I have a hernia what kind of surgeon do i go to?
338580
of course it depends on what tipe of hernia do you "possess". in most cases, a general surgeon can solve the problem, quite easely. a difragmatic hernia can be solved even from a thoracic surgeon. some types (in the brain) can be solved only by neurosurgeons. so, what type of hernia do you have?
419766
Depending on the type of hernia repair.  Also if it's bilateral or not you will take longer to recover.  Also depends if you actual rest and put a hold on lifting heavy objects for a while.  Hernia operations are common and yes guys tend to take a little longer to heal but only a few week in total generally back at work or school in a few days to a week and not lifting heavy objects for a good few weeks after your sutures are removed.
541851
the link below (*warning* *graphic images*) will show you just how long some people can delay getting medical care. \n\nit depends on what type of hernia you have (direct or indirect inguinal, umbilical, femoral, etc.) but there are repair operations for every type in which they repair the abdominal wall.
272247
Please don't tell me you're in the O.R. and you need a tip to perform major surgery!  It must be an HMO.\n\nGood luck finding a clue.
1137896
try to get your operation in a governament hospital.\nit is free there.
572454
I had to have one done and my family Dr told me who to go to. Actually my Dr's office not only told me who I should go to but made the appointment for me. So ask your Dr.
616948
I think that you're only real option right now is to go see a doctor. They're trained and you may be scared of surgery but it's either going to the doctor and hearing what they have to say or having to live with that pain untill you get up the guts to go to the doctors. No matter what you're going to see a doctor about it sooner or later so get it over with and put the injury behind you.
972725
the doctor will check your groin area and have you cough so he can feel if you have a hernia. If you have a hernia and you cough the stomach wall will poke out and that's how he can tell. If you are young and active it has to be fixed, but if older and not active you could very well let it be, depending and the stage that it's in.  the procedure is very easily done as in and out day surgery.
210749
Try the phone book. Look under "doctors".
1178432
Generally hernia repair is very safe surgery, but-as with any surgery-the risk of complications increases if the patient smokes, is obese, is very young or very old, uses alcohol heavily, or uses illicit drugs.\n\nAs with any surgery, there exists the possibility of excessive bleeding and infection after the surgery. In inguinal and femoral hernia repair, a slight risk of damage to the testicles or their blood supply exists for male patients. Accidental damage may be caused to the intestinal tract, but generally complications are few.\n\nThe outcome of surgery depends on the age and health of the patient and on the type of hernia. Although most hernias can be repaired without complications, hernias recur in 10-20% of people who have had hernia surgery.
925653
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.
1159956
I'd suggest a plastic surgeon....
1152284
General and Laparoscopy Surgery (including hernia)is very cheap in India.There is one company that is very famous in India that arranges all types of surgery for foreigners in India.They are called the Forerunners Healthcare.I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories.I have also read that they arrange financing for american and canadian patients as all types of surgery is not covered by insurance.They also have photos pasted of their International patients.You can checkout their website.The cost savings are incredible.As a doctor i personally believe that your reversal surgery can be easily handled in India as the quality of healthcare available here is simply best in the world.The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.hope this helps.\nhttp://www.forerunnershealthcare.com
158098
freind there r different types of hernias which one u talking abt it ranges frm kids hernia to adults.and mostly all hernias need surgical treatment.but if the hernia is not much severe then u can control it by taking proper excercises,not lifting too much weight.but if its severe or started paining its better to consult ur doct.
1175804
congrats! on your weight loss.....  the surgery you are asking about is called a paniculectomy...  since i don't know where you are located , i will give you some general advice.... i would start by asking your primary care physician for a referral, or the surgeon who has performed  your gastric bypass surgery or gastric banding, if you had one of those procedures, as these physicians would likely have other patients needing the same type of surgery and would have local references available...... otherwise, start by contacting the larger hospitals in your area... teaching hospitals are fine.... they are usually more advanced and have more comprehensive  services than smaller community type facilities..... most hospitals have referral services to their on-staff physicians.  referrals from people who are familiar with a surgeon's work (like your primary doctor) are usually most reliable......i would also investigate the doctor by checking with the state licensing bureau to make certain there are no pending malpractice charges, etc.  against him....there are also many sites on the web (for each state) which list doctors' credentials, education, post graduate training, national board certifications, etc..... there is a fee for most of these services..... this is serious surgery and i would make certain to ask how many such procedures the doctor has performed and what the outcomes were... ask to see photos of his work, if possible... (before and after shots...... faces blocked out for privacy,of course....)....ask about infection rates and find out what other complications he has encountered with his patients... find out how "available" he is if you should develop problems....and last but not least, an item which many people overlook....before you have the surgery, find and request a good anesthesiologist at the hospital of your choosing.... if you don't wake up after your procedure, nothing else matters!   good luck and best wishes!
351719
Check with your state's medical license board. If the surgeon has any complaints, or malpractice suits, they should tell you. If not check with state and local court dockets, that's how I found mine. Good Luck
1069692
Maybe it's just a hernia dude... \n\nMy best advice is to go to a doctor...