Guest guest Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 Had one of those about 10 years ago. I felt it snap like a rubber band when I was using a crunch machine in the gym (apparently too much weight), but didn't find it for a couple weeks when I was standing in the shower, and gravity pulled it down and I felt the bulge. Funny part was I scheduled surgery to repair it - 2 months out, and met my partner-to-be a couple weeks later. So it presented a lot of frustration being in that " frolicking phase " of a relationship. I don't think they're dangerous unless they get twisted around and tied off, but repairing it was definitely the right option. I did run into some issues with the surgery around my HIV status. I don't like the idea of full anesthesia, so the surgeon agreed to use a local with " twilight anesthesia " . However, when I got to the holding area with an IV in me already, the anesthesiologist informed me they were putting me out. Brought the surgeon over, and he said " given my history " they were intubating and everything. I asked if he was afraid of my moving and danger to him, and he said that was a consideration, and that if I didn't want to do that, they could cancel the surgery. I was not pleased, but after waiting 2 months and all the pre-op preparation, I said just do it. So he did a good job - used mesh to close off the hernia, and it won't happen again, at least there. Also have a larger scar than expected (wanted a large field?) My doctor sent a written complaint about the special treatment, and I refuse to see the guy again. Also - even if you haven't had water since midnight - make sure to take a leak before you go in - using a urinal in front of a full OR staff is reeeally tough. I wouldn't worry too much - just take care of it as soon as you can. - Bill A Hernia? Hey guys, hope all is well. Has anyone encountered a Hernia before???? I think I have a huge on down in my grown. Hoing to see a Dr. on Tomarrow (Thursday) to have it checked out... anyone have had any or had to deal with any thing like this???? Please let me know and tell me some stories..I am kinda scared...more crap to deal with..... Thanks everyone Lily:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 I had one, and it is not a big deal, like any regular surgery. Be sure to prepare yourself to stay home a week ,take your pain medication, and you cannot left anything heavy. The surgeon might have a drainage hose for the first few days and that normal. > From: lilyrose_bell <lilyrose_bell@...> > Subject: A Hernia? > > Date: Wednesday, January 12, 2011, 8:59 AM > Hey guys, hope all is well. Has > anyone encountered a Hernia before???? I think I have > a huge on down in my grown. Hoing to see a Dr. on > Tomarrow (Thursday) to have it checked out... > > anyone have had any or had to deal with any thing like > this???? Please let me know and tell me some > stories..I am kinda scared...more crap to deal with..... > > Thanks everyone > Lily:) > > > > ------------------------------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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