I got a hernia in my stomach 4 yrs after takedown. It really started to grow in the 2nd yr. It took over my stomach and was big. My surgeon agreed it was from the initial surgery and needed to be repaired. It was a big deal. I had to have reconstruction of the abdominal wall and mesh to correct. He said my organs would have been affected if I didn't have it done. The outcome still is good except that after the 6-8 hr surgery they sent me home in 2days. I ended back in er with a obstruction. The whole experience was painful just as much but not quite as bad as the 3 surgeries to have J Pouch. In the end I am glad I did it all and endured it all. I would not want to go through anymore surgery. I am doing well and so thankful for now. One day at a time.