Recognizing Serious Infection After Abdominal Myomectomy: Symptoms & What to Do

The signs of a serious infection after an abdominal myomectomy include:

- Fever over 38 degrees Celsius (100.4 degrees Fahrenheit) or higher.

- Chills and shaking.

- Heavy or foul-smelling vaginal bleeding.

- Increased pain in the abdomen.

- Swelling or redness in the abdomen or around the incision.

- Nausea or vomiting.

- Difficulty urinating.

- Confusion or disorientation.

If you experience any of these symptoms after an abdominal myomectomy, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.