Can I Be Refused Surgery Because of Age Limits?
asked 1 year ago by mary4501 in vancouver island
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: age 75 and up, stomach, female
I am 78 and I need abdominal wall repair, umbilical hernia and large diastasis. 24 hour distress. I was landscaping when My tummy ripped inside, and the the umbilical popped and formed a large apron which is unbearable. Instead of helping , my physician gave me remeron and I gained weight. I have lost now, and tummy feels worse, and did not reduce. I am still in shock. My waist went from 36" to 50 " in 3 months and stayed there. I am walking dead, yet in pain.
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Risks of Cosmetic Surgery in the Elderly
Regarding: " Can I be refused surgery because of age limits? I am 78 and I need abdominal wall repair, umbilical hernia and large diastasis. 24 hour distress. I was landscaping when My tummy ripped inside, and the the umbilical popped and formed a large apron which is unbearable. Instead of helping , my physician gave me remeron and I gained weight. I have lost now, and tummy feels worse, and did not reduce. I am still in shock. My waist went from 36" to 50 "...
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Surgery in older patients
I am not sure what your problem is? Do you have a true hernia that developed after the landscaping? You may need a workup with a CT as well. Definitely a good physical exam would be critical.
