Need to vent- I just want answers

[afidz]

I wish someone else was going through what I am. But my situation is so unique. I am going to the doctor tomorrow but I feel like its going to be pointless.
My abdomen is leaking water. Especially the lower part where there is more scar tissue and I KNOW that my abdomen retaining water has a lot to do with my weight. I would weigh a lot less if I wasn't retaining so much, who knows maybe I would even be at the weight I need to for surgery. I just wish someone would listen to me.
When my grandpa was alive, his legs would ooze water. But that was because of his heart. I don't have a heart condition, but its the same thing. I don't think its common for anyone to retain water the way I do in my abdomen.
I keep trying to find some type of answer on google, but I can't find anything
The last couple of weeks my abdomen has been so sensitive. I get so full and uncomfortable so easily. I haven't had a lot to eat today, but I feel like I have done nothing but eat.
My life can't move on until these abdomen problems get better. I am so frustrated. I feel like I am being punished. I am tired of being a medical mystery.

 

[FrozenGirl]

Aww that sucks. I really hope you find some answers soon!

 

[Clash]

Is there anyway for you to video it or record it when it is happening? It'd be an easy way to show the docs what is happening if it doesn't happen in their presence.

Hope you find some answers soon

 

[afidz]

My GI says I have abscesses all over my abdomen. I am on augmentin now. He said if it doesn't go away I have to go to a surgeon to have them lanced open to heal. Lets hope that doesn't happen.

 

[FrozenGirl]

That really sucks. I hope they go away so you can avoid surgery.

 

[Lisa]

Oh that DOES suck!!! How did they diagnose the abscesses?

Regarding the fluid - If I remember correctly, my boss had an issue a few years back after abdominal surgery (hernia/mesh repair) where his belly was retaining a TON of fluid - not sure why but it eventually went away - I think he did have to have it drained at least once where over a quart of fluid was taken out....