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Hernia Repair Done, Mesh Inserted. Developed Infection. Can Lymphedema, Cellulitis In Legs Lead To Allergic Reaction?
my mom had a hernia repair about two years ago. The surgeon did insert a mesh during the repair. She developed a pretty serious infection, with drainage which lasted for several months. The doctor says the mesh is not attached on one side, and is reluctant to operate on her again. Mom is wondering if the lymphedema, and cellulitis which she has been suffering with, in her legs, could have anything to do with an allergic reaction she might be having to the mesh?
Tue, 22 Oct 2013
Hi,
Thank you for asking question on health care magic
i uderstand your cofusion
mesh can some times give rise to allergic reaction
during operation if there is any obstruction to the lymph channels it leads to lyphoedema and cellulitis
Hope this answer will serve your purpose
Take care
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCH
Associate professor of pediatrics
Thank you for asking question on health care magic
i uderstand your cofusion
mesh can some times give rise to allergic reaction
during operation if there is any obstruction to the lymph channels it leads to lyphoedema and cellulitis
Hope this answer will serve your purpose
Take care
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCH
Associate professor of pediatrics
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