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A member asked:
How long should swelling last after a hernia mesh repair? had surgery 4 weeks ago and still swollen, but was 4 hour operation and mesh is over 15cm in diameter. was upper abdomen
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I assume that: you have a follow-up visit with you Surgeon. Sounds to me like you are on the right track! BE WELL Dr Z
Answered 9/18/2019
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