Swelling and Bruising after umbilical hernia

Dr. Michael Reinhorn, a hernia specialist at Boston Hernia, explains what to expect regarding swelling and bruising after umbilical or ventral hernia surgery.

Here are some key points:

Swelling and Bruising: This is a normal part of the healing process. Bruising can be extensive and last up to a month.
Swelling Progression: Swelling increases in the first week and then gradually decreases, but it can take up to six months to fully subside.
Discomfort: Some tugging and pulling sensations are normal during the healing process.

Keywords:

hernia surgery
ventral hernia
umbilical hernia
post-operative care
swelling
bruising
healing process
pain management
recovery