It's been brought to my attention that I have a hernia. I'd like to repair it but I'd probably also like to have another child in 3+ years. What is the best recommendation?
Answer: Hernia Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. It will be necessary for you to be examined in person by a general surgeon to determine if your hernia needs to be repaired now or if asymptomatic, you may be advised to wait. There are different types and approaches to repairing hernias. I recommend that you follow up and plan with a surgeon in person.All the best
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Answer: Hernia Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. It will be necessary for you to be examined in person by a general surgeon to determine if your hernia needs to be repaired now or if asymptomatic, you may be advised to wait. There are different types and approaches to repairing hernias. I recommend that you follow up and plan with a surgeon in person.All the best
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January 19, 2016
Answer: I have a hernia, but I'm not done having children. Should I have it done now? Thank you for your questions and photographs. Best to be seen by a general surgeon to assess the need for repair of your hernia. Small hernias often pose greater risk than large ones, so if you are having issues/symptoms, best to have the repair done now. If you are not, you may be able to wait.
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January 19, 2016
Answer: I have a hernia, but I'm not done having children. Should I have it done now? Thank you for your questions and photographs. Best to be seen by a general surgeon to assess the need for repair of your hernia. Small hernias often pose greater risk than large ones, so if you are having issues/symptoms, best to have the repair done now. If you are not, you may be able to wait.
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January 19, 2016
Answer: I have a hernia, but I'm not done having children. Should I have it done now? Thank you for your question and photos. No online reviewer can diagnose or make treatment recommendations without an exam and complete medical history. If a person has been examined by a surgeon and diagnosed with a hernia that is asymptomatic then one could wait until after having children to repair the hernia and have a tummy tuck at the same time. If the hernia is symptomatic and needs to be repaired then one should have the repair done. I would recommend startign with a a face to face consult with a Board Certified Plastic
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January 19, 2016
Answer: I have a hernia, but I'm not done having children. Should I have it done now? Thank you for your question and photos. No online reviewer can diagnose or make treatment recommendations without an exam and complete medical history. If a person has been examined by a surgeon and diagnosed with a hernia that is asymptomatic then one could wait until after having children to repair the hernia and have a tummy tuck at the same time. If the hernia is symptomatic and needs to be repaired then one should have the repair done. I would recommend startign with a a face to face consult with a Board Certified Plastic
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January 18, 2016
Answer: Hernia You will need to be examined in person. If you have a significant hernia or one that is symptomatic, you would likely be advised to have it repaired sooner rather than later. If not, you could wait until after you finish having children.
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January 18, 2016
Answer: Hernia You will need to be examined in person. If you have a significant hernia or one that is symptomatic, you would likely be advised to have it repaired sooner rather than later. If not, you could wait until after you finish having children.
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Answer: Hernia repair before pregnancy Hello, great question. In short, we could go either way on this. If it bothers you or is painful, etc, then you could have it repaired now, sure. With pregnancy it could come back potentially, but unlikely. Other option if it's not bothering you is to wait and get your hernia repaired later and also have some version of a tummy tuck at the same time, if that's something you think you'd ever want. This will help you some with anesthesia costs. This can be done later too, even if you get the hernia fixed now. I'm happy to discuss any time, and my office staff will gladly give you some more information if you're interested. I work with several outstanding general surgeons as well if you're just looking for hernia repair. I'm here to help. Hope to see you soon!
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Answer: Hernia repair before pregnancy Hello, great question. In short, we could go either way on this. If it bothers you or is painful, etc, then you could have it repaired now, sure. With pregnancy it could come back potentially, but unlikely. Other option if it's not bothering you is to wait and get your hernia repaired later and also have some version of a tummy tuck at the same time, if that's something you think you'd ever want. This will help you some with anesthesia costs. This can be done later too, even if you get the hernia fixed now. I'm happy to discuss any time, and my office staff will gladly give you some more information if you're interested. I work with several outstanding general surgeons as well if you're just looking for hernia repair. I'm here to help. Hope to see you soon!
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