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I had a hernia in my belly botton when i was two years old and now i want to know if i can have a baby without anything bad happening?

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Dr. Barry Rosen answered

No worries. : A prior umbilical hernia repair as an infant should not impact your decision to have a baby. While you may be at risk for a hernia recurrence, this can easily be repaired at a later time (if necessary).

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I had a hernia in my belly botton when i was two years old and now i want to know if i can have a baby without anything bad happening?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Barry Rosen answered

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

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