2 weeks after hernia surgery with mesh, I feel weak and lightheaded, is this a concern?

February 2, 2018
Asked By:moorel21 in Lake Camm, AU

Now after 2 weeks after umbilical hernia surgery i feel pain and very weak. I started walking but i feel light headed and my heart racing. Had the surgery with mesh. Please let me know what you think.

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