A family member had a laparoscopic gallbladder surgery 10 months ago. Since then he has had pain in his lower abdomen below his navel that he describes as feeling like a ‘sunburn’ on the inside. This pain is noted during any movement. He’s had a scan of the area and a colonoscopy that turned out negative. He feels that the CO2 used to inflate his belly may have stretched the area, even may have torn it, and caused this pain. Could he still have CO2 in his belly? Could he be allergic to the CO2? His family doctor had him take 2 ibuprofen 3 times a day for a week. This helped reduce the pain but did not eliminate it. Has anyone else experienced this or have an idea as to what the problem is? His surgeon says he can’t help him unless he wants surgery. He returns to his family doctor in a week.
Thanks!
