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Is it safe to have a pregnancy if its been a year since my inguinal hernia mesh repair? i've had 4 previous healthy vag deliveries. will mesh be ok?

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Dr. Daniel Para answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes.: Mesh use in inguinal hernia repair is standard of care. Most people resume normal activities within 1-2 weeks after surgery. There is no association with pregnancy difficulties after inguinal hernia repair with mesh.

Dr Rosen and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/8/2015

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A member asked:

Is it safe to have a pregnancy if its been a year since my inguinal hernia mesh repair? i've had 4 previous healthy vag deliveries. will mesh be ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Para answered

Dr Rosen and another doctor agreed

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