I don’t think I’ve got a hernia because there is no bulge, but I was lifting the other day and I definitely felt like a pulled or popped an ab muscle. Are there any simple, do-it-yourself tests I can do to be sure I didn’t get a hernia? I’ve postponed my working out until I know for sure and I’m eager to get back to it… ~Andy
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I had hernia surgery and now I found out I have to have inguinal hernia surgery. I read online there is a big lawsuit going on concerning the patches they use in the hernia repair procedure, what is hernia mesh patch and how do I know if it was used in my surgery?
The Bard Composix Kugel Mesh Patch is used to repair ventral (incisional) hernias caused by thinning or stretching of scar tissue that forms after surgery. The patch is placed behind the hernia defect through a small incision. The patch is then held open by a “memory recoil ring” that allows the patch to be folded for insertion and later spring open and lay flat once it is in place. Read the rest of this entry »
As to the the type of umbilical hernia surgery, this is not up to the patient. The doctor will choose the best procedure and he will choose the one that will provide the fastest and safest results. Doctors want to spare the patient as much discomfort as possible and provide for the fatest recovery so they do pick the best procedure to get the job done. The procedure he chooses will be based on the size of your hernia and position of the hernia. Read the rest of this entry »
Inguinal Hernia Repair Sutures
Hi HerniaBlog.com,
I’m coming due for inguinal hernia surgery and I’m wondering what the recovery time is and what I should expect as far as pain and mobility.
B.W.
Toms River, NJ
Inguinal hernia surgery or treatment is now usually performed as a day surgery procedure. There are various surgical techniques which may be considered in the planning of inguinal hernia repair. Read the rest of this entry »