Hernia after Hysterectomy (incisional hernia after hysterectomy)

Hernia after hysterectomy is a relatively uncommon side effect of an abdominal hysterectomy. Also known as an incisional hernia it occurs because the abdominal cut weakens the muscles in the surrounding area. This creates a tender and painful bulge in the muscles surrounding the area. What causes hernia after hysterectomy? They are more likely to occur in those patients who are overweight or who have a history of repeated abdominal surgery, such as laparascopic investigations. Other causes of a incisional hernia after hysterectomy can be lifting things that are too heavy during the recovery period. This is because the abdominal scar is at it’s weakest when it is still healing. Therefore most occur within three to six months of the surgery taking place; this is another good reason why women need to avoid doing too much too soon after surgery. How do I know if I have a hernia after hysterectomy? Sometimes it can be difficult to diagnose an incisional hernia, this is because it can appear to come and go, often only being noticeable when sneezing, straining when on the toilet or  lifting things that are too heavy, in fact anything that increases pressure in the abdomen can potentially cause this problem. What treatment is there for a hernia after hysterectomy? Normally there are two options for treatment. The first is to wear a support garment of some description such as a truss which applies consistent pressure to the hernia. This is normally only available when the herni...
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