Three weeks post op umbilical surgery. Should I be worried about the diarrhea? Pain?

Hello, Thank you for your enquiry. This is often due to stitches causing irritation. It is best to talk to your surgeon.

Hello, Thank you for your question. Itching is not typically a symptom of infection, though it is common during wound healing, particularly in patients prone to keloid scarring. As you suggested, it is also possible the scar is itching from irritation from you clothing rubbing during child...

Hello, Thank you for your question. Generally patients report lingering twinges for 4-6 weeks following surgery. If the pain is excessive, sharp or burning in nature, and persistent, it may indicate nerve involvement and should be evaluated by your surgeon. Best wishes, Dr. Moein

Hello, Since pain is usually the body's language to tell us something is "wrong," if can feel quite disconcerting. In the case of post-surgical pain, occasional discomfort is to be expected. If the pain is so severe that it interferes with normal activities, is worsening, or is...

Hello,  Thank you for your question. I am sorry to read about the new lump and your frustration with not feeling your concern was appropriately addressed.  Recurrence of umbilical hernias after surgery do occur. While it is not possible to diagnose an umbilical hernia without a...