Can an umbilical hernia come back after being repaired with mesh?

June 8, 2014
Asked By:MsShepard81

I had an umbilical hernia repaired in Aug 2013. IT was repaired using mesh. I am now pregnant and having sharp pains around my belly button. Could it have come back and can it be repaired while I'm pregnant.

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June 9, 2014

Answer: Umbilical hernia

June 9, 2014

Answer: Umbilical hernia

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