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I had an open inguinal hernia surgery. when i laugh it hurts after surgery and still feels uncomfortable after 4th week. will it mess my surgery up?

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No worries : No. This is well within the expected period to have post-op pain. The pain should gradually improve but anything you do vigorously will cause some discomfort for the next several months.

Dr Zimon agreed

Answered 5/5/2018

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