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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.
Answered 11/3/2020
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Follow your surgeon: The reason surgeons recommend waiting 6 weeks is to allow the repair to heal and gain its strength. If you over stress the repair too soon, you could rip it apart. Good luck.
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