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Have Large Abdomen, Not Obese. Is There Any Treatment To Get It Repaired?
Hello, Dr. Narasi, I have what i consider a large abdomen , i am not obese i just have an obese abdomen (looks like i am pregnant. ) I am 53 i have a seperated stomach muscles ( large lump in center of abdomen) should i consider getting this repaired? and can they do this laprascopically ? I am self conscious about it and is not very attractive. i have had a normal endoscopy 3 yrs ago no findings. and colonscopy cleared for 10yrs. I would like to begin excercising but am afraid it will damage more of the stomach muscles. any suggestions. no alcohol but i do smoke and just began the chantix program. had recent labs and they were excellent. thyroid cholesterol etc all normal ... appreciate your time
Thu, 4 Jul 2013
Hi,
From history it seems that you might be having umbilical hernia giving rise to lump in center of abdomen.
There is also a possibility of having lax abdominal musculature.
Do abdominal recti muscle exercise daily.
Avoid constipation.
Consult surgeon and rule out umbilical hernia.
Ok and take care.
From history it seems that you might be having umbilical hernia giving rise to lump in center of abdomen.
There is also a possibility of having lax abdominal musculature.
Do abdominal recti muscle exercise daily.
Avoid constipation.
Consult surgeon and rule out umbilical hernia.
Ok and take care.
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