Presenting Complaint & Patient Medical History

The patient, Mr. Nikhil, who came from Canada, had been having pain in his left groin area for two months. Moving around, standing for long amounts of time, and doing normal things made the pain worse. He had never been hurt or had any abdominal surgery done before.

Medical Diagnosis & Evaluation 

• Clinical Examination: Indicative of a left inguinal hernia

• USG inguino scrotal region : Confirmed presence of a left inguinal hernia

• Medical History: No co-morbidities present 

• Fitness for Surgery: Thoroughly assessed; patient is fit for laparoscopic intervention

Dr. Mir Asif and his team suggested a minimally invasive method for fixing the abdominal hernia because the patient was in good health to begin with and had a clear diagnosis. 

Treatment Performed

Procedure:

Mr. Nikhil underwent a Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Surgery with 3D mesh, a minimally invasive technique that repairs the hernia through very small keyhole incisions.

Surgical Technique:

The surgery was performed using the TAPP laparoscopic approach. These methods allow the surgeon to repair the hernia from inside the abdominal wall with the help of a camera and fine instruments, ensuring precision and faster healing.

Anaesthesia:

The procedure was done under general anaesthesia, so the patient was completely comfortable and asleep throughout the surgery.

Surgery Duration:

The entire operation took around 45 to 60 minutes, making it a quick and efficient procedure with minimal downtime.

Key Advantages of This Surgery Technique Chosen by Dr. Mir for the Patient:

• Minimal incision, faster recovery
• Less pain post-surgery
• Better cosmetic outcome, less chances of infection and bleeding
• Early ambulation and return to routine activities

Dr. Mir Asif Rehman performed the surgery using advanced laparoscopic instruments and mesh placement to strengthen the abdominal wall, ensuring long-term durability.

Postoperative Recovery

• Patient recovered smoothly in the postoperative period
• Walked within a few hours after surgery
• Discharged in stable condition with minimal pain on the very next day of procedure
• Follow-up at one week showed excellent healing and no complications

One Week Post Surgery – Successful Results

One week after surgery, Mr. Nikhil made a full recovery suitable for air travel. He has now safely returned to Canada with his wife, pain-free and satisfied with the outcome.

Patient Experience (In Mr. Nikhil’s Words)

“My experience with Dr. Mir Asif Rehman and his team has been exceptional. From the very beginning, I received clear and transparent counselling that helped me understand my condition and the treatment plan. As an international patient travelling from Canada, I truly appreciated the smooth coordination and support throughout my journey. The care I received before and after the surgery was excellent. Thanks to the successful laparoscopic procedure and the fast recovery, I was able to travel back to Canada within a week. I am extremely satisfied and grateful for the treatment I received.”

Conclusion

This case demonstrates the effectiveness of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair under the expertise of Dr. Mir Asif Rehman, enabling patients—even international travellers—to receive world-class surgical treatment with fast and safe recovery.

It all depending on ;

1.The type of hernia you are suffering from ,

2)The surgical technique employed, and

3) The personal characteristics of an individual , including general health, co morbidities and fitness,

Recovery following hernia surgery can vary from person to person.

Here are some broad suggestions for what to anticipate throughout the recuperation process,

Dr. Mir Asif say:

1. Immediate Postoperative

Period when you are still in the hospital I.e. first 12 to 24 hours post surgery :

The majority of hernia surgeries are done as outpatient procedures, allowing you to leave the hospital the same day or at max the next day of the procedure . 

However, some surgeries may call for a brief hospital stay extended from 24 to 48 hours .

• At the surgical site, you can feel some pain, discomfort, and swelling .

• Your health will be closely monitored by our nursing staff for any potential problems like bleeding or infection.

2. Pain Management:

• Following a hernia operation, pain and discomfort are frequent. To manage this, Dr. Mir Asif will recommend painkillers.

• Ibuprofen and other over-the-counter painkillers may also be advised, as the patient is still in hospital intravenous analgesic can be given to mitigate pain and discomfort if required.

3. Diet:

• Following a soft or liquid diet for immediately post procedure and normal high protein diet following first 24 hours after surgery may be recommended ,

Constipation should be avoided as it can put strain on the surgical site.

