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Should a large seroma from dbl lap hernia surgery be gone after 6 months?

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Usually : A seroma is a fluid collection that forms in body spaces, such as where a hernia bulge was present before surgery; the larger the hernia, the higher the probability of a seroma forming. This is typically reabsorbed within weeks after surgery, although underlying mesh may slow this down. Rarely, it persists for months and may require aspiration. I advise you to return to see your surgeon.

Answered 12/12/2018

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Dr. Emil Shakov answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

Yes/No: Seromas can persist. I am guessing you had inguinal hernia surgery? You should rule out a recurrent hernia first, see your surgeon. Unfortunately, the problem with laparoscopic inguinal hernias is the seromas. It usually goes away at 6 weeks.

Answered 12/2/2013

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