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Luke Edgecombe
Surgeon
Dr. Luke Edgecombe is a general surgeon practicing in Batesville, AR. Dr. Edgecombe specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Edgecombe provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
9 years
Experience
Luke Edgecombe
- Batesville, AR
- American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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When can I exercise after hernia surgery?
It is usually best to avoid any heavy lifting over 15-20lbs or strenuous activity for 4 weeks. Aerobic exercise and light weight lifting while in a seated position are OK at 2 READ MORE
It is usually best to avoid any heavy lifting over 15-20lbs or strenuous activity for 4 weeks. Aerobic exercise and light weight lifting while in a seated position are OK at 2 weeks after surgery. Full weight lifting can be resumed at 4 weeks, but should be gradually increased as tolerated. No dedicated core exercises for 6 weeks.
How do you treat an inguinal hernia in a child?
Surgery is very effective and in pediatric patients is performed without the use of mesh.
When should a pediatric inguinal hernia be repaired?
Pediatric inguinal hernias that are reducible (able to be pushed back in) should be repaired by the age of 1. This helps prevent the development of complications, such as incarceration, READ MORE
Pediatric inguinal hernias that are reducible (able to be pushed back in) should be repaired by the age of 1. This helps prevent the development of complications, such as incarceration, when the hernia gets stuck protruding out and becomes increasingly painful.
Do you have pain after lipoma surgery?
Pain after lipoma removal is usually minimal, especially for smaller lipomas. Many patients will do well with acetaminophen and ibuprofen alone. Recovery is typically rapid.
