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Pain after hernia
Hello,
First off I want to say, sorry if this is in the wrong forum, but I couldn't find the proper place to post it. So I figured I post it here (because weight lifting can cause hernia's).
First off I had a hernia for quite some time and finally decided to get it fixed. It was an inguinal hernia and the surgery was done a week ago using normal methods, as opposed to laproscopic. It was not repaired with mesh but with a very thin steel thread (can't remember what it's called).
This has been my first surgery and first reason to even go to a hospital so I have NO clue what to expect. Now that a week have passed, swelling is almost gone, minus the hardening of the fat, and bruising is going away.
But my problem is just yesterday from when I woke up I started experiencing this VERY sharp concentrated pain near the top of the incision. It's not the same pain or soreness that I experienced after the surgery and it's not the same when I was recovering and, say, by accident I would sit down too fast a feel a bit of a tear. This pain was bareable yesterday, but today on my way to school I almost couldn't stand it, infact I left and went home half way through. The pain only happens when there is movement in that area, for example sitting down and getting up and of course touching it hurts. The only way I know how to describe it is like getting pricked with a needle, but obviously a lot worse, a great deal worse actually.
I am going back for a checkup in a couple days but I thought I'd check to see if it's anything I should be worried about and any chance of what it might be. Again I have never had surgery so I have no clue if this is common.
Thank you!
First off I want to say, sorry if this is in the wrong forum, but I couldn't find the proper place to post it. So I figured I post it here (because weight lifting can cause hernia's).
First off I had a hernia for quite some time and finally decided to get it fixed. It was an inguinal hernia and the surgery was done a week ago using normal methods, as opposed to laproscopic. It was not repaired with mesh but with a very thin steel thread (can't remember what it's called).
This has been my first surgery and first reason to even go to a hospital so I have NO clue what to expect. Now that a week have passed, swelling is almost gone, minus the hardening of the fat, and bruising is going away.
But my problem is just yesterday from when I woke up I started experiencing this VERY sharp concentrated pain near the top of the incision. It's not the same pain or soreness that I experienced after the surgery and it's not the same when I was recovering and, say, by accident I would sit down too fast a feel a bit of a tear. This pain was bareable yesterday, but today on my way to school I almost couldn't stand it, infact I left and went home half way through. The pain only happens when there is movement in that area, for example sitting down and getting up and of course touching it hurts. The only way I know how to describe it is like getting pricked with a needle, but obviously a lot worse, a great deal worse actually.
I am going back for a checkup in a couple days but I thought I'd check to see if it's anything I should be worried about and any chance of what it might be. Again I have never had surgery so I have no clue if this is common.
Thank you!
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MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
I would discuss this with your surgeon. Things to worry about, as with any surgery, is infection and bleeding. There are other complication that can be considered - including the fact that there are problems with healing at the surgical site.
In any case, this cannot be diagnosed over the internet. I would suggest calling your surgeon's office for further direction.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
http://www.straightfromthedoc.com
In any case, this cannot be diagnosed over the internet. I would suggest calling your surgeon's office for further direction.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
http://www.straightfromthedoc.com
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