Dealing with Hernia Around Stoma - Normal Discomfort?

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Skip15
Sep 05, 2018 12:31 am

Got another hernia!! Already had 2 fixed but this time it's not an emergency. Was wondering how much discomfort is normal??

Bill
Sep 05, 2018 6:01 am

Hello Skip. I do not see anything ‘normal’ about hernias or the discomfort that goes with them. The hernias I have relating to the stoma and surrounding area are relatively insignificant compared with my hiatus hernia so I just accept them and get on with my life as ’normal’ (as possible).
(Note: I’ve lost this post twice already- so this is a cut& paste job from WORD.)
Best wishes
Bill

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Jenerprise
Sep 05, 2018 11:50 am

Good morning, Skip,

I had a peristomal hernia fixed when I had my colostomy takedown. My hernia didn't hurt at all, but it made the bag fit not great. The doctor used an absorbable tissue reinforcement called Bio A. It has worked so far and I have had little discomfort.

Please be hyper aware of all the medical device safety issues and those advocating for mesh patients when you discuss hernia repair with your surgeon.

I help out on a FB page called "Medical Device Problems." There is a group represented by the mesh patients as well. A lot of good information is posted. Also, if you get a chance, please watch the Netflix documentary "The Bleeding Edge" as it also discusses mesh and other medical device safety issues.

Best of luck,

Jen

ShyIntrovert
Sep 07, 2018 11:32 pm

I have a pretty big parastomal hernia myself. Dr. said they wouldn't mess with it unless I had pain or blockage. Hope everything goes well for you.

Skidude
Sep 12, 2018 10:43 am

Went through 4 parastomal hernia repairs in 8 years due to size and discomfort. My last repair was November '17 in Philly by a colorectal and a plastic surgeon using a modified Sugarbaker procedure. 9 months out...everything's tight...Sugarbaker works.

 

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Skip15
Oct 11, 2018 10:44 pm

Thanks everybody. Really tired of hospitals, but now I feel nauseous when I eat.