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Is It Serious To Feel Lump After Umbilical Hernia Surgery?
Had umbilical hernia surgery on august 25 now 10 days later I am pretty sure that I have another lump very close to my original hernia I have a feeling it could be a incisional hernia could that be the case I only have a follow up on sept 13 should I be worried what should I look out for
Tue, 24 Jun 2014
Hi,
This soon after surgery, the tissues are still recovering. Therefore, a lump will not indicate a problem at this stage.
Signs to watch for are pain, tenderness, redness and warmth in the area. If these occur then go to the ED. Otherwise I advise waiting until your routine appointment for further assessment.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger.
This soon after surgery, the tissues are still recovering. Therefore, a lump will not indicate a problem at this stage.
Signs to watch for are pain, tenderness, redness and warmth in the area. If these occur then go to the ED. Otherwise I advise waiting until your routine appointment for further assessment.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger.
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