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I have 8x10 mesh from hernia surgery 1 year ago when i cough i have pain in stomach has been distended for 2w now. could hernia have come through mesh?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Unlikely: but can come around a permanent mesh. There are some absorbable meshes however, So check and be seen by your surgeon if you are concerned.

Answered 1/31/2016

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A member asked:

I have 8x10 mesh from hernia surgery 1 year ago when i cough i have pain in stomach has been distended for 2w now. could hernia have come through mesh?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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