Husband of Vaginal Mesh Victim Speaks Up

Dean’s wife had a vaginal mesh implant inserted in 2010, and he says things have never been the same — and he doesn’t think they’ll get any better. It’s not just his wife who lives the nightmare; he says he suffers along with her. The toughest part for Dean is feeling like he failed in his job to protect his wife and keep her safe. Both Dean and his wife were told the vaginal mesh implantation was safe. However, what was supposed to be a simple surgery has turned into years of pain and suffering with no relief in sight.

Dean’s Vaginal Mesh Story

Dean’s wife had the vaginal mesh implant for two years before it was finally taken out, although he says they had to beg the doctors to remove it. His wife began experiencing severe pain almost immediately after it had been inserted. He described it as two years of hell. They both assumed the symptoms and pain would go away once the vaginal mesh was removed, but they were wrong. It relieved some of the pressure, but the vaginal mesh complications remain long after removal.

Now that Dean’s wife is mesh-free, she still has pain in her lower back and groin, extending down her legs. He also says she has bowel problems, which were not an issue before the vaginal mesh implant or while it was inserted. She’s depressed, and sex is still too painful. The surgeon removed as much of the mesh as possible, but it had eroded and began to eat through Dean’s wife’s flesh, likely causing the ongoing problems. Dean says he doesn’t see things improving anytime soon.

The Couple’s Ongoing Vaginal Mesh Struggle

Dean’s wife doesn’t qualify for disability even though daily activities are a struggle. She’s asked her doctor for stronger pain medication, but been refused. When Dean asked the doctor how this could happen, he was told, “It’s like a car accident — things happen.” Of course, nobody signs up for a car accident. Had Dean and his wife known about the risks of a vaginal mesh device, they wouldn’t have gambled with those odds.

A sexless marriage is challenging at best. Since Dean has no idea if and when his wife will recover, he’s trying to make the best of it. However, as a tertiary vaginal mesh victim, he’s suffering daily along with his wife. Watching his wife live in so much pain and feeling like there’s no way out can put too much strain on a marriage.

Have You or Loved One Been a Victim of Vaginal Mesh Suffering?

If you opted for a vaginal mesh implant to treat your POP or incontinence and suffered side effects, you might have a vaginal mesh legal claim. Compensation for medical bills, ongoing health care, pain, suffering, loss of income and other related expenses are a possibility.

Discover more at the Transvaginal Mesh, Vaginal Sling, Vaginal Mesh and Bladder Sling Class Action Lawsuit Investigation. You’ll be able to easily submit your vaginal mesh story. If you have a case, a lawyer will get in touch to further discuss your vaginal mesh claim review.