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Is my 3-4 week post op umbilical hernia repair becoming infected under the scar area?

lovelace_bJul 13, 2018
I am 3-4 weeks post opp. No mesh, healing fine. This week the scar began getting itchy. It is kind of puffed up and continues to get more itchy. Is this the beginning of an infection on the inside or under scar? Also I am 30 weeks pregnant, with a 10 month old. Holding her may have exceeded lifting limit along with rubbing the incision.If infected can it affect or be affecting my unborn baby? And should I consider this to be an emergency room visit since its the weekend ?

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Babak Moeinolmolki, MD, FACS

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

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