I had laparotomy 13 months ago with colostomy, then 5 months later had colostomy reversed with another open abdominal incision. My belly is bulging out, more so on the right, so there's asymmetry. I understand that after two abdominal surgeries I didn't expect my belly to look great but it seems to really bulge out much more than I expected. I'm 5'2" 128 lbs.
May 8, 2024
Answer: Possible incisional hernia Hi AnnC69,Based on your photos and background information I think you may have an abdominal wall hernia also called an incisional hernia. These are common after abdominal surgery. Could be related to your midline incision or where you had the colostomy. This really needs to be assessed prior to considering anything cosmetic. Work up would include a good physical exam by a surgeon possibly followed by some imaging such as a CT scan. If a hernia is identified then you would need repair most likely with mesh. Once that is complete then I would reassess your symmetry. If you still have some issues you could consider liposuction and possibly a tuck if needed. Again, that would be my my recommendation based on the info and pics you provided. I hope this help. Good luck!
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May 8, 2024
Answer: Possible incisional hernia Hi AnnC69,Based on your photos and background information I think you may have an abdominal wall hernia also called an incisional hernia. These are common after abdominal surgery. Could be related to your midline incision or where you had the colostomy. This really needs to be assessed prior to considering anything cosmetic. Work up would include a good physical exam by a surgeon possibly followed by some imaging such as a CT scan. If a hernia is identified then you would need repair most likely with mesh. Once that is complete then I would reassess your symmetry. If you still have some issues you could consider liposuction and possibly a tuck if needed. Again, that would be my my recommendation based on the info and pics you provided. I hope this help. Good luck!
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August 5, 2024
Answer: That looks like an incisional hernia Dear Ann, I'm sorry to communicate you that this looks an incisional hernia, not a diastasis recti. To consider DR we need the midline of the abdomen to be untouched. If there is a previous surgery the diagnosis, management and expectations are different.
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August 5, 2024
Answer: That looks like an incisional hernia Dear Ann, I'm sorry to communicate you that this looks an incisional hernia, not a diastasis recti. To consider DR we need the midline of the abdomen to be untouched. If there is a previous surgery the diagnosis, management and expectations are different.
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