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Prospective hernia surgery

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mark23925
mark23925

When I walk or twist my body I have a knife like pain on the left side under gut about 2 -3 inches from the hip bone or pelvic bone, when I push on it there is pain.I am assuming it is a hernia. Question is laproscopy better or  regular surgery. I weight lift frequently and I use this activity is a big outlet and also to keep myself in shape. I am frightened the doctor will suggest no weight lifting ever or at least no more than 25 pounds. Anyone with experience in that department. My hernia does not bulge and the pain feels deep. So I am asking 3 questions a laproscopic vs regular surgery  2. ability to continue vigorous weight lifting and how fast is recovery; how many weeks to curtail activity.

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  • colin95803
    colin95803 mark23925

    Posted

    This doesn't sound like an inguinal hernia and it may be that your assumption is wrong.  I would guess it's more of a muscle or tendon problem.  Perhaps you should get a proper diagnosis before worrying about surgery.  Don't be frightened of the doctor!  Good luck!
  • donneh
    donneh mark23925

    Posted

    it might not be a hernia at all! Please go see a specialist to be sure

    all the best bud. lift strong

  • smigger15
    smigger15 mark23925

    Posted

    I had inguinal hernia and mine didn't bulge. It was also non-detectable by either Ultrasound scan or CT Scan... I underwent exploratory open surgery before they found mine. So your questions are unanswerable till you know what it is.. Good luck!!
  • ctrix1
    ctrix1 mark23925

    Posted

    From what I know,  a laproscopic repair has a greater chance of failure or re-occurance. That's why the VA hospitals don't even do laproscopic. They only want to do things once. Mine was done by open surgery, and it wasn't so bad. First couple of days are kinda tough, but nothing you can't handle, and it just gets easier. I was told to lift no more than a gallon of milk for the first six weeks. But after three weeks you will be able to carry in a couple of bags of groceries. You'll decide the risks for yourself once you've had the procedure.
  • SK1R1D28
    SK1R1D28 mark23925

    Posted

    Hi,sonos

    I had key hole laproscopy repair to my umbilical hernia in 2012 which failed in less than 12 months I then suffered obstruction which has horrible symptoms and vomiting this resulted in emergency hospitalisation a nasal tube and major surgery with mesh and 24 hours and a 8 day stay in hospital. Dehiscence of the wound And six weeks of daily dressings and recuperation12 month months later I suffered another obstruction and adhesions meaning another emergency operation another nasal tube 12 days stay in hospital more dehiscence of the wound a DVT in my leg with warfarin treatment and a greater length of time recouperation. in 2016 my hernia repair has failed again with further complications and I am now facing more surgery. My problem has been trying to resume. Normal active life to soon after each operation and lifting normal bjects like chairs and suitcases.

    I would whole heartedly recommend that you stop lifting immediately please take all your doctor advice especially about lose weight and diet. As far as surgery goes I would not recommend surgery it is difficult painfully and the recuperation process is frustrating boring and demanding both on your self your family and the health professionals please, please take care and avoid surgery until your doctor tells you it is advisable.

    good luck trevor

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