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Is hernia mesh implant safe for people that have an autoimmune disease or would it make the disease worse?

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No relation: Mesh can put you at a higher risk of infection, as can immunosuppression though the mesh itself should not affect your immune system. Hope that helps!

Dr Rutledge and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/30/2019

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