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Im 20 year old male considering surgery for rectal prolapse. ive read to avoid ab exercises and things like running after surgery is that permanent or few months down the line can i go back to using ab machines at the gym n other strenuous exercise?
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You should resume your physical activity, including exercise, in consultation with your surgeon. As a general measure, starting with low intensity activity and gradually increasing the intensity of exercise is imperative. Wish you good health!
Answered 4/4/2021
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