Sounds unhappily like mum’s situation. Her scar was full belly width and took a while to even heal at the surface with granulomas etc. She was so depressed during and after that i was worried for her long term mental health. Fortunately, 8 months on she is much better, has kept off all but 5-7lbs of the weight and as traumatic as it was she probably hasn’t felt better in decades. Silver linings etc.
I’m now trying to get her to reduce carbs though not full keto since she has some liver function impairment and will need to check with doctors.
Once you learn the science and the experience of the community, it’s not possible to unsee it!
Very best of luck with your recovery and keto-ing on!