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Re: how would I know if I had a hernia?
From: Patti Tessler, FNP (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 28 Aug 1999 14:31:45 -0500 (CDT)

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In reply to: Linda: "how would I know if I had a hernia?"

At Tue, 24 Aug 1999, Linda wrote: >
>2 weeks ago I underwent a hysterectomy for an ever enlarging
>uterus, due to fast growing fibroids. I had it all removed.
>Now since right after surgery, I have a swollen area just under and to
>the left of the navel. It is sore, more so then any other spot, and
>also some area is numb to the touch. Could this be a hernia? I did not
>have it before surgery. I have been very careful to not lift any
>weight. Some times I feel pain in this area, especially when I have
>been on my feet along time. It has decreased in size some since I left
>the hospital. I would appriciate any feedback, thanks,Linda

It's hard to tell from a textual description if the swollen spot might be a hernia. Your best bet is to have it checked out by your surgeon. Hope you get the right answer.

-- Patti Tessler, BSN, MSN, RN, CS Family Nurse Practitioner

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