B) First 5-7 days post surgery        

Diet : keep yourself hydrated and maintain a high protein normal diet

Try and avoid constipation by supplementing food with enough fibre

4. Activity and Rest:

Avoid heavy lifting, vigorous activities, and driving until your surgeon gives you the all-clear, which is normally a few weeks after surgery. It’s crucial to rest and take it easy throughout the early healing period.

5. Wound Care:

   Keep the area around the surgical incision tidy and dry. Dr Mir, gives you Specific instructions on how to care for your wound, including when and how to change dressings.

6. Follow-up Appointments:

• You must appear for follow-up consultations with Dr. Mir after the operation in order for him to check on your recovery and remove any staples or stitches.

7. Return to Work and Normal Activities:

• Returning to work and routine activities can take a variety of times. Depending on the hernia type and surgical technique, it could take a few days to several weeks.

8. Long-Term Recovery(7 days to 6 weeks):

• Despite the fact that the majority of hernia surgery patients fully recover without any issues, it’s crucial to pay attention to your body and adhere to Doctor’s advice at all times.

Additionally, stay away from activities that can overwork your stomach muscles and cause a recurrence.

9. Complications:

Complications can happen even though they are uncommon. If you suffer intense pain, fever, redness, swelling, or discharge from the incision site, call us at +91 8882521281 right away, as these symptoms could indicate an infection or other complications.

Keep in mind that every person’s experience with recovery is different, and it’s essential to adhere to your surgeon’s exact instructions for a secure and effective recovery following hernia surgery. During your recovery, do not be afraid to contact our Mirascare Center if you have any worries or inquiries.

1. Hernia Formation: When an organ or portion of tissue pushes through a tear or opening in the connective or musculoskeletal tissue surrounding it, a hernia forms. In the case of an abdominal hernia, such as an inguinal hernia or a femoral hernia, a section of the intestine may push through the frail abdominal wall.

2. Entrapment: The intestine may get stuck inside the hernia sac once it pokes its way through the abdominal wall. The intestine becomes trapped when the opening it went through shrinks or constricts, preventing it from returning to its normal location in the abdominal cavity.

3. Constriction: The trapped intestinal segment may become severely compressed inside the hernia sac. The size of the hernia opening, the tension in the tissues around it, or motions that increase pressure inside the abdominal cavity are only a few causes of this restriction.

4. Reduced Blood Flow: The constriction may narrow the blood arteries supplying the confined section of intestine with blood. As a result, the blood supply to that region is hampered, which causes ischemia (a lack of oxygen and nutrients).

5. Intestinal Obstruction: If the blood flow to the affected area of the intestine is disrupted, the tissue may begin to bulge or even die. The intestinal lumen may become partially or completely blocked as a result of intestinal swelling. Due to this obstruction, food, liquids, and gas cannot flow through the gut, resulting in symptoms including severe stomach discomfort, bloating, vomiting, and constipation.

An intestinal obstruction caused by a hernia that has not been treated may develop into the more deadly condition of strangling. Strangulation happens when the confined intestine’s blood supply is totally cut off, resulting in tissue death and potentially fatal complications. Therefore, it’s imperative to get medical help right once if you think you have an intestinal obstruction due to a hernia.

Now, Understand : What is intestinal obstruction?

A condition known as intestinal obstruction occurs when there is a partial or total blockage that hinders the normal movement of food, liquids, and gas through the intestines. It can happen in the large intestine (colonic obstruction) or the small intestine (small bowel obstruction). Intestinal blockage might be a medical emergency that needs to be treated right away.

Symptoms of intestinal obstruction can vary depending on the location and severity of the blockage. Common symptoms may include:

• Abdominal pain or cramping: The pain may be intermittent or constant and can be severe.
• Distention and bloating: The abdomen may become swollen and visibly distended.
• Nausea and vomiting: Due to the blockage, the stomach may become full, leading to feelings of nausea and eventual vomiting.
• Inability to pass gas or have a bowel movement: The blockage prevents the normal passage of gas and stool.
• Lack of appetite and weight loss: Reduced appetite and unintentional weight loss may occur due to the obstruction and associated symptoms.

If intestinal obstruction is not treated, it can result in consequences like dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, infection, tissue death (necrosis), and intestine perforation. These issues could endanger your life.

