I had an Upper Gastric Hernia repaired a few years ago.  I have been having trouble with pain and swelling in my upper stomach area and my Gastro Dr. said it felt like the Mesh slipped and he could feel the hernia, then he sent me to another Specialist and that Dr. said I have Muscle Fascia Laxity and never explained it to me...I have been having a harder time digesting foods more lately.  What is Muscle Fascia Laxity in my upper stomach area?
Hi ! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. Muscle fascia laxity is otherwise known as dimerization of recto which is not infrequently seen in obese persons, post delivery ladies, and emaciated persons. This is not a hernia, but clinically feels like one. The pain in the upper abdomen could be due to the hernia, or due to many other causes like a gall stone disease, peptic ulcer disease, etc. If I were your doctor, I would have advised you for an ultrasound abdomen to rule out few intro abdominal conditions. Till then, you can go for a proton pump inhibitor Chat Doctor.  Avoid alcoholic beverages, and smoking. Further management would depend on the report of the ultrasound. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor.