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How Can An Inguinal Hernia Be Treated?

I had an inguinal hernia a few years ago and I had repair surgery using a mesh patch. I now have moderate pain in the same area. This pain isn t all the time but when it occurs, I am only comfortable laying down. Could I need to have hernia surgery again?
Mon, 22 Jan 2018
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Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Yiu need physical examination for assessment of the hernial repair with possibility of the mesh giving way.... then only decision can be taken about repeat surgery.
Consult yiur treating surgeon.
Thanks.
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How Can An Inguinal Hernia Be Treated?

Hi, Thanks for asking. Yiu need physical examination for assessment of the hernial repair with possibility of the mesh giving way.... then only decision can be taken about repeat surgery. Consult yiur treating surgeon. Thanks.