The underlying cause and the degree of the obstruction will determine the course of treatment. It could entail non-surgical procedures such bowel rest, medication, or decompression by nasogastric tube insertion. Surgical surgery may be required to remove the blockage or repair the damaged portion of the intestine in more severe cases or if problems develop.

Need immediate medical attention for a hernia condition?

For top-notch treatment and the greatest after-care assistance, consult Dr. Mir Asif Rehman, MD, DNB, general surgery, general surgeon, laparoscopic surgeon, and proctologist at Mirascare Multispeciality Clinic.

Only surgery can repair a hernia. Hernia treatment usually involves minimally invasive surgical procedures for a quicker recovery.

Hernias are often caused by an increase in pressure within the abdomen or groin, which pushes the intestines through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. The most common types of hernia are inguinal (groin) and umbilical (belly button).

Patients with hernia disease often experience pain, swelling, or discomfort in their lower abdomen or groin. A doctor can diagnose a hernia through a physical examination and imaging studies. Treatment for hernias depends on the type of hernia and how severe it is.

Surgery is always NECESSARY to prevent devastating complications which can even lead to death.

The most common signs of hernia are:

• Pain in the abdomen
• Swelling.
• A lump like feeling in the abdomen
• Pain while moving around or coughing
• The most common symptom is pain, often following exertion. A bulge in the groin or abdominal area may also be visible.

What causes hernias?

Hernias can occur due to various reasons such as congenital, pregnancy, smoking, pollution, constipation, and lifting heavy objects.

A hernia is protrusion of an organ or other internal body part through the muscle or membrane that normally contains it. They generally occur when an organ in the abdominal area pushes through a weak spot in the muscle wall. These weak spots can be caused by conditions such as pregnancy, obesity etc.

RISK FACTORES

Risk factors for developing hernias include

1)obesity,

smoking,

previous operation to close open wounds,

and major surgery on abdominal organs.

How to treat a groin hernia?

A groin hernia is a condition that occurs when the intestines push through the muscle around the pubic bone.

The most common types of groin hernia are inguinal and incisional.

Inguinal hernias occur when part of the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall.

Incisional hernias happen when a surgical incision from an operation doesn’t heal properly, and some intestine pokes out.

A groin hernia is usually treated with surgery. The surgical procedure to treat a groin hernia is called Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery. This surgery can be performed either open or laparoscopically, depending on how big the opening in the pelvic floor.

Is usage of mesh safe in hernia treatment?

The use of meshes for surgical repair has been debated since their introduction to clinical practice in 1988

Mesh, or surgical mesh, is a type of material used in surgery to help repair organs that have been torn or damaged. It has been used for hernia repair for decades now. The use of surgical mesh has grown in recent years because it is easy to use and effective for the patients.

Mesh is a surgical fabric that is used to repair hernias. It is made from plastics, nylon and polypropylene fibres. This fabric is very important because it helps the tissues to stay together after a hernia surgery.

In some cases, mesh can be made from absorbable materials which will dissolve over time inside the body, but their use is gradually going out of use   

Benefits of Mesh

There are many benefits associated with hernia mesh such as:

• minimal recurrence,
• Easy to use,
• Meshes are generally inert and generally they lead to fewer post-surgery complications.

However, there are also some complications that may come with it such as:

•  adhesions (scar tissue formation)
• and infections.

There are some cases where the surgical mesh can lead to serious side effects, such as nerve damage leading to difficulty in moving and infection but these complications are rare but still possible post-surgery.

The FDA approved manufacturing techniques for surgical meshes use polypropylene which is safe but the latest innovations include polyester which is much stronger and more flexible.

It is a surgical emergency. It requires urgent surgical intervention and patients tend to do less well after emergency surgery than they do following planned hernia procedures.

“Mortality risk following elective hernia repair is low, even at an advanced age.
An emergency operation for strangulated hernia carries a substantial mortality risk.”

According to Swedish Research,

In case of an Emergency operation the Risk of Mortality is 7 times higher, while if bowel resection was undertaken, the risk of mortality increased by 20 times.

Evidence shows it is prudent to prevent strangulation and avoid emergency surgery at all cost.

It is absolutely necessary to get hernia treated as soon as possible before this dreaded complication sets in.

What is a strangulated hernia?

Abdominal wall hernias occur because of weakness in the abdominal wall, allowing intestine and other organs (small bowel, large bowel, omentum etc.) to come out through the opening.

