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I had diastisrecti & umbilical hernia when pregnant. 2nt abdomen is distended, bloated and gurgly and feels odd. some gas lots of pressure. concerns?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Repair after: delivery. I suggest discussing the repair of this defect either after or during delivery.

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Answered 1/8/2016

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

Specializes in Surgery

See a doctor: Not as much in case of pregnancy , but you need to see a doctor to make sure you do not have an urgent or emergency condition. Like incarceration and strangulation .

Answered 11/17/2015

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A member asked:

I had diastisrecti & umbilical hernia when pregnant. 2nt abdomen is distended, bloated and gurgly and feels odd. some gas lots of pressure. concerns?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Veres and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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