Mesh removal during tummy tuck?

October 14, 2016
Asked By:ssolo98 in Houston, TX

I had a umbilical hernia repair with mesh a year ago and I am planning of getting a tummy tuck early next year. I do believe my mesh is causing issues (not pain) but more autoimmune issues. Would my mesh automatically be removed during the tummy tuck? If it's is removed what would this mean for my hernia? Is the significantly more dangerous of a surgery? Does recovery take longer? I'm terrified to keep he mesh in but I'm terrified at the process of taking it out as well.

Answers (5)

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October 15, 2016

Answer: Alert your doctor

October 15, 2016

Answer: Alert your doctor

October 14, 2016

Answer: Leave the mesh alone

October 14, 2016

Answer: Leave the mesh alone

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