Guggs Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 (edited) I had a hyrnia operation 8 months ago and there is still some minor discomfort there. I wouldn't call it pain, but I can have some discomfort at times and is sensitive to the touch. I know, I know "see a doctor." I am not one to run to the doctor for every little thing. Since hyrnias are somewhat common, just getting some opinions and seeing if anyone else has had this problem. Thanks. Edited October 5, 2008 by Guggs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 What kind of hernia did you have? Assuming it's the typical groinal version. I know with my hernia surgery, there was a rather good chance of infection. You may be having a bit of a reaction to whatever they used to repair it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guggs Posted October 5, 2008 Author Share Posted October 5, 2008 What kind of hernia did you have? Assuming it's the typical groinal version. I know with my hernia surgery, there was a rather good chance of infection. You may be having a bit of a reaction to whatever they used to repair it. I had a Inguinal hernia, which is most common. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 I had a Inguinal hernia, which is most common. Right.... well, can't say much more than go visit your doctor to tell him about the discomfort. Not something you want to hold off on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 It can be normal to have "minor discomfort" eight months after an inguinal hernia repair. The only way you'll know if anything's wrong is to go see a general surgeon (hopefully the one who did the original surgery). An exam and imaging study (if necessary) should be able to detect any abnormalities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crispy Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I had a Inguinal hernia, which is most common. I had the same surgery 1-1/2 years ago. I still have discomfort. The important thing is to take it easy. You don't want to have it done again. I also got nerve damage because of the procedure. It only occurs to 1/2% of people having Inguinal hernia surgery. They had to inject a steroid into the affected area to deaden the nerve. The surgery/recovery was painful enough but the nerve damage pain was excruciating. I doubt you have that as it would be very apparent to you. Just take it easy and let it heal. Proper recovery can be anywhere from 6 months to 2 years. Good luck. Crispy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonkis Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I had a ventral hernia repaired twice and had NO discomfort after either surgery. Undoubtedly easier than recovering from inguinal, but get to the doctor, already! Why mess with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muck Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Get your wife to rub some ointment on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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