Hernia surgery risks
Common Questions and Answers about Hernia surgery risks
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its a defect in the abdominal wall that usually holds back whats inside (could be intestines, fat, or other internal organs) the hole may become bigger letting more out, but it also runs the risk that something (say intestines) can push out and have the blood supply to them cut off which then becomes serious(and needs surgery ASAP)... but some people may have a hernia their whole entire lives and live with them with no complications...
I'm a 47 year old male, a runner, lean fit body. I had hernia surgery a year ago, and since then my testicle on the side of the surgery hangs lower than before. The surgeon just dismissed my concerns saying that it would "take care of itself."
Before the surgery my testicles hung evenly, the same height. I'm in great shape, and I have always felt good about my body. I have even modeled for figure drawing classes.
But, since the surgery my right testicle is noticeably lower.
Thank you for the information about possible surgery, yes I also have a hiatus hernia buy surgery wasn't mentioned at all, just repeat upper endoscopy every year.
They did find Barretts but biopsy didn't show malignancy (knock on wood) but have to take PPI's for rest of my life.
I have several other risks for surgery, one of the worst is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, not sure if this eliminates me from ANY surgery in the future, except (knocking wood) an emergency.
A male lower abdominal hernia? I am no doctor, paramedic and I am no longer a combat lifesaver. I work around a lot of steel. At times I have to hand pull 400 foot lengths of cable threw that steel. The big cables weigh in at least 5 pounds per foot. So a lot of people around me tend to get a hernia in the same place amoungst all the other straining injuries. I have also got a straining injury myself, from not wearing the proper underwear of all things.
Understand how you feel, but sometimes you could be facing more risks with a correction. Any surgery carries with it its risks, like there could be increased bleeding due to fibrosis from prior surgery. There are also chances of an infection. You could first discuss the correction options with your GP and then proceed from there. Good Luck.
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I made an appointment with a urologist. After having hernia repair surgery one year ago, I am concerned about changes to my body. I'm asking for a thorough checkup and hoping to discuss my concerns. I decided to bypass my GP because I want to speak to someone who is knowledgeable about these specific issues. Am I right in my thinking? What should I say/expect from the urologist?
I have had a large abdominal hernia since last year after having some surgery. I went to see a surgeon about it in December 2011, he said that I needed alot of mesh with the repair as I have had several abdominal surgeries and he thinks it best to reinforce some of my abdominal walls.
I am a little hesitant about the mesh as I have heard some horror stories about developing infection from the mesh.
What do you think?
I have so far not been able to find out of there are any risks to my pregnancy due to that surgery, or that missing ab. muscle. I am "popping" very early; concerned about my "core support" during pregnancy, risks of hernia, etc. Any information would be immensely helpful. My doctor who performed the surgery has told me this is unprecedented in his experience, and to continue "looking for information." Thoughts, opinions? Thank you.
Can anyone tell me why doctors try so hard to avoid hiatal hernia surgery ? Specifically, if a person has done everything reasonable to minimize the effect, such as low body mass ( I was underweight before the hernia), revised diet, limited lifting, elevated head of bed, and of course proton pump inhibitors.
I already know the usually surgical risks. I am ok with those. Thanks for any insight.
From what I can discover in the literature, it appears to me that UCSF is the foremost center for fetal surgery to correct a diaphragmatic hernia before birth. You may want to request a referral there if things look serious.
The most important next step will be to find out exactly what it is that you are dealing with, and that will happen at your level 3 ultrasound with your perinatologist.
Good luck!
They are not only at an increased risk for complications from any surgery (particularly from infection) but there is little point in trying to repair a hernia while a person still has ascites. Beside the risks of the surgery itself it is very likely to hernia recur any way. The point is to treat the cause of the hernia. The person’s advanced, life-threatening cirrhosis.
Does a person have to wait until strangulation occurs and risks are higher?
Hello and hope you are doing well.
The common causes for testicular pain are injury, infection and torsion. Injury can cause a tear of the testicular layers or it can cause a hematoma (blood collection). Infection can affect and cause epididymitis or orchitis resulting in pain. Testicular torsion is an emergency as the blood supply may be compromised and needs to be relieved. Sometimes a tumor of the testis can cause pain. Consult your primary care physician for therapy.
My 88 yr old grandmother with severe COPD (on O2 24/7) fractured her hip last night. She also has a 3.4 mm aoritc anuerism. Surgery is being recommended. What questions/concerns to be asked/voiced with reguards to anesthesia and postoperative care?
At that time I was 35 and sexually very inexperienced (I had a condom covered blow job in Amsterdam some years ago and that was all). I then had a hernia and decided that I wanted more sexual experience ASAP. The escort was an amazing experience. We used a condom for all intercourse. She did give me a blowjob without a condom and sucked on my balls and rimmed me. We had intense hard sex for 4-6 hours but I never came (but still enjoyed the experience).
I'm just guessing here but it sounds like she may have some kind of tear or hernia in her diaphragm. The diaphragm helps keep the organs tucked neatly below the chest cavity and heart. She may notice more discomfort when she lies down or bends over. If she's carrying extra weight, that makes it even more uncomfortable. IF this is the problem, they'll probably go in and repair the diaphragm. Any surgery has its risks but I'm sure they'll be careful.
My husband had the surgery many years ago and he did just fine. You will have to take it easy for awhile though. Depending on how extensive the hernia is, I would'nt be too surprised if they do the surgery out patient. Of course you'll receive pains meds and the Dr will send you home with a script for pain meds.
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