Tips To Prepare BEFORE And AFTER Hernia Surgery

Did your doctor recommend a hernia surgery? Are you confused about how to prepare yourself for the same? May be the pre and post surgical measures bothering you too? Here we present a detailed guide to make you prepared for your procedure. Know everything about it to get going all the way.

If you are going to get surgically treated for hernia soon, chances are high of anticipation. The mere thought of getting mesh implanted within your body might leave you panic-stricken. Hernia operation is generally performed on an outpatient basis, and it doesn’t involve getting admitted and staying overnight.

Though the surgery isn’t a big one, yet you are suggested to take some precautions and post surgery measures to be safe and away from complications.

Preparation before Hernia Surgery:

Hernia surgery is done on an outpatient basis, and you will be discharged on the same day.

Preoperative measures include blood tests, medical evaluation, X-rays (chest), and an EKG as per the age and medical condition of the patient.

A written consent is required after all the potential risks and benefits of the operation are explained.

You are not allowed to eat or drink anything (except medications, as suggested) after the previous midnight.

You will be asked to stop taking medicines like aspirin, blood thinners, anti-inflammatory medications (arthritis medications) and Vitamin E for several days to a week prior to surgery.

Arrange for help and escorts without fail. You will not be operated if you don’t bring along an escort to drive you home after surgery.

Quit smoking and don’t come for operation if you are drunk or have a hangover.

Post Surgery Measures:
Medication	You will be prescribed medicines for pain relief – depending on the level of your discomfort. There will be medicines to treat constipation issues, sedatives and others as prescribed by the practitioner.
Incision Care	Any bandage, if at all, would be removed in 24 hours followed by a shower and a gentle pat to dry the incision. You won’t be allowed any tub baths or swimming for at least two weeks. There might be a dressing on the area which needs to be washed and re-dressed regularly.
Swelling	Swelling, bruises and sore are common for the area around your incision. To reduce the same, an ice pack might be handy. Use it for 15-20 minutes at a time for 4-5 times a day.
Diet	During the first 24 hours of surgery, you will not feel hungry. Post that, you would be on liquid diet till your appetite goes up.
Activities	There is no restriction on daily activities including climbing the stairs. In fact, you would be encouraged to walk as per your body permits. However, you are strictly restricted to lift, pull or push more than 5 pounds for the next 2 weeks. You are also recommended not to practice any heavy exercises for 6 weeks after the surgery.
Bowel	It might get 1-10 days after surgery to get back your normal bowel movement. Only if you start nauseating or face abdominal pain, this gap is normal. In case of constipation, laxatives might help.
Driving	You can drive once you no longer need narcotic (prescription) pain medications post hernia operation.

Despite these precautions, complications do occur in many cases. Several patients have complained of acute incisional pain, bleeding, fever, vomiting or nausea, chest pain or shortness of breath. If these complications persist, you need to see a doctor, and at the same time should seek for legal help.

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