I have an umbilical hernia. It doesn't hurt but it's big. I exercise a lot. Will the hernia stop me having a flat stomach?

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Jose Perez-Gurri, MD, FACS · Answer

I would definitely recommend that you seek the advice of a board certified surgeon. If your concern is the exercise and whether or not you will be able to attain a flat abdomen, it all depends. Are you considering cosmetic surgery in additon? Many umbilical hernias are found as incidental findings when we perform tummy tucks but from your description it appears that its quite visible. Seek advice. Good luck

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

An umbilical hernia represents an inherent weakness in the abdominal wall.  The repair may improve the contours, but an exam would be helpful in this regard.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Joshua Lampert, MD, FACS · Answer

An umbilical hernia can usually be repaired at the same time as an abdominoplasty.  The size of the hernia, any prior surgeries, and a past medical history will need to be taken into account.  You will need to see a board certified plastic surgeon to be appropriately evaluated.  Best of luck!

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Hernias of all types in the abdomen are potentially very dangerous. If the hernia gets stuck it could be life threatening. Therefore, i recommend that you see a general surgeon as soon as possible for evaluation. I recommend that your hernia evaluation from health stand point is more important than whether or not you have a flat stomach.

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

During Tummy Tuck procedure is very common to do hernia repair which makes this procedure easier because we have 100% exposure of the abdominal wall. The hernia repair does nor interfere with the muscle repair at all, so after your surgery you will have the perfect flat abdomen that your doctor created. Dr. Cardenas

I have an umbilical hernia. It doesn't hurt but it's big. I exercise a lot. Will the hernia stop me having a flat stomach?

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Answer: I have an umbilical hernia. It doesn't hurt but it's big. I exercise a lot. Will the hernia stop me having a flat stomach?

Answer: I have an umbilical hernia. It doesn't hurt but it's big. I exercise a lot. Will the hernia stop me having a flat stomach?

Answer: Hernia repair

Answer: Hernia repair

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I have an umbilical hernia. It doesn't hurt but it's big. I exercise a lot. Will the hernia stop me having a flat stomach?

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Answer: I have an umbilical hernia. It doesn't hurt but it's big. I exercise a lot. Will the hernia stop me having a flat stomach?

Answer: I have an umbilical hernia. It doesn't hurt but it's big. I exercise a lot. Will the hernia stop me having a flat stomach?

Answer: Hernia repair

Answer: Hernia repair

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