A member asked:

My abdomen sticks out making me look pregnant. i did have 2 laparotomies in my 20s. can this be resolved? i am fit and slim.

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Possible hernia: Possible abdominal hernia that could be repaired. See a general surgeon for evaluation.

Answered 6/5/2016

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Dr. Stephen Metzinger answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Abdominal wall laxit: Dear Amanda102: This could represent a ventral hernia, rectus diastasis or abdominal wall laxity or a combination of all three. Please visit a board certified plastic surgeon for physical examination and proper imaging. You could also seek the opinion of a general surgeon if you believe you have a hernia

Answered 3/22/2020

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