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I had a hernia above my belly button repaired with tummy tuck the repaired my tueemy muscles with a wire mesh 1.5yr ag. im 6 week pregnant is that ok?
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Yes: Your pregnancy is long enough after the hernia repair that it should be well healed and not be a problem during your pregnancy.
Answered 2/4/2014
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Not a concern: Typically the pregnancy should proceed uneventfully. Depending on the condition of your abdomen, you may need another tummy tuck
Answered 6/22/2021
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