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Umbilical hernia and diastasis recti - what are my options to treat this? (Photo)

jcm20736Nov 16, 2023
Since giving birth 2.5 years ago, i have an umbilical hernia and what i believe to be severe diastasis recti. I look lumpy and disfigured. But my real concern is that I'm in constant discomfort. My abdomen and back are always miserable. I also experience incontinence when doing any vigorous exercise. I cant imagine living like this forever but have read that insurance wont cover the muscle repair. What are my options

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Edgar Serrano, MD

If you have a hernia, the best treatment is umbilical plasty, that is, surgery! At the same time, the navel and scar can be reshaped to improve their appearance.It is an outpatient procedure with few risks, you can return home the same day.

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Use of corticosteroids in scar management was in general very successful when it somes to treatment of hypertrophic scars, supeficial and deep. That may be something to consider and discuss with your surgeon. Hope this helps.

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Dear Sunshine210, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...

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