My separation is so wide that upon laying down I can feel and literally grab my intestinal track. CT scan did not see a true hernia because the defect disappears in the supine position. It only confirmed the separation. There has to be something other than the separation causing the pain and discomfort I'm feeling. Im concerned that it may eventually turn into a hernia because at the moment nothing can support my abdomen to prevent it from becoming wider than it already is.Trying to be proactive
May 16, 2016
Answer: Diastasis vs hernia You appear to have a pretty good understanding of your situation. A diastasis is a separation or thinning of the fascia, and a hernia only occurrs when there is a hole in that layer. If your CT scan did not show a true hernia then it will be difficult to get insurance coverage of your diastasis. Sometimes there is a hernia and a diastasis. Traditionally, an abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, operation is able to correct the diastasis and bring the abdominal muscles back to their normal position. Short of surgery, an option to try is wearing an abdominal binder or support garment. This will not "fix" your problem, but it might help with some of the discomfort. Best of luck!
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May 16, 2016
Answer: Diastasis vs hernia You appear to have a pretty good understanding of your situation. A diastasis is a separation or thinning of the fascia, and a hernia only occurrs when there is a hole in that layer. If your CT scan did not show a true hernia then it will be difficult to get insurance coverage of your diastasis. Sometimes there is a hernia and a diastasis. Traditionally, an abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, operation is able to correct the diastasis and bring the abdominal muscles back to their normal position. Short of surgery, an option to try is wearing an abdominal binder or support garment. This will not "fix" your problem, but it might help with some of the discomfort. Best of luck!
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May 14, 2016
Answer: Diastasis vs hernia Diastasis is separation between the muscles of the abdominal wall and the connecting fascial bridge between the rectus abdominis muscles is stretched out. A true hernia is when there is an actual tear or hole through the layers in your abdomen and nothing is separating the abdominal contents from the skin. True hernias occur more commonly after having abdominal surgery or trauma. Any pain or discomfort should be examined immediately by your physician who can also guide you to any steps necessary to help support your abdomen. Best of luck!
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May 14, 2016
Answer: Diastasis vs hernia Diastasis is separation between the muscles of the abdominal wall and the connecting fascial bridge between the rectus abdominis muscles is stretched out. A true hernia is when there is an actual tear or hole through the layers in your abdomen and nothing is separating the abdominal contents from the skin. True hernias occur more commonly after having abdominal surgery or trauma. Any pain or discomfort should be examined immediately by your physician who can also guide you to any steps necessary to help support your abdomen. Best of luck!
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