“How long is recovery from abdominal surgery?”

For an inguinal hernia, I tell my patients that you may feel 80% at 2 weeks and about 4-6 weeks to feel 100%. During the first two weeks, I recommend limiting activity, meaning avoiding heavy lifting (more than 20 lbs) and strenuous activities. During weeks 2-4, you can gradually increase your activity. After week 4, there are typically no restrictions. It may take the 4 weeks for your appetite to return to normal, your energy level to improve, and for the aches and pains of surgery to resolve completely.

3-6 months normally, but up to 1 year.