Question 1

how long is the recovery time for laproscopic hernia repair?

Accepted Answer

1-2 weeks: While it varies, return to work is often 1 week, even for moderately active jobs.

Question 2

what's recovery time for an umbilical  hernia repair .?

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Short: Most umbilical hernia repairs are done outpatient and require a very short recovery.  If you do a lot of liftinig, bending and stooping and straining your time for recovery may be longer (~2-4 weeks).  If you have a less strenuous vocation, then perhaps less than a week to up to 2 weeks.  It will depend on your size, condition, health and complications and your doctor's opinion.

Question 3

what is the recovery for an open inguinal hernia repair?

Accepted Answer

2-4 weeks: Depending on the technique the surgeon chooses, you could be released to non-restricted status as early as 15days.  You should probably be released by 4 weeks, unless you have some underlyiing issues which would prolong your recovery.  Now, just because you've been released to lift or exercise doesn't you mean you won't still have some residual soreness.  Listen to your surgeon. Good luck.

Question 4

how fast is recovery from open surgery for parastomal hernia repair?

Accepted Answer

Parastomal hernia: Recovery from hernia repair is variable based upon many factors such as hernia size, prior operative details, and type of surgery performed.  If possible, the best treatment is to reverse the stoma and repair the hernia site.  If the stoma is permanent, a mesh is often utilized.  If possible, a laparoscopic repair offers many benefits over open repair.  You need to discuss this with a surgeon.

Question 5

what is the recovery time for abdominal hernia repair?  complications?  patient has esld.

Accepted Answer

Depends: The size of hernia and the contents of the hernia sac, the presence of serious complications like ascites (fluid in abdomen), incarceration and/or strangulation (bowel trapped in hernia sac) will have large impact on the risk/benefit analysis and the surgical repair and recovery time. Ok to ask your surgery team. Have family with you.

Question 6

how long does it take to recovery for open ventral hernia repair surgery and is there a hospital stay?

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Variable: Small open repairs such as those at the belly button are typically done without a stay in the hospital. Large abdominal wall reconstruction patients typically stay in the hospital about a week. If there are complications, all bets are off. Call your surgeon to find out about your case.

Question 7

two months after inguinal open/mesh hernia repair, i still have discomfort in groin/testicle. i'm starting to worry about my recovery. should i be?

Accepted Answer

May take time: See your surgeon for an exam to be sure you are healing well. Some skin nerve and testicular discomforts can take some months to fully resolve.

Question 8

how long is the general recovery time after going for an inguinal hernia repair? when will one be able to start doing day to day activities?

Accepted Answer

It varies: Usually a couple of weeks for light activity, a month for more strenuous activity.  But, any increase in activity should only be after a follow up evaluation with your doctor.

Question 9

i am scheduled for an open incisional hernia repair. the ct revealed two hernias along my 9 inch midline incision. the report said one measures 4x6cm, and the other was described as wide mouth. how long should i expect for recovery?

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Wound healing : The time for wound healing varies but if all goes well you should be healed in two week. Avoiding infection is important.

Question 10

i've had an inguinal hernia repair open surgery with mesh about 2 weeks ago. i still feel a bit of pain in my left testicule from time to time (rarely?

Accepted Answer

Hernia repair: This may be expected after your recent surgery. Nevertheless, I would talk to your surgeon to make sure there is nothing to be concerned about.

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What is the recovery time for abdominal hernia repair? complications? patient has esld.

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How long does it take to recovery for open ventral hernia repair surgery and is there a hospital stay?

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Two months after inguinal open/mesh hernia repair, i still have discomfort in groin/testicle. i'm starting to worry about my recovery. should i be?

A member asked:

How long is the general recovery time after going for an inguinal hernia repair? when will one be able to start doing day to day activities?

A member asked:

I am scheduled for an open incisional hernia repair. the ct revealed two hernias along my 9 inch midline incision. the report said one measures 4x6cm, and the other was described as wide mouth. how long should i expect for recovery?

A member asked:

I've had an inguinal hernia repair open surgery with mesh about 2 weeks ago. i still feel a bit of pain in my left testicule from time to time (rarely?

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