abdomen?

I underwent surgery for a perforated duodenal ulcer just before Christmas 2010. I was in excruciating pain for 4 months following the surgery in the lower right hand side of my stomach (totally unrelated to where the ulcer was situation. I have also been left with an unusual balloon like lumpy areas in the middle of my upper abdomen. I was extremely fit prior to the operation and very slim. Since the operation I have put on some weight and filled out but now have a fat layer over my stomach that I have never had before in my life. I always had an extremely flat stomach. My question is why do I have this balloon type lumpy area in the middle of my upper stomach now - Why do I now have excess fat covering my stomach I never had before and when can I commence doing serious core workouts (together with total body workouts)? Thank you for your assistance and help in this matter. To be honest I wish this had never happened to me. It was a traumatic experience as the surgeon (prior to the op) decided I needed a bag as my bowels had burst (which they had not). Thanks
Wed, 23 Jul 2014
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
welcome to Health care magic.
1.What you presently experiencing similar to the bowel gas formation.
2.The excess weight you have gained with the fat layer over your tummy could be because of operation you might have not been physically active, and not moving the operative area and things like that.
3.Yes workout is good - but don't do as you have planned, do it gradually with a brisk walk 30 - 45 min and then go on, as you gradually increase.
4.Get an examination of the abdomen done by your doctor when ever you get appointment and then get an ultrasound abdomen done - which will rule out the lump which you are thinking of.
5.Try to avoid junk /spicy food and alcohol for at least 1 month and see if you find any difference. Hope it helps.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Revert back with your health reports to get further guidance on your gastric problems. Click here.
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]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Gastrectomy


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes A Lumpy Area In The Mid Of The Upper Abdomen?

welcome to Health care magic. 1.What you presently experiencing similar to the bowel gas formation. 2.The excess weight you have gained with the fat layer over your tummy could be because of operation you might have not been physically active, and not moving the operative area and things like that. 3.Yes workout is good - but don t do as you have planned, do it gradually with a brisk walk 30 - 45 min and then go on, as you gradually increase. 4.Get an examination of the abdomen done by your doctor when ever you get appointment and then get an ultrasound abdomen done - which will rule out the lump which you are thinking of. 5.Try to avoid junk /spicy food and alcohol for at least 1 month and see if you find any difference. Hope it helps. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.