hubby had hernia repair on thursday....today is swollen......prolly cuz he isn't relaxing like he is suppose to; any thoughts on what could happen?
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i have one and the dr told me that when i get surgery to have alot of fiber but if its swollen it cold be cuz of the surgery and thats only normal and he needs to relax for a few days so his body can take time to heal tell him to relax and eat alot of fiber and he should be ok but if you have any concerns you should call the dr \ngood luck
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not really but i would get a second opinion because this doesnt sound right!! theres something wrong wit this picture!!.   \n       are you going thru surgery now?\n i hope not . i would get a second opionion like yesterday!!!!
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Are you a diabetic? They tend to heal slow. No if you have no other problems, like CA or Diabetis, or immune problems, that should have healed. I had ABD surgery, with stitches, and even under severe stress(I just got a separation from my now Ex Husband), I was healed and the stichess came out 10 days later. I had no opening, and I even gooved up because I painted my new pad within 7 days of surgery.\nIf I were you I would pin my doctor down as to why you have an opening at all after all this time. Let me know what he said, I used to work for Dr's.
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I believe you are correct when you said it may be a hernia.\nIt seems like a fairly small hernia so the pain is not there...yet.\nIt gets larger and smaller due to your "insides" coming out...it certainly sounds like a hernia to me....I had one many years ago, a much larger one that involved pain.\n\nIf I was you I would see a doctor...repairing a hernia(especially a small one) is not that big of a deal...Good Luck.
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I can assure you that this was one of the first things he discussed with his doctor. Have you told him about your worries? Talk to his (or your) doctor about it if he's sensitive but I'm sure you have absolutely nothing to worry about. The only way it could would be if he still had a serious spinal injury, and then he'd still be in the hospital. This video should help allay your worries... and no, it's not a dirty movie boys, it's a documentary article.
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PLEANTY OF REST. tell friend to lay on side with pillow between knees, bend knees slighty toward chest change sides every hour or so, do not lay flat on back, use heat fo 20 min at a time, if friend has pain in specific area, lower back see a doctor if pain does not decrease with in a couple of days, if not allergic, try ibprofen, betting its probably a stressed muscle, if pain keeps reaccuring see doctor, i have personally had 2 back surgery, back pain is HORRIBLE. other than that i would have to know exactly how ur friend hurt her back to suggest specifics.
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I have seen my bf after he's kicked in the balls:(saw it happen too) The sack swells up twice its size and beet red, very, very painful. Needed ice to reduce swelling and he was in pain for several days. So it's your choice.
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my experience may be a little different, but i had an abdominal hysterectomy...(cut from hip to hip). i carried my little pillow around with me EVERYWHERE i went, didn't over-do it..i had help getting up AND sitting down. my stomach muscles healed quite fast to my suprise, my doc said it was do to me taking it easy for the first 4 weeks after surgery...don't leave home with-out your pillow (if you don't have one, or know what i'm talking about; it's a little pillow you hold on your stomach to walk, get up, etc..,don't have one?? just use a little (soft) couch pillow, hopes this helps and hope you feel better soon!! =)
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Your surgeon knows best.  I suggest that you follow your discharge plan of care, to maximize healing.  Stay on a low salt diet to prevent edema (swelling). Do the physical therapy outlined on the physicans discharge sheet (when allowed).  Keep the follow up appointments. Communicate questions and concerns to the staff at the surgeons office phone number.  I wish you a speedy recovery. Murphy
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This is a good question for your doctor and anesthesiologist.\nThere are several ways they can try to safeguard you and they will know what your options and risks are.\nI just sat through these appt's today with my father and this was an(heart attack} issue.Different operation, but there is a lot they have to offer. Just talk to them and make your choices from a professional opinion that has your current health history. Check it out, there is no good reason to sit with a hernia if you can be helped.
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It hurts. But it will be red and swollen. Get it at least a week before your plans, otherwise it will be big and red. Ice didn't help mine, but a bubble bath helped it alot.
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Its ounds like a muscle spasm.\n\nBut there is a chance that it could be a hernia or Lymphnode swelling.\n\nSuggestion is to see your Physician.\nhe will advice how to go about it.
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That sounds a bit alarming , perhaps a circulatory problem in that area? I would get it checked out soon by a doctor . Also if he has been wearing new jeans that are a bit too tight or another new article of clothing that may reduce blood flow in that area may be a consideration , discuss this with him also .
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Are you still having swelling issues?  WHat did the doc say?   Seems like you should be done with the catheter.  Are you on Rxs still?   Call your doctor!!!
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t you are feeling is due to the surgery. when lap surgery is done, not only is the skin cut but a membrane on the inside is also cut. this membrane is not stitched so the incision does not close easily. sometimes it takes as much as 2 years for this to heal. sometimes there will be a knot form at the incision, this is a gut pushing through the hole of the membrane. you can gently push this back with your fingers. you will feel this problem more when you bend over. be patient and it will heal eventually.\n\nmy wife has gone through the same surgery, May 2004, and she is still having the same problems that you are having. just so you know the doctors will tell you that every thing is fine. feel free to contact me about any information that I might be able to help you with. I am an herbalist and I might be able to find something in the herbs that can help you. contact: widowmaker54@yahoo.com\ngood luck and best wishes to you.
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I haven't pulled the muscles in my hamstrings yet, but I once pulled every muscle in my right arm. I took ibuprofen for the swelling (I was told by my dr. to take 800mg and drink alot of water every 6-8 hrs., but please note I am NOT a doctor), and rotated hot and cold compresses. I tried to wait it out, but ended up going to the emergency room. They put my arm in a sling, and gave me muscle relaxers to help with the pain, as well as anti-inflammatory medication. I was told to move it a bit, so the muscles didn't stiffen up, but also to really limit how much I used it. That's not something you can do with your legs unless you have a wheelchair handy, so I'm sorry, but you may have to bite the bullet and see a doctor. UNLESS, you know one and he will call in something for you (a prescription).  If you have access to a hot tub or sauna, you may try that, or just taking a very warm bath. Hope you feel better!
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Have her see a doc. people can guess on here and they may even be correct but she will still need treatment. it could be a hernia or a few other things, all need medical opinion and care.