Ankle swelling post hemicolectomy

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Dear lovely group,

I had a right hemicolectomy last year with 21 lymph nodes removed. I now seem to have a permanently swollen right (only) ankle. Has anyone else experienced this? I am wondering if it could be lymphoedema?

Since the surgery I also have microscopic colitis which may also be related. I don't want to bother the very busy medics until my next appointment and hence was wondering if anyone else has experienced this?

Thanks for your responses, Andrea

court 11 months ago

Hi Hubbles

I think this is worthy of bothering them with . I have seen people mention it before . In fact my husbands aunt has experienced it after abdominal surgery. Which is super annoying as no lymph nodes were removed . I think you should let your consultant know whilst you have them around .

We also have an Ask an Expert section where you could speak to one of the nurses . Can take a day or two to reply .

I will link it in for you .

You sound lovely but you do need to ask at times .

Take special care ,

Court

Helpline Number 0808 808 0000

court 11 months ago in reply to court

Ask a Nurse
if you click on the above link it will take you to the section required .

Court

Helpline Number 0808 808 0000

Hubbles 11 months ago in reply to court

Bless you! Thank you so much for your lovely reply.