I have had 2 emergency cesearans, and
after my 2nd child noticed I had a hernia.
I had 3 hernias that were repaired in Feb
this year. One paraumbilical, a midline
hermia 9cm below the umbilicus, and a left
inguinal hernia. The surgeon used my
cesearans scars to fix the lower two
hernias. I would like to know if i can
have anymore children, and if so is it
really risky or not. How does the mesh
hold up during pregnancy? Will they have
to cut through the mesh to do the
cesearan? What about scar tissue is
cutting through this dangerous? Will I be
ok? and what is the worst case sanario.
Your advise would be greatly appricated.
Kara Newman
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Pregnancy Q and A Answer A4683 Posted: 09-12-08 20:31pm
If your reproductive organs are okay you
can have more children.
The mesh may hold up during the pregnancy
but it may need to be cut if your next
delivery is with a cesarean again. Certain
of your hernias might reoccur.
I don't think that cutting through a scar
is dangerous.
You may want to consult an abdominal
surgeon and a gynecologist for an expert
opinion
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