Surgery and plastic How long does the pain last after umbilical hernia surgery?
After surgery to repair your hernia, you are likely to have pain for a few days. You may also feel like you have influenza (flu), and you may have a low fever and feel tired and sick to your stomach. This is common. You should feel better after a few days and will probably feel much better in 7 days.
What can you not do after umbilical hernia surgery?
Avoid heavy lifting (20 pounds or more) and strenuous exercise for 6 weeks. Avoid driving as long as you have pain and are taking narcotic pain medication. You may resume work as tolerated unless instructed otherwise or if your work involves heavy lifting.
Will my belly button go back to normal after hernia surgery?
Repairing the umbilical hernia
After the operation, the bulge will disappear and the belly button should look normal. Read more about how an umbilical hernia repair is performed. When recovering from an umbilical hernia repair, your child should be able to go home the same day but may feel a bit sore and uncomfortable.
Why is my stomach bigger after hernia surgery?
It is possible that the repair is still intact and bulging of the mesh causes swelling. Bulging can be the result of an insufficient surgical technique. The problem is more frequently seen after repair of large defects, especially when mesh are used to bridge the defects, and more frequent after laparoscopic repair,,.
Why does my side hurt after hernia surgery?
Causes of Pain
Injury to skin, muscles and nerves during the operation are common causes of postoperative abdominal pain after hernia mesh surgery. The length and extent of the surgery may make the pain more intense.
What is the fastest way to recover from hernia surgery?
Recovery from hernia surgery is all about supporting the natural healing process. Staying well-rested and stress-free can speed along the healing process as quickly as anything. To make sure you don’t get in the way, do your best to avoid sneezing and coughing for a few days.
Can I push to poop after hernia surgery?
Other Issues. The first bowel movement may occur anywhere from 1 – 10 days after surgery. As long as you are not nauseated or having abdominal pain, this variation is acceptable. Constipation can occur after this operation, and taking milk of magnesia (two tablespoons; twice a day) can prevent this issue.
What should I wear after umbilical hernia surgery?
Following their abdominal procedure, most patients find it beneficial to wear a compression garment, which is a soft, surgical girdle-like garment that fits over your abdomen and compresses it, minimizing swelling and encouraging proper healing.
Can you walk after umbilical hernia surgery?
There are no medical or physical restrictions on activity after surgery. That means it is OK to walk, climb stairs, lift, have sexual intercourse, mow the lawn, or exercise as long as it doesn’t hurt. In fact, returning to normal activity as soon as possible will most likely enhance your recovery.
How do I know if I damaged my umbilical hernia repair?
Failed hernia repair
Pain, redness, or swelling at the site of the incision, which could be signs of an infection. Other times it can be a sign that tissue has eroded, or broken down, around the muscle tissues at the former hernia site, causing the hernia to reopen.
How bad is pain after umbilical hernia surgery?
An umbilical hernia surgery is not painful because the procedure is performed under anesthesia. During recovery there might be pain, which can be managed with painkillers.
Do and don’ts after hernia surgery?
Activity. There are no medical or physical restrictions on activity after surgery. That means it is OK to walk, climb stairs, lift, have sexual intercourse, mow the lawn, or exercise as long as it doesn’t hurt. In fact, returning to normal activity as soon as possible will most likely enhance your recovery.
How long will my stomach be swollen after hernia surgery?
Since normal swelling after hernia surgery is part of the healing process, the body can take three to six months to get rid of the swelling. In patients with very large inguinal hernia that extend down to the scrotum, sometimes the swelling may be there for longer than six months.
How can I strengthen my stomach after hernia surgery?
Pelvic tilts: Lie on your back with your knees bent (feet on the bed) and hands under the lower back. Tighten your abdominal muscles and tilt your bottom forwards to flatten your spine down on your hands. Hold for a few seconds and return to the starting position.