hernia op encouragement..
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Hi folks…I am 3 weeks post op open inguinal hernia surgery.A surgery that was a little tricky as it involved cutting away an existing failed mesh from 10 years ago..….Until earlier this week I have been in loads of pain and discomfort….However I have done as I have been told and gradually increased the walking….I,m only doing 3 miles a day though and am definitely feeling better each day….The hypersensitivity is still there but I,m helping this my massaging vitamin e oil into the areas that hurt….AND its working…..The main thing is give yourself lots of time….IGNORE the boasts that you will feel great after a few days….Its not going to happen….Listen to your body,take things day by day and above all get a positive mind set…..Something else to remember….you are NOT on your own…..good luck..
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Salal dave23271
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Fantastic news. Congrats. Did they replace the mesh with new mesh? Curious...I'm slated for inguinal hernia surgery in April. All the best and thanks for your update.
dave23271 Salal
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hi Salal
Yes they did replace the Mesh….I was one of a small number that the mesh had split…..It rarely happens but it did with me……Don't worry about your op….Easy to say I know…..Please don't believe a lot that is written….There is a lot of exaggeration and scaremongering…..You will be in discomfort for a few days and then it is a gradual healing process…and think on, it is one of the most common procedures carried out….thousands done every day….Keep a positive mind set and you will be fine…Best of luck….