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Does it hurt when they remove polyps during a colonoscopy?
No, you will not have any pain from the removal of polyps during the procedure, but may have intermittent cramp-like pain from inflating the colon if you wake up from the anesthesia READ MORE
No, you will not have any pain from the removal of polyps during the procedure, but may have intermittent cramp-like pain from inflating the colon if you wake up from the anesthesia during the procedure.
Can surgery completely fix an inguinal hernia?
Yes, that is the intent of the surgery, a permanent repair. Consult your general surgeon for details.
Is this a hernia?
Looks like a boil, not a hernia, but should see a doctor get it treated.
How do you treat internal hemorrhoids?
It all depends on if you have any symptoms and how extensive the hemorrhoids are. Mild to moderate hemorrhoids with minimal or no symptoms are treated by preventing the progression READ MORE
It all depends on if you have any symptoms and how extensive the hemorrhoids are. Mild to moderate hemorrhoids with minimal or no symptoms are treated by preventing the progression of hemorrhoids. Avoid constipation or hard stools by using fiber supplements or significantly increasing fiber content in your diet as well as keeping well hydrated. Moderate to severe hemorrhoids with symptoms are usually managed surgically. Discuss it with your PCP and if needed, get a referral to a general surgeon or colorectal surgeon in your area.
How successful is rectal surgery to remove hemorrhoids?
In most cases, formal surgery for hemorrhoids should last a lifetime, but if your underlying causes for hemorrhoids are not addressed, you could have recurrence or other complications. READ MORE
In most cases, formal surgery for hemorrhoids should last a lifetime, but if your underlying causes for hemorrhoids are not addressed, you could have recurrence or other complications. Some procedures such as banding and sclerosing of hemorrhoids do have higher incidents of recurrence. Best to discuss with your surgeon.
How long does it take to heal from abdominal hernia surgery?
If all goes well, you should be fully recovered in 6 to 8 weeks, but it all depends on how extensive your surgery is.
How do I treat my hernia?
Go see your doctor and referral to general surgeon or urologists.
Should I go to the hospital?
You should at least see your primary care provider.
Need advice on my abdomen?
Go see your doctor, might be appendicitis.
Lower right abdomen?
Pain may be caused by many causes such as hernia, venous congestion, nerve irritation. You will need to see your doctor to determine the cause.
Can you feel the mesh after hernia surgery?
Some times, but usually not. All depends on how it was done.
Internal cotton stitches?
Cotton stitches are no longer used (for many years) since we have much better materials now. If for some reason you had cotton used, it will eventually break down in the body (weeks READ MORE
Cotton stitches are no longer used (for many years) since we have much better materials now. If for some reason you had cotton used, it will eventually break down in the body (weeks to months depending on the size), but fragments may last for months.
How long does appendix surgery take?
Typically 1 hour, but can take longer if there are adhesions from inflammation.
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?
Request to be evaluated by a vascular surgeon, specialists for this type of problem.
How do I know if my inguinal hernia surgery failed?
If your symptoms never resolved or came back after recovery, it may have recurred. Have your surgeon examine you or obtain imaging studies (CT scan or ultrasound) to confirm.
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If your symptoms never resolved or came back after recovery, it may have recurred. Have your surgeon examine you or obtain imaging studies (CT scan or ultrasound) to confirm.
What care should be taken after appendix surgery?
Routine precautions, wound care, and activity restrictions as should have been provided by your surgeon.
How long after surgery can stitches be removed?
It depends on the location of the incision and the type of sutures. Often, dissolving sutures and/or skin glue are used and don't need removal. Stitches or staples typically should READ MORE
It depends on the location of the incision and the type of sutures. Often, dissolving sutures and/or skin glue are used and don't need removal. Stitches or staples typically should be removed in 10-14 days, but may vary depending on the surgeon. Facial sutures should come out sooner at 4-5 days and areas near or at joints may need to stay in longer. Ask your doctor for specifics.
Does surgery stitches leave scars?
All surgical procedures leave scars. Sutures may contribute to scar depending on how they are placed and what type is used. Ask your surgeon for specifics.
How long before you can walk after hernia surgery?
Recommend to start walking right after surgery as tolerated.
Is appendix surgery painful?
If not complicated and done laparoscopic, usually is minimal pain and patients may go home within a day or day of surgery. Most appendix surgeries are considered urgent or emergent READ MORE
If not complicated and done laparoscopic, usually is minimal pain and patients may go home within a day or day of surgery. Most appendix surgeries are considered urgent or emergent due to appendicitis and pain of surgery is less than pain caused by the inflamed appendix.
