Scar Tissue after Laprascopy

[TessaT]

I had this surgery 9 days ago. My Doctor said I am developing scar tissue, she is going to continue to watch this, but has told me she may have to go in & remove the tissue bks is could start wrapping around the ovaries etc, also, she has said there is more risk of infection with this, has anyone had any  problems like this? I though I asked her questions yesterday, but I am feeling a little nervous.

[stephlovespeter_xo]

I can definitely understand and relate to you worries, although scar tissue cannot be detected, my doctors are positive that I do in fact have scar tissue as well. I have had 2 surgeries in the last 2 years and am going in for my 3rd surgery in 4 weeks. In response to your question about scar tissue, I know for a fact that scar tissue cannot be detected through MRI, ultrasound or CT. They are unrecognizable through any type of test, radiologists are unable to see them. I have had a HUGE problem with scar tissue.. I have a large ovarian cyst that is possibly malignant however the scar tissue in my body isn't helping any either. I know that for me, over time, the scar tissue has caused huge problems for me. However, with that said... every person is different. Some people experience worse pain than others with scar tissue. It's really up to you whether or not you choose to get your scar tissue removed. I have in fact been told by my specialist that there is a chance of the scar tissue coming back worse than before if you cut them. It's all on what means more to the patient I guess.. If you're in a lot of pain, which I'm in. The chance that removing the scar tissue could help, is a chance that I'm willing to take.
I hope that this helps!
p.s. to Jessica24, there is no way of telling if you have scar tissue until your doctor goes in through laparoscopy.  

[Jessica24]

i'm just curious, how can you tell if if you have scar tissue?  i had this surgery and wasn't told what to look for.  This was my first surgery and I was just wondering.  I had my post op appointment a week ago and she said I was healing great.

[jml1986]

Scar tissue is a problem no matter what type of surgery you have. I am just guessing because I am not a doctor that the reason removing the scar tissue can be a high risk of infection would be that they may have to do a regular incision instead of a small one use win having laporscopic (sp) surgery. In most people the scar tissue will stay at a minimum amount but there are others were it does not. If you do indeed have to have it removed, make sure you talk to your doctor about what to expect. My doctor has always told me that anytime you remove scar tissue that it will grow again and in some cases you will have more depending on how it is done.