Abdominal wall reconstruction and hernia repair tomorrow!

[Scamp 207]

So glad you are doing well - Can I ask, why can you never lift more than 35lbs?

I have had a hernia repaired (twice) and nobody ever told me not to lift over a certain weight, and even after my TT (No muscle repair due to hernia mesh there) they did not mention any lifting restrictions.......

Take care of yourself, it took me like 6 weeks before all the swelling was gone after my TT

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,281]

@@sassy14 - Very exciting! Best wishes on your surgery and may you recover quickly! Question, why aren't they rebuilding a new belly button? I'm just curious.

[sassy14 178]

Scamp-- as I understand it, the muscles are weakened as a result of the hernias. Dr yesterday reiterated the ban on lifting and on straining (constipation) because it can undo his good work.

Lilmis- apparently replacing the belly button is very difficult as there can be insufficient blood flow which can lead to infection. The way I figure it, I can get a tattoo if I want!

[Scamp 207]

Thanks for that - I had mine fixed first time with sutures - Second time with mesh - Maybe that is why I was not told anything about lifting - Cos mesh is strong - Who knows

Anyways -- Good luck with your recovery and look after yourself

Edited January 8, 2015 by Scamp

[sassy14 178]

Thanks! I had mesh this time too-- I'm not sure why I have such a restriction--maybe a super cautious doc!

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,281]

Absolutely that makes a lot of sense. Def don't want any infections. I've had them and they really suck to put it bluntly.. Best wishes to you and your recovery.

Scamp-- as I understand it, the muscles are weakened as a result of the hernias. Dr yesterday reiterated the ban on lifting and on straining (constipation) because it can undo his good work.
Lilmis- apparently replacing the belly button is very difficult as there can be insufficient blood flow which can lead to infection. The way I figure it, I can get a tattoo if I want!

Edited January 9, 2015 by LilMsDiva Irene Rny