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Umbilical hernia at 52
My mother age 52 done ultrasound. Her report shows - There is a small defect noted at Umbilicus measuring 2cms with herniation of omentum and grade 1 fatty liver. What caused umbilical hernia in her? She had 4 csection deliveries in her 20's. Does she need surgery..currently no pain.
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
Obstetrician
10 yrs exp
Jaipur
so many c sections might have caused the defect, better to consult surgeon
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Dr. Ummul Hasanat Tasneem
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Kindly consult general surgeon for further assistance
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Dr. Rashmi Anand
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
8 yrs exp
Lucknow
The 4 CS caused weakening which might have led to this.
Consultation required for examination.
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Dr. Vidushi Sawhney
Gynecologist
16 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Hi
Multiple surgery , multiple pregnancy , malnutrition causes abdominal wall weakness
Consult a surgeon fr physical examination n further opinion
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