Question 1

bodybuilding after open inguinal hernia surgery?

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Alright: Should be fine to return to all normal activities and exercises once you are fully healed and released to such activities by your surgeon.

Question 2

bodybuilding after open inguinal hernia surgery without mesh?

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Should wait: 6 weeks.  Just be mindful that to exercise as tolerated to prevent recurrent.

Question 3

i had an inguinal hernia surgery 4 years back i wanna know how much weight can i lift up? and can i do bodybuilding and some stretching exercises?

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Ask your surgeon: I had the same surgery last year, and there were really no restrictions.  I would suggest calling the surgeon's office if in doubt and discuss- depending upon the surgery, post-op and history, lifting restrictions may vary from person to person.  I would also make sure you are lifting with proper form.

Question 4

is hernia surgery painful?

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Temporarily: The pain from hernia surgery is dependent on the location of the hernia and the method of repair.  Most hernia operations are performed as out-patient procedures, with people using narcotic pain medication for days rather than weeks.  Most people can return to a desk job within 1-2 weeks.

Question 5

is hernia surgery generally effective?

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Yes: If a hernia is repaired using a mesh, the chances of it coming back are less than 1%.

Question 6

what is the recovery from hernia surgery like?

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Depends how bad: These days it is usually done with laparoscpes (cameras) and you end up with a small hole in your belly-button and 2 smaller hole on your stomach.  You usually have pain requiring narcotics for 3 to 7 days and then are sore for another week.  Most surgeons ask that you not do strenuous activity for 3 to 4 weeks after.  Big or trapped hernias may require a larger cut on your belly.

Question 7

hernia surgery what is recommended :laproscapy or regular surgery?

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Either or: First you have to know what the surgeon isore comfortable with second a first time hernia in the groin they are equal third incisional hernia or large ventral hernia laproscopically is better recurrent and bilateral and femoral hernia laproscopically better umbilical hernia depend on the size if it is large laproscopically better I hope that help good luck

Question 8

why is there burning after hernia surgery?

Accepted Answer

See below: Nerve discomfort to the skin can temporarily result in a sharp or burning feeling around the surgical site. That discomfort resolves as the surgical site heals. See your surgeon to be sure that you are healing properly.

Question 9

is walking after hernia surgery beneficial?

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Yes: Getting up and walking shortly after surgery is very good. It can help prevent certain complications like pulmonary atelectasis and deep vein thrombosis. Early postoperative mobilization is important.

Question 10

what are common hernia surgery complications?

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Uncommon: Fortunately,  complications are uncommon after hernia repair, but they can be serious when they happen. Specific to hernia repair, chronic pain and hernia recurrence occur about 5% of the time or less for small, uncomplicated hernia repairs that are typically performed as an outpatient. Not all hernias are equal however, and a general surgeon may be able to give you specifics for your case.

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