Which in turn stops the blood vessels inside the intestine which result in the death of tissues quite rapidly and release of toxins in the blood stream leading to quick deterioration of overall health and can also lead to death.

What warning symptoms will I get?

The warning comes very suddenly, from nothing at all. The first thing to happen is usually acute pain.

That pain rapidly become severe and nothing relieves it. It is common for this onset to be measured in minutes and emergency surgical intervention is required.

Most commonly strangulation occurs in smaller hernias as the large hernias tend to slide in and out easily, and so are at less risk of being shut by the tough structures surrounding the hernia

What should alert you?

Hernia when associated with

• Sharp or Severe pain
• Vomiting
• Blood in Excrement
• Constipation
• Malaise with or without a fever
• A burning or hot sensation around the hernia

How is Strangulated Hernia treated?

A strangulated hernia repair is a Surgical emergency.  

The surgeon’s priority is to save the life, save the organ entrapped and repair the hernia in that order.

‘The entrapped organ is put back where it belongs in the abdominal cavity after it is freed from the tough surrounding structures constituting hernia, which must be done before the tissue is permanently damaged.

Once the entrapped tissues are put back safely where they belong, the proper approach would be to repair the hernia immediately so as to prevent it happening again. Sadly, being an emergency, it is commonly the case that the surgeon would stop just at reliving the obstruction as a prolonged surgical repair of hernia would further endanger the life of the patient. Having ‘reduced’ the hernia the patient is discharged from the hospital in the hope that hernia is repaired at a later stage in a more controlled setting and before it strangulates again.

This is as bad a situation as it sounds.

How can you avoid strangulation of hernia?

Only by getting hernia treated  before it gets that bad.

Strangulation can happen at any time. You do not want strangulation to happen when away on holiday or at any time away from high-quality surgical help.

What should you do if you suspect hernia has strangulated?

If you are experiencing sharp pain, pain which is not getting relieved by oral pain medication, you need to visit or consult a hernia specialist as soon as possible. You need to avoid strangulating of hernia at all costs, that can only be achieved by treating hernia as soon as you are diagnosed with this condition.

Reference :

As General surgeons, are trained in broad range of subjects, they are knowledgeable and skilled in performing surgery for many different types of conditions.

Q. What types of surgeries does a general surgeon do?

A general surgeon can perform a wide range of surgical procedures from small surgery (like abscess drainage, sebaceous cyst excision, lipoma removal etc.) to larger cases like Open/ Laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, Open/Laparoscopic complex hernia surgery, Laparoscopic bariatric surgery etc. Also performed all types of proctology related conditions like piles/hemorrhoids, fistula, fissure surgery, pilonidal sinus treatment and others.

A surgeon performs surgery for digestive tract (oesophagus, upper, lower gastrointestinal organs and other related organs), abdomen and its contents, appendicitis, hernia, gallbladder, breast, skin, and soft tissue and endocrine system.

Q. Can a general surgeon perform surgery for cancer treatment?

A surgeon who has completed his training in general surgery and, then specialized in oncology can perform surgery for cancer treatment.

Q. How is a general surgeon different from a specialist surgeon?

A specialist surgeon is highly skilled in performing surgical procedure for various parts of the body. They are also trained in pre, during and post-operative surgical critical care and injury due to accidents. However, a specialist surgeon, after having training in general surgery, gets additional training in a particular speciality related to a specific system of the body. e.g. Plastic surgery, Neurosurgery etc.

Q. Can a general surgeon perform dental surgery too?

No, a general surgeon does not perform dental surgery. These are performed by a dental doctor, also known as an oral or maxillofacial surgeon.

Q. Can a general surgeon perform surgeries on children?

Expert surgeon usually does not perform surgeries on children (except for abscess drainage, circumcision, appendicitis etc.), but a paediatric surgeon specialized in performing operations on infants, children and adolescent children.

Q. Does a general surgeon give anesthesia during the surgery?

An anesthesiologist is a specialist doctor trained to give anaesthesia. The anesthesiologist works in association with a general surgeon.

Q. How long does a person train to become a general surgeon?

A medical graduate also called as a general physician which is for 5 years which includes 1 year of internship following which a doctor has to qualify post graduate entrance examination and gain access to a surgical residency program which is for 3 years followed by 3 years of senior residency. In total it takes 11 years of rigorous training to become a general surgeon.

