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Question by  bigbelly (1)

Last few years I gained 100+lbs and got umbilical hernia. Any chance that losing weight will make the hernia go away?

 
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Answer by  sonicfoundation (2597)

Losing weight will help to alleviate some of the symptoms but even losing weight will not make ti go away completely. Surgery may be needed.

 
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Answer by  Connie45 (1110)

No. A hernia is caused by a weakness in the abdominal wall through which intestines have pushed out. Surgery using a mesh patch is the treatment for this condition, but you should lose weight prior to having the surgery, so you will be a healthier surgery candidate and will heal faster.

 
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