Question 1

strong pulling sensation one week after tension free mesh umbilical hernia repair?  is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Wait and see: do not  stretch your  abdomen too much for next 2 to 3  wks  for compete healing  then only you know if hernia is recurring .

Question 2

injured my ab area during a workout 6 months ago.   pulling feeling around belly button. mri showed tiny umbilical hernia. is this why i am in pain?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you are only having limited discomfort at the umbilicus then the hernia is likely the cause. If you are having a variety of discomforts and intestinal symptoms then should see your doctor for evaluation to look elsewhere as the hernia is not likely the cause.

Question 3

can i do pull ups with umbilical hernia.

Accepted Answer

As tolerated: Activity with an umbilical hernia should be as tolerated by pain and discomfort. If it gets larger, or causes pain, should be ale validated by a general surgeon.

Question 4

how are umbilical cords surgically removed?

Accepted Answer

The umbilical: Cord is just clipped and snipped.

Question 5

what are the risks of an untreated umbilical?

Accepted Answer

Umbilical hernia: Usually none, but if very large and incorporating the abdominal fascia, could lead to bowel entrapment.

Question 6

what are risks of an excessively coiled umbilical cord?

Accepted Answer

Fetal movement: The coils in the umbilical cord reflect fetal movment.  Bernischke documented about 6-7 coils per 10 cm of cord.  Excessive coiling may be associated with greater than normal fetal movement.  Fetal movement   causes of excessive fetal movement vary from exposure to excessive noise or other stimuli (including some drug exposures).  On the contrary a cord with few twists represents an immobile fetus.

Question 7

is it best to have all umbilical hernias surgically addressed?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Moderate  incidence of incarceration and bowel infarction

Question 8

umbilical hernia belts?

Accepted Answer

Bad Option: The purpose of a hernia belt is to prevent intestine from getting incarcerated ("stuck") within the hernia. The umbilicus is a very difficult if not impossible area to support in this manner; if anywhere, belts are better for inguinal (groin) hernias.  Not all umbilical hernias require surgery; but, if your symptoms are severe enough to consider a belt, you may want to see a hernia surgeon.

Question 9

what are the causes of umbilical hernia?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: The most common causes for an umbilical hernia include stretching and thinning of the abdominal wall with increased intraabdominal pressure. The classic examples are preganant women and obese people. Lack of exercise and abdominal wall atrophy is another cause. Previous incisions around the umbilicus can result in umbilical hernias as well.

Question 10

what if umbilical. hernia. is not treated?

Accepted Answer

Umbilical hernia: Umbilical hernias are often not treated as they do not typically cause symptoms or trouble.

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Strong pulling sensation one week after tension free mesh umbilical hernia repair? is this normal?

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Can i do pull ups with umbilical hernia.

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How are umbilical cords surgically removed?

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