At Mirascare, our specialist general and laparoscopic surgeon offers world class treatment for hernia, gallbladder, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, hemmoroids, anal fistula, pilonidal sinus, Laparoscopic bariatric surgery and many others.

If you have any questions in your mind or have any concerns relating to above conditions, book an appointment in Gurugram, Delhi NCR, India, You can book an appointment online or connect by phone with us at +91 8882 521 281

Hernias will not go away by themselves there is no medical, herbal or alternative remedy available for hernia. Surgery is the only way to repair your hernia condition. A hernia repair returns the organ or structure to its proper place and fixes the weakened area of muscle or tissue with the help of a mesh.

Getting a surgery done is a big decision for any individual who is suffering from this condition. It usually is tempting to put it off. Before you decide not to get the surgery done, you must understand the risks and benefits of your decision. Here are some important things to consider and discuss with your hernia specialist while making the decision.

How is the Hernia affecting your life?

The first thing to observe is whether or not you are experiencing any symptoms. Not everyone feels symptoms with a hernia, especially if you have small defect/defects. The most common symptom to occur with hernia is pain. Other symptoms can be feeling of heaviness, lump and fullness in the belly or groin area. Whether you are facing any symptoms or not, a hernia can affects your daily activities and the office work.

Delaying surgery may cause long time away from your work and fun, which you could be doing otherwise.

If you have any above-mentioned symptoms, especially pain, your doctor is likely to recommend surgery.

What if you don’t have any symptoms or they are minimal?

If you don’t have symptoms or symptoms are minimal even then surgery is recommended as complication arising from hernia can be dangerous and sometimes life threatening.

What are the Risks of Waiting and not getting the surgery done sooner?

Hernias can become incarcerated: 

One of the possible serious risk of not fixing a hernia is that it can become trapped outside the abdominal wall—or get incarcerated.

Strangulation:

After hernia gets trapped outside the abdomen wall this can cut off the blood supply to the hernia and obstruct the bowel, resulting in a strangulation. This requires urgent surgical repair.

Avoiding an emergency situation is the main reason not to delay hernia surgery.

Hernias grow. 

The most common scenario is that your hernia will continue to grow and weaken the surrounding tissues as the time passesby and this condition is very likely to increase your hernia symptoms, including pain, and may cause lifestyle changes. Smaller hernias are easier to repair than larger hernias.

We at Mirascare, along with our doctor’s would recommend upfront surgery instead of delaying, which can potentially prevent your symptoms from getting worse and avoids serious life threating complication. It can also help you avoid losing work or missing daily activities.

Hernias require surgery in time:

Even if you aren’t having symptoms, you may still want to consider having surgery sooner rather than later.

Hernia Surgery is rather unavoidable in most of the cases. Research shows that most people with hernia conditions have surgery within 10 years. Always Keep in mind that delaying surgery until your hernia is larger and the muscles are weaker may make surgery and recovery more difficult and reoccurrence more likely.

Your overall health may change. 

Your age is the most important factor while determine whether waiting is a risk for you. Your overall health or physical shape may change over years and usually not for good. This will also affect your surgery and post recovery time.

Having surgery at a younger age and when the hernia is small will yield a better outcome and with lesser complications. Or even if you are elderly hernia repair is still beneficial as it averts life threating complications and will be recommended by the surgeons.

Making the right Decision for Hernia treatment

In today’s busy life any Surgery is inconvenient. Making the right choice or decision at the right time and not to delay your hernia repair will be beneficial for you.

You can schedule your surgery at your convenience with the help of our hernia specialist’s. We will guide you whether you are a right candidate for laparoscopic hernia surgery or not, After Laparoscopic Hernia surgery you’ll be back to routine activity and work sooner compare to Open Surgery. Surgery should be easier on you and recovery will likely be smoother at a younger age and with a smaller hernia.

If you have any questions in your mind or have any concerns relating to Hernia & related conditions, book an appointment in Gurugram, Delhi NCR, India, You can book an appointment online or connect by phone with us at +91 8882 521 281

• What is Hernia?
• What are the causes of Hernia?
• What are the best treatment options for Hernia?

