Umbilical Hernia after colectomy

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After having a Colectomy done laparoscopically, I developed an umbilical hernia.

Has anyone else had this problem and were they able to have it fixed without

causing more liver problems or Ascites?

My hep. Dr. does not want me to have it fixed, she says I could develop Ascites

after. She also doesn't think I should go under a General anymore. I was

wondering if maybe I could do it with a local? She believes I am approx. 2

years to transplant. I do not want to have this very uncomfortable Hernia

sticking out all of that time. She would like me to wear a hernia belt or some

sort of compression, but everything I have tried makes me itch like crazy.

Anyone have this same problem and if so what were the Doctors reactions to

having it fixed?