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A member asked:

I had inguinal hernia surgery 2 weeks ago, the incision has healed over now but there is a very small loop of mesh sticking out. what can i do??

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You have to see the: If mesh is sticking out , immediately you must bring to the attention of surgeon. Exposed mesh tend to get infected , then mesh has to be taken out , then only the wound will heal. Call your surgeon

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/9/2015

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