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A 56-year-old female asked:

I had my gallbladder removed 6 days ago. i now feel a hard lump above my belly button. i have slight pain when a press on the lump. is this normal?

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Dr. Marvin Ott
Dr. Marvin Ottanswered
Emergency Medicine 22 years experience
It could be: If you had a laparoscopic surgery, then one of your incision lines would be just above the umbilicus. During the first week, you get the formation of scar tissue, which could cause the symptoms you described. If you have significant redness, fever, or uncontrollable pain, call your surgeon. Hope this helps!
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Dr. Darryl Blinski
Dr. Darryl Blinski commented
Plastic Surgery 48 years experience
Best to see the operative surgeon IN PERSON ASAP..
Sep 11, 2014

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