Hernia after colic surgery

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My mare had emergency surgery in September 2018, the vet found she had strangulating lipoma, and removed part of her intestine. Insurance completely maxed out! She made a full recovery, but now has a large hernia on the incision line. After lengthy discussions with vets, second opinions from separate practices, and my own research. I’ve been advised different things and I’m loosing sleep worrying over her. Has anyone else had the same issue after colic surgery and how have you managed? She is back to hacking which the vet said is fine and also said she is fine for low level dressage however we haven’t done much schooling since she has been back in work, due to the weather. So will have to see how that goes. But at the moment is living a normal happy life. I understand the risks that come with a hernia but wanted some advice off anyone that’s found themselves in the awful situation.
 
If you so a search on here, hernia, member michen it will bring up old threads about her pony who had one, the photos are no longer there but it was fairly large and caused him no issues, he evented and hunted until she very sadly lost him in a tragic accident.
My horse had a small hernia following his colic op and he led a totally normal life afterwards, yours is still at the very early stages of rehab so I would be inclined to get the fitness levels up and see how she goes, the stronger her core is the better she should cope, it may be worth getting a physio involved to see if they can give advice on what would be most useful..
 
Thank you all for your comments. It’s nice to hear of some success stories with hernias. This gives me some hope that I can carry on with work an hopefully it won’t cause any issues. It is a fairly large hernia, but a friend of mine suggested I try a belly band with maybe a sheep skin pad underneath when riding to give some protection. I don’t feel I need this for hacking but would probably try it for traveling. I’m looking into this at the moment aswell. Thanks again for your knowledge x
 
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If you so a search on here, hernia, member michen it will bring up old threads about her pony who had one, the photos are no longer there but it was fairly large and caused him no issues, he evented and hunted until she very sadly lost him in a tragic accident.
My horse had a small hernia following his colic op and he led a totally normal life afterwards, yours is still at the very early stages of rehab so I would be inclined to get the fitness levels up and see how she goes, the stronger her core is the better she should cope, it may be worth getting a physio involved to see if they can give advice on what would be most useful..
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Thank you for your help, I’ve taken a look at the other thread and it is very positive.
 
Yes, as be positive said mine had a large hernia. The vets at Liphook said there was no reason to do anything about it unless there was reason to go in again, where you’d then “tidy” it up.

He did absolutely everything, I poked it every now and again to keep an eye on it.. that was it. I lost him but nothing to do with the hernia.
 
Actually found this more useful pic. First one when I got him (he was on full loan). Hernia much more obvious. Second was him eventing a year later, very fit and hernia much less obvious.

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What a Beautiful horse I’m sorry to hear you lost him. But Thank you for your reply. I’m definitely staying positive, I have had lovely comments and it is great to hear off people who have experienced similar problems. I’m hoping to get her fit over the summer and go from there. Thank you x
 
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What a Beautiful horse I’m sorry to hear you lost him. But Thank you for your reply. I’m definitely staying positive, I have had lovely comments and it is great to hear off people who have experienced similar problems. I’m hoping to get her fit over the summer and go from there. Thank you x
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Thank you. He was the horsey love of my life! I’m sure you have absolutely nothing to worry about.
 
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