Is it normal to have a lump after back surgery?
Seromas may develop after a surgical procedure, most often at the site of the surgical incision or where tissue was removed. The fluid, called serum, doesn’t always build up right away. The swelling and fluid may start collecting several weeks after surgery.
How long does it take for Microdiscectomy incision to heal?
To get moving as quickly as possible, start with self-care. Focus on rest, medication, and sleep. From there, exercise and physical therapy can improve recovery. The timeframe for a full recovery from microdiscectomy is about 12 weeks.
Is swelling normal after back surgery?
After surgery, pain is normal. You will feel pain in the surgical area and some overall discomfort. There will be pain and swelling around your incision/ wound and some nerve pain as the area will be swollen.
How long does inflammation last after discectomy?
Postoperative inflammation of the nerve root can mimic a recurrent disc–with a return of pain 2-7 days after surgery–but will usually subside with time and rehabilitation.
How do you know if you Reherniation after Microdiscectomy?
Common Signs of Reherniation
- Back pain at the site of surgery.
- Intermittent or continuous back pain that occurs with and without movement.
- Pain with coughing, sneezing, or bearing down.
- Radiating pain from the back or buttock down into the leg or foot.
How do I know if my Microdiscectomy failed?
In addition to chronic back pain, other symptoms of failed back surgery include neurological symptoms (eg, numbness, weakness, tingling sensations), leg pain, and radicular pain (pain that spreads from one area of the body to another, such as from your neck down to your arm).
How do you tell if a scar is still healing?
Even after your wound looks closed and repaired, it’s still healing. It might look pink and stretched or puckered. You may feel itching or tightness over the area. Your body continues to repair and strengthen the area.
Can you have a Microdiscectomy twice?
Recurrence of a Disc Herniation If the disc does herniate again, a revision microdiscectomy will generally be just as successful as the first operation. However, after a recurrence, the patient is at a higher risk of further recurrences.