Most likey: It's only been a few days since your surgery and most people will have discomfort for a week or two after ventral hernia repair. Binder support helps sometimes. When is your scheduled postoperative check? Your surgeon is your best resource at this point - call if you have concerns.
Answered 3/22/2018
5.6k views
Yes: Ventral hernia surgery often involves placing mesh to cover the defect. The mesh is secured by sutures and sometimes tacks that anchor it to the abdominal muscles. This will cause episodes of spasm in these muscles but this should resolve in a few weeks.
Answered 9/14/2012
5.6k views
Probably: There are a variety of aches and pains after this type of operation. They are variably present and can last weeks to months after the operation. They are usually mild and self limiting. Trust your intuition though. If you think something is wrong, call your surgeon to check it out.
Answered 10/3/2016
5.6k views
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question