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Had ventral hernia repair 2/14/13. recent upper resp. infection w/ cough has caused 2 more hernias to form from lap.incision sites. sugg.?

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Dr. Gregg Nishi answered

Specializes in Bariatrics

Hernia recurrence: Whether the hernia is a recurrence at the original site, or new hernias from laparoscopic incisions, it sounds like you will need to have then repaired. It is unfortunate, but straining, lifting, & coughing can all cause hernias to form or recur.

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Answered 8/29/2013

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