“Can local anesthesia be used for hernia surgery?”

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“Can local anesthesia be used for hernia surgery?”

I am a 44 year old male. I want to know if local anesthesia can be used for hernia surgery?

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**Mrs. Slavka N/a Bulleova** Anesthesiologist Long Beach, CA · Accepted Answer

Mrs. Slavka N/a Bulleova Anesthesiologist Long Beach, CA

Yes

**Dr. Artis Woodward** Anesthesiologist Anaheim, California · Accepted Answer

Dr. Artis Woodward Anesthesiologist Anaheim, California

Yes but I prefer and recommend general anesthesia

**Dr. Maki Morimoto** Anesthesiologist New York, NY · Accepted Answer

Dr. Maki Morimoto Anesthesiologist New York, NY

Yes. Assuming that you mean inguinal hernia, yes, local anesthesia is a valid option for hernia surgery.