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A member asked:

I had umbilical hernia surgery 6 months ago. does the mesh ever dissolve away?

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Dr. Carlo Contreras answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Depends: It depends what kind of mesh was used; talk with your surgeon to find out and how long it will take to be reabsorbed by your body.

Dr Rosen and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/6/2018

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Dr. Rafael Lugo answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Not usually: Most mesh used to pair a hernia is intended to stay permanently. Ask your doctor what kind of mesh he used.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 5/6/2018

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