Question 1

pain after open inguinal hernia surgery?

Accepted Answer

Post-op pain common: Talk to your surgeon! tell him/her what's going on. You're the best judge of how much pain you can tolerate but let your surgeon know. S/he should have warned you about post-op pain as well as potential complications. Check back in w/your surgeon to be sure your pain isn't due to bleeding, infection or repair gone bad.

Question 2

should i undergo inguinal hernia surgery?

Accepted Answer

Probably: If you have a hernia that is enlarging or causing sone pressure or discomfort symptons, then yes have hernia surgery. Risks depend on your overall health ; surgical risks. A hernia will not resolve without surgery ; you can watch a small hernia if your doctor says it is alright to observe it.

Question 3

how much can i eat after inguinal hernia surgery?

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In general,: there aren't any dietary restrictions after inguinal hernia surgery, at least once you have had your first post-operative bowel movement. Hope this helps!

Question 4

how many hours does inguinal hernia surgery take?

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: Please direct this question to the surgeon involved in the case. They will know the specifics of the patient need, pre-operative factors, the method used and any other issue that may alter the time involved. There is no one answer.

Question 5

how long waiting time for inguinal hernia surgery?

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Variable: The timing of surgery depends on whether any pre operative evauation is necessary with other doctors, the urgency of the operation, & the surgeon's schedule.  In the us, i believe that most surgeons can schedule a hernia operation within a few weeks after initial evaluation.

Question 6

what kind of exercise to do after inguinal hernia surgery?

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Ask your surgeon: Only he knows how extensive the hernia was and how it was repaired and will release you to physical activity

Question 7

i would like information regarding inguinal hernia surgery.?

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Info: Inguinal hernia repair can be performed laparoscopically or opr. Lap has less pain and shorter recovery, but only when done by a surgeon with substantial training and experience  some say 250 cases, but the number is highly variable, and surgeon dependent. Best approach is the one the surgeon does best. Hope this helps!

Question 8

after inguinal hernia surgery is the pain worse the next day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It will get better daily-weekly but initially after anesthesia, narcotics and / or blocks wear off it is substantial!

Question 9

when can i safely travel after an open inguinal hernia surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: ask the surgeon.
Some repairs are more tenuous than others. And the surgeon will suggest.
Usually 2 weeks would suffice.
Once pain medicines
 stopped.

Question 10

could i get some information regarding inguinal hernia surgery.?

Accepted Answer

Opinions: Have more than 1 doctor examine you. If surgery necessary check their record of surgery, (#'s and results.) Do have it if indicated because of danger of bowel getting stuck in muscle defect and turning gangrenous, "incarcerated hernia." Hope this is helpful.

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