हर्निया क्या होता है ? (What is Hernia in Hindi)

समान्यतः जब पेट की मांसपेशियां (Abdominal muscles) किन्ही कारणों से कमजोर हो जाती है और पेट के अंदर के ऑर्गन्स या अंग जैसे आंतें उस कमजोरी की वजह से बाहर आने की कोशिश करतें हैं , जिसे हम समान्य भाषा में हर्निया कहतें हैं।

हर्निया होने के बहुत सारे कारण है। 

• जन्मजात या Congenital  
• धूम्रपान या Smoking 
• पुरानी खांसी या chronic cough  
• पेशाब में रुकावट आना 
• Urethral (u-REE-thrul) stricture
• गर्भावस्था या Pregnancy

हर्निया के प्रकार

• इन्गुइनल (Inguinal) हर्निया
• अम्बिलिकल हर्निया or Umbilical hernia 
• इपीगैस्ट्रिक हर्निया or Epigastric hernia
• इंसिज़नल हर्निया or Incisional hernia

हर्निया का इलाज क्यों जरूरी है ?

ऑब्स्ट्रक्टेड हर्निया

ऑब्स्ट्रक्टेड हर्निया एक इमरजेंसी स्थिति होती है जिसमे की आपको तुरंत सर्जरी की जरूरत होती है। यदि अंग मांसपेसियों के द्वारा बाहर आ जाये और रक्त की आपूर्ति बाधित हो जाये और उस अंग के सड़ने की संभावना बढ़ जाये तब ऐसी स्थिति में आपको तुरंत सर्जरी की जरूरत होती है।

स्ट्रांगुलेटेड हर्निया or Strangulated Hernia

अगर आंत अंदर फंस कर रुक जाए और गलने लगे तो यह एक इमरजेंसी की स्थिति होती है,  जिसमे की आपको तुरंत सर्जरी की जरूरत होती है। स्ट्रांगुलेटेड हर्निया की स्थिति जानलेवा भी हो सकती है ,  तो इस स्थिति से बचने के लिए सर्जरी ही एकमात्र उपाय है।

हर्निया की सर्जरी के प्रकार 

हर्निया के सर्जरी मुख्यतः दो प्रकार की होती है 

1. ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी or Open Hernia Surgery 

2. लेप्रोस्कोपिक सर्जरी or Laparoscopic Surgery/Keyhole Surgery

ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी or Open Hernia Surgery 

ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी एक पुराणी विधि है हर्निया के इलाज के लिए , इसमें सर्जन लगभग  चार से छह इंच का चीरा लगाकर बाहर की तरफ निकले अंग को भीतर कर के जाली (Mesh) लगाते हैं।

ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी और लेप्रोस्कोपिक हर्निया सर्जरी में क्या अंतर है ?

1. ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी में बड़ा चीरा लगता है लेकिन लेप्रोस्कोपी हर्निया सर्जरी में एक से तीन छेद होते हैं वो भी एक सेमी और दो छेद आधे-आधे सेमी के।

2.  ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी में हर्निया की रिकवरी रेट (दर ) बहुत लंबा होता है परन्तु लेप्रोस्कोपी हर्निया सर्जरी में फ़ास्ट रिकवरी होती है

3. ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी की तुलना में लेप्रोस्कोपी सर्जरी बहुत अत्याधुनिक तकनीक है हर्निया के इलाज के लिए।

4. ओपन हर्निया सर्जरी की चूकि चीरा बड़ा होता है तो दर्द भी ज्यादा होता है , लेकिन इसकी तुलना में लेप्रोस्कोपी सर्जरी में दर्द ना के बराबर होती है.

लेप्रोस्कोपिक हर्निया सर्जरी के फ़ायदे

दर्द ना के बराबर होता है
न्यूनतम दाग (Minimal Scar)
फ़ास्ट रिकवरी रेट
रक्तस्राव कम होना
संक्रमण की कम दर

कुछ तथ्य :

मैश (जाली) के बिना हर्निया के  दोवारा होने या पुनरावृत्ति दर लगभग 20 से 25 % तक बढ़ जाती है

मैश (जाली) के उपयोग के बाद हर्निया के दोवारा होने या पुनरावृत्ति दर बहुत ही कम (लगभग 1% से भी कम हो जाती है )

If you or any of your loved are in need of hernia treatment, contact Miras Care  (+91 8882521281 ) for the most hassle-free treatment by highly experienced surgeon Dr. Mir Asif Rahman

If you or any of your loved has developed a hernia, you are most likely to have a lot of questions about it; especially, if you are a bit hesitant to talk about it. In this blog, we answer the most frequently asked questions about the hernia.

