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Does drinking alcohol increase the dangers if you have an incisional hernia?

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No: If you fall from a stupor it might increase your chances.

Answered 10/4/2016

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No: An incisional hernia can become dangerous if the organs protruding through the hernia (hole in abdominal wall) become twisted or stuck to the point the bloo supply gets cut off. Types of food or drink do not generally alter the risk.

Answered 5/8/2016

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Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

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Excessive ???: I am not aware that regular consumption of alcohol would cause hernia problems. Excessive drinking and alcoholism can cause system wide problems leading to complications.

Answered 3/18/2017

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Unrelated: Symptoms from an incisional hernia may be swelling, pressure, discomfort, pain. If the hernia causes marked pain with nausea and vomiting then the hernia needs to be evaluated by a doctor or emergency room urgently. Drinking alcohol in a smart and moderate amount would have no affect on a hernia condition.

Answered 12/30/2014

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Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

Specializes in Wound care

Excessive ???: I am not aware that regular consumption of alcohol would cause hernia problems. Excessive drinking and alcoholism can cause system wide problems leading to complications.

Answered 3/18/2017

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