Question 1

does hernia repair cause permanent numbness?

Accepted Answer

It can: Sometimes small sensory nerves are divided during a repair. This is especially true with an open repair. It is rarely a significant problem.

Question 2

is it normal to still have numbness from a femoral hernia repair after a year has gone by?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: Numbness after inguinal and femoral hernia repair is common. However, the duration of numbness in and around the groin and inner thigh are dependent upon a key factor. That is, whether or not your surgeon purposefully divided a small nerve branch. Some surgeons do this to avoid the much worse complication of chronic pain. If your surgeon divided your nerve, you will always have numbness.

Question 3

i just had a hernia repair operation a week ago n nw im getting numbness and pain in my right arm y?

Accepted Answer

Right arm symptoms : Are not related to hernia (i assume abdominal wall) operation.  It might be related to positioning during surgery or IV site.  Ask your surgeon what he thinks.

Question 4

i had an open incisional hernia repair three weeks ago. ever since i have numbness in my buttocks and left anterior thigh. is this normal? suggestion?

Accepted Answer

Hernia: With numbness in your buttocks and thigh after incisional hernia you must contact the doctor who did the surgery.
Hope all goes well.

Question 5

what is the cause of the numbness below the incision after inguinal hernia repair?  when  should sensation return to this area?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Typically 3-6 months. There are sensory nerves that cross the incision lines needed in inguinal hernia repair. While with good technique these are often identified and preserved, there are times they are divided - both intentionally and unintentionally.  Known side effects of any incision include permanent changes in sensation - this can range from chronic pain, stinging, tingling, to numbness.

Question 6

had inguinal hernia repair 2 weeks ago, still some pain especially sitting and standing, groin swelling and numbness, surgeon visit says ok,is it?

Accepted Answer

Most likely OK: Pain, swelling and numbness after hernia surgery is normal. The numbness will last for a long time, but you will get used to it in time. Pain and swelling usually goes away within 4-6 weeks. If the swelling increased, was associated with redness or any drainage, it might be due to infection, in which case you need to see your surgeon right away. Avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting 6 weeks

Question 7

my husband has swelling and pain from hernia repair in december. right testicle completely numb since surgery.

Accepted Answer

Pain: He needs to be evaluated for hernia recurrence.  Numbness may be nerve entrapment or denervated.

Question 8

hernia repair in dec now have numb tingling and in pain outer thigh no answers from doctrs is it serious? is their a name for it?

Accepted Answer

Not serious: Depending on the location of the hernia, the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve may have been stretched, bruised or even cut.  Damage to this nerve causes numbness, tingling or pain in the outer thigh. It is called meralgia paresthetica.  It is not a serious condition, and won't affect strength in the leg.  It can be painful or just downright annoying.  It may get better w time.

Question 9

i had left side inguinal hernia repair(incision/mesh) 9 weeks ago. numbness in groin is fading, but i now have burning in testicle/incision area. why?

Accepted Answer

Healing process : Probably relate to the the healing process. Doesn't sound dangerous. If it persists and limits your activity, or gets worse, see your surgeon again. If no answers, consider a second opinion from a general surgeon with experience in hernia repair. Check the americas hernia society website to find surgeons that are members. Whole this is no guarantee of quality, it demonstrates some interest.

Question 10

why would it be best for an open hernia repair?

Accepted Answer

Surgeon experience: Recurrence rates can be higher in laparoscopic surgery based on the degree of experience and techniques used.  Often a "bilateral" or both sided repair can be done via small incisions.  If it's only one sided, the "extra" dissection during laparoscopic surgery of the opposite side is unnecessary and may pose potential for additional scarring.

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Does hernia repair cause permanent numbness?

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Is it normal to still have numbness from a femoral hernia repair after a year has gone by?

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I just had a hernia repair operation a week ago n nw im getting numbness and pain in my right arm y?

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I had an open incisional hernia repair three weeks ago. ever since i have numbness in my buttocks and left anterior thigh. is this normal? suggestion?

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What is the cause of the numbness below the incision after inguinal hernia repair? when should sensation return to this area?

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Had inguinal hernia repair 2 weeks ago, still some pain especially sitting and standing, groin swelling and numbness, surgeon visit says ok,is it?

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My husband has swelling and pain from hernia repair in december. right testicle completely numb since surgery.

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Hernia repair in dec now have numb tingling and in pain outer thigh no answers from doctrs is it serious? is their a name for it?

A member asked:

I had left side inguinal hernia repair(incision/mesh) 9 weeks ago. numbness in groin is fading, but i now have burning in testicle/incision area. why?

A member asked:

Why would it be best for an open hernia repair?

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