Right from enlisting hernia symptoms to throwing light on types of hernia surgery, risk factors of hernia and life after hernia surgery. Read on to clear all your doubts about the hernia.

Symptoms of Hernia

Most patients of hernia first feel a lump-like structure or pressure and tenderness around the groin area or in the abdomen. The lump may or may not cause pain, but the lump is easier to feel when the person is standing. But the lump is not the only symptom; hernia comes along with several other symptoms.

For your better understanding of hernia, here I enlist the most common symptoms of a hernia.

• Swelling and pain in the scrotum in men
• Feeling pain while lifting or moving a heavy item
• Pain during urinating or while passing the motion
• Pain in the abdomen or near the groin at the end of the day, especially if you spent a lot of time standing

Symptoms of hernia in infants

Infants are at higher risk of developing hernia because they have weak muscles. Parents may observe a lump when the child cries or coughs. The lump is also noticeable when the baby strains for a bowel movement.

When to see a doctor for hernia?

A person must not wait any longer to visit a doctor if he/she sees symptoms of a hernia. Because, the hernia can get strangulated causing cut off blood supply, which is extremely dangerous and can turn fatal. You must always remember that a hernia cannot be pushed back inside on its own, you need medical help.  (Visit : Best Hernia Specialist in Gurgaon)

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Your hernia is a medical emergency when you already have a hernia and it suddenly becomes tender, painful and irreducible (unable to be pushed back inside).

In this case, the hernias become strangulated. This leads to cut off the blood supply of the intestine within the hernia sac and can eventually cause gangrenous (dead) bowel in a little time frame of a mere six hours. The patient also develops nausea, vomiting and bowel obstruction along with fever. Hence, this is an alarming situation. 

Any delay in consulting a doctor can turn life-threatening. The patient must visit a surgeon so that the hernia can be controlled and to avoid the risk of strangulation of hernia.

What are the Best medical treatments for hernia?

The treatment of a hernia on if it is reducible or irreducible, or is strangulated. Majorly, there are two ways of treating a hernia:

• Traditional method
• Laparoscopic surgery

In the traditional method, the abdomen wall is opened and the bulging out lump is moved back inside the abdomen. The abdomen wall is closed and the weak part is strengthened with synthetic mesh. All this is done under anesthesia and the person will have deep cuts and some stitches.

The laparoscopic technique is a modern and less-invasive treatment alternative. In this technique, small fiber-optic instruments are inserted in the abdomen through very small incisions (cuts). A video camera is inserted from one opening through which the doctor monitors the instruments. This is also done under anesthesia.

The benefit of laparoscopic surgery is that it is painless, heals quickly and is less invasive. It is so fuss-free that the patient can return home on the same day as well. Laparoscopic surgery is your road to living life pain-free. 

What happens after hernia surgery?

The patient resumes to the regular life within a few days after the hernia surgery.

• The patient might witness minor pain after the surgery for a few days. The pain is easily controllable with pain killer medications.
• There is also the possibility of tenderness, swelling and bleeding as well.
• Lifting any heavy item must be strictly avoided in the first few weeks after the surgery, as it might put a strain on the surgery area.
• How fast the patient resumes to the regular activities depends on the type of surgery. Laparoscopic surgery ensures the quickest recovery.
• The patient must consult the doctor before resuming driving and sexual activity.

Are there any complications after hernia surgery?

There are very fewer chances of occurrence of any complications after hernia surgery. However, it all depends on the kind of surgery you undergo and the surgeon who performs it. The complications are most likely to occur in the case of traditional surgery. On the other hand, laparoscopic surgery is a modern technique that involves minimal risk factors.

If you experience any of the below-mentioned issues after the surgery, you must immediately contact the surgeon.

• Excessive bleeding
• Fever
• Trouble in urinating
• Redness in the area of the surgical cut
• Severe pain
• Extreme tenderness or swelling

If you or any of your loved are in need of hernia treatment, contact MirasCare for the most hassle-free treatment by highly experienced surgeon Dr. Mir Asif Rahman