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I'm 3 weeks after inguinal orchiectomy, i used to lift weights. is it safe to lift now if it's doesn't hurt during training?or still hernia can arise?
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Follow MD advice: You should really talk with your surgeon's office about what he/she recommends for your activity levels. Typically this surgery involves splitting the external oblique muscle and that takes several weeks to heal.
Answered 1/30/2015
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