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Peter J. Lydon, M.D.,F.A.C.S. has been in the practice of General and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery in Norwood, Massachusetts since 1987. He has been a leader in the development of minimally invasive surgeries as early as 1990.
He is a regionally recognized expert in laparoscopic procedures such as cholecystectomy, hernia repair, fundoplication and appendectomy. He is also a Charter Member of The American Hernia Society and Fellow of The American College of Surgeons.
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
General Surgery
Breast Surgery
Surgery
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United States: Massachusetts
Languages spoken
English
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151 Answers
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A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Peter Lydonanswered
General Surgery 41 years experience
Yes: Hernias in infants must be fixed. See a consultation with a pediatric surgeon.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Not sure: This could be a muscular problem unrelated to the GB surgery. There are rare cases where a collection of fluid can occur sometime after the surgery. Y... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Usually none: a previous appendectomy should not have any effect on the ability to have a C-section.
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A 47-year-old female asked:
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Not sure: there is a very high recurrence rate for hiatal hernia repairs. If you have already had once recurrence, I would be very careful looking at further su... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Evaluate the pain: lipomas of the abdominal wall do not cause significant pain. See your doctor to investigate the cause of the abdominal pain. It is not from a lipoma.
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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See a doctor: If it is related to meals, It could possible represent gallbladder disease.
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A female asked:
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Surgery : Surgery should not be on your mind right now. Get on a good diet and exercise program. If this doesn't work, the best procedure is lap gastric bypass ... Read More
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A 49-year-old male asked:
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Hiatal : Hiatal hernias, ventral hernias, incisional hernias, umbilical hernias, and ventral hernias are repaired by general surgeons. There are several differ... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Surgery can usually cure this problem. An abdominal binder can help control symptoms.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Not usually: The formation of stones in these two organs are not usually related.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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No restriction: Anytime that you are comfortable. It will not cause harm to the repair.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Not really: It would have to be a very hard slap.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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No issue: The gallbladder fossa is simply an anatomic description of the location of the gallbladder on the liver. It isn't good or bad.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Depends: It depends where it is located. If it is near the incisions, it could be related to the surgical dressings used. If it is across the abdomen, it could... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Al least 50%: It should be at least 50%. More important, however, is if the injection of cck at the time of the study replicates your pain. If so, cholecystectomy m... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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It can be: This procedure will increase the delivery of bile to your intestine. It should improve with time.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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No: It will make you empty your colon.
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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A small rock: Stone can occur in the gallbladder by concentration of bile with precipitation of crystals that grow into stones.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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No: This is not typical of acute appendicitis. It could very well be a urinary infection.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Maybe: A hernia at the umbilicus with a deep cleft can allow dead skin and lint to accumulate. This can get infected. Just keep it clean with a q tip now and... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Yes: This is not uncommon. Non surgical measures usually provide relief.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Yes it is. It may improve after delivery. See a surgeon after delivery.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Varies: Very quick if it is a laparoscopic procedure and a bit longer for an open procedure.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Yes, but it is very, very unlikely. It would have to be a hernia that is strangulated and neglected. This won't happen in most people. Consider repair... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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No: A large inguinal hernia can make the scrotum fuller and the penis can appear "smaller" because of this. The actual size of the penis in unchanged.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Soon: You should be able to swin very soon after this surgery. The skin incisions seal within 24 hours.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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No: Twitching is a muscle issue unrelated to the gallbladder.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
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Avoid exposure: You should not expose yourself to other people, especially those that have an impaired immune system. Avoid public places until you have recovered.
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Topical: Aldara (imiquimod) cream works for many patients. If this fails, laser vaporization can be very effective. See a podiatrist for an evaluation.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Not much: An adenomatous polyp is benign but can change over time and become cancerous.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Not likely: Most fissure will respond to stool softeners, sitz baths, and a prescription cream to allow the anal muscles to relax (nifedipine). Preparation h does... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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No: This is not a typical sign of a hernia. It is likely just a bruise.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Maybe: Biliary dyskinesia is a condition where the gallbladder can't empty properly and causes pain. A low ejection fraction (less than about 25%) is usually... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Yes: If the area stays moist, you could get a yeast rash similar to a diaper rash. Try lorimin cream.
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A female asked:
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This : This is likely normal post op healing. As the wound heals, the tissue gets firm over the first couple of weeks and can give a distinct bulge. This wil... Read More
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A : A skilled surgeon can scope anyone, however, this does not mean that it is the right thing to do. Laparoscopic hernia surgeons are very selective in t... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
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Not sure: You could be constipated or something else. Try a laxative if needed, otherwise, see your doctor.
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A 32-year-old male asked:
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Maybe: Some people benefit from topical antibiotic treatment with cleocin (clindamycin phosphate). I would suggest an evaluation with a dermatologist.
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A 50-year-old male asked:
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General Surgery 41 years experience
Yes!: Even one attack from gallstones is a strong indication for surgical treatment. Speak with an experienced surgeon.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Gerd is a result of a weak valve between the stomach and the esophagus. Pregnancy make the reflux worse becasue of the increased intra-abdominal press... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Go to urgent care: Get a doctor to see you and checked for strep and mono. You many need antibiotics.
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A 50-year-old member asked:
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Hernia: This is an umbilical hernia, or a weakness in the abdominal wall that allows things on the inside to protrude to the outside such as fat and intestine... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Remove it: Most non functioning gallbladders are a result of a stone blocking the GB duct. A laparoscopic GB removal will solve the problem for good.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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No: It is extremely unlikely to get adhesions to the gallbladder from Legionella.
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A 81-year-old male asked:
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Check with your doct: Constipation is common after hernia surgery. Dark colored stool could represent blood in the stool. You should check with your surgeon. They can test ... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Complex: The diagnosis of primary sclerosing cholangitis is very complex. Many patients require no treatment while some need complex surgery. You really need t... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Just see someone: Almost any competent physician can do an initial evaluation of cervical lymph nodes. You just need someone to examine you and likely order a CAT scan ... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Depends: If it was a laparoscopic procedure, you can likely return to normal, unlimited activity as soon as you are comfortable. An open appendectomy will requ... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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BMI is high: Fatty livers are common and usually related to carrying excessive weight.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Sure: The two are not likely related, but if you are having pain in the leg, it is worth seeing your doctor.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Lydon is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Lydon is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Insightful, short and precise
Despite that I myself being a GP wouldn't recommend alcohol consumption for at least 2 weeks post appendectomy.
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Thanks for your quick reply! I'd hate paying for shots if they wouldn't help :) I'll ask about meds
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thanks, my mom has had this for over a year. This is very helpful.
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