Understanding Inguinal Masses: When to See a Surgeon or Urologist
Inguinal mass? There is a subcutaneous lump approximately 1.5 centimeters in size located in the area above the groin within the pubic hair region. It has been present for over five years, is not painful, but recently seems to have increased in size slightly. Should I see a gener...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Basically, both specialties are acceptable.[Read More] Understanding Inguinal Masses: When to See a Surgeon or Urologist
Post-Operative Pain After Inguinal Hernia Surgery: Causes and Concerns
Postoperative care for inguinal hernia repair? Hello Doctor, I underwent inguinal hernia surgery on the 15th of last month. About a week ago, while taking a nap on my stomach, I suddenly felt a tearing pain in the surgical area when I tried to get up. Since then, until today, I e...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, sometimes after surgery, there may be a period of neuropathic pain. Generally, it can be monitored, and a mild analgesic can be used in conjunction. It is possible that it will improve over time.[Read More] Post-Operative Pain After Inguinal Hernia Surgery: Causes and Concerns
Post-inguinal Hernia Surgery: Understanding Blood in Urine Concerns
Postoperative issues after hernia surgery? I just had inguinal hernia surgery the day before yesterday, and today is the third day. After urinating, I noticed a small amount of blood when wiping (very minimal). What could be the reason for this? There was no such issue on the day...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
This is likely not related to the hernia surgery; it may be more associated with the contraceptive pills taken beforehand. If there is still bleeding, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Post-inguinal Hernia Surgery: Understanding Blood in Urine Concerns
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Specialist Consultations
Possible causes of left lower abdominal pain and recommended medical specialties for consultation? Hello, doctor. Since I was young, I have had a hard lump about the size of a fingertip in my left lower abdomen that hurts when pressed. I also feel a dull pain when my menstrual pe...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Based on your description, the symptoms in the groin have led to suspicions of an inguinal hernia after evaluations by different physicians and examinations, including a detailed CT scan, which ultimately did not yield a definitive diagnosis. Physical examination alone cannot con...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Specialist Consultations
Post-Operative Sensation Changes After Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Postoperative care for inguinal hernia repair? Hello Doctor, I noticed I had a hernia and underwent laparoscopic surgery about a month and a half later. The surgery went smoothly, and I am currently two weeks post-operative. At the time, the area in my groin where the bulge was l...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
It is possible that the initial hernia sac protrusion compressed the nerves or the small blood vessels supplying the nerves in the groin area, leading to sensory abnormalities. Since the duration and degree of compression can vary, even after surgery, it does not guarantee comple...[Read More] Post-Operative Sensation Changes After Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Managing Recurrence After Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair: What to Expect
Postoperative care for inguinal hernia repair? About three years ago, I had surgery for a right inguinal hernia using laparoscopic extraperitoneal surgery with a synthetic mesh. About a year after the surgery, I noticed a bulge on the right side of my groin again, which has becom...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
If a recurrent hernia repair is performed using laparoscopic extraperitoneal surgery, consideration may be given to using traditional methods for subsequent surgery. Theoretically, the original mesh would remain in place, and the procedure would follow traditional techniques. The...[Read More] Managing Recurrence After Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair: What to Expect
Understanding Groin Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Inguinal lymphadenopathy I have discovered four swollen lymph nodes in the groin area of my left leg. One of them is approximately two centimeters in size, while the others are around one centimeter. They are all movable, not as hard as a stone, but not very soft either; the smal...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, inguinal lymphadenopathy with tenderness is most commonly caused by infections of the lower extremities or genital organs. If your viral warts are also located on the left foot, they are likely related, and no further intervention is needed. However, if the viral warts are...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Understanding Pain After Hernia Surgery: When to Consider Mesh Removal
Removal of artificial retina? Hello, doctor. I underwent a laparoscopic hernia repair surgery with mesh placement for an indirect inguinal hernia two weeks ago. Now, the entire area feels like it is experiencing electric shocks, stabbing pain, and pinpricks, similar to trigeminal...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, your current situation is indeed quite troubling and it is a very rare condition. However, it is essentially not removable for two main reasons: first, removing it would cause your intestines to protrude from these two areas; second, the membranes are significantly adhered...[Read More] Understanding Pain After Hernia Surgery: When to Consider Mesh Removal
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Recovery After Hernia Repair
Postoperative care for hernia surgery? Thank you for your response, doctor. I live in Taoyuan. May I ask you a few questions? After open mesh inguinal hernia surgery: 1) Ten days post-surgery, my white blood cell count is 10.99, with neutrophils at 88.4% and lymphocytes at 7.7%, ...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, regarding the issue you mentioned, since you have just undergone surgery, I believe it would be best to monitor these data for now. However, the persistent stabbing pain you are experiencing really needs to be addressed as a priority.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Recovery After Hernia Repair
Post-Operative Concerns After Open Plug/Mesh Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Open mesh repair for inguinal hernia surgery? Hello, doctor. May I ask you a few questions? After an open mesh inguinal hernia repair surgery: 1) Ten days post-surgery, the white blood cell count (10.99) has increased, and the neutrophil (88.4%)/lymphocyte (7.7%) ratio (11.48) is...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
It is advisable to consult the original surgeon regarding postoperative clinical issues. Each individual's recovery after surgery varies, and there is no absolute standard.[Read More] Post-Operative Concerns After Open Plug/Mesh Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Is Immediate Surgery Necessary for Hernia in Children?
The urgency of hernia surgery? Hello doctor, my daughter has recently been diagnosed with a hernia. We initially wanted to schedule surgery right away, but the physician mentioned that after the surgery, she cannot run, jump, or fall. Since she is currently in school, I am concer...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello FG, based on your description, your daughter’s hernia is likely located at the umbilical or inguinal region. If the protruding mass can be easily pushed back into the abdominal cavity and does not become incarcerated, you can wait until summer vacation for surgery. However,...[Read More] Is Immediate Surgery Necessary for Hernia in Children?
Can Inguinal Hernia Surgery and Pain-Free Endoscopy Be Done Together?
Inguinal hernia surgery Can the inguinal hernia surgery and painless gastrointestinal endoscopy be performed together under anesthesia?
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, hernia surgery cannot generally be performed simultaneously with a painless gastroscopy and colonoscopy.[Read More] Can Inguinal Hernia Surgery and Pain-Free Endoscopy Be Done Together?
Could Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Surgery Cause Hernia in Children?
Is it possible for a programmable ventriculoperitoneal shunt system to cause a hernia? Hello, doctor! My daughter is 4 years old and has achondroplasia. She underwent a drainage surgery at the end of December last year, but in the following months, signs of a femoral hernia were ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: If it is an inguinal hernia, it should not be related to ventricular-peritoneal shunt drainage. Best wishes. // Neurosurgeon Dr. Lai Chao-Kang[Read More] Could Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Surgery Cause Hernia in Children?
Post-Hernia Surgery: Addressing Testicular Displacement Concerns
Testicular displacement after hernia surgery? Hello, I would like to ask a question! I just underwent surgery for an inguinal hernia in my right lower abdomen. Five days later, I noticed that my right testicle has moved up into my abdominal area and cannot descend. The doctor sai...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Since you just had hernia surgery, it is recommended that you discuss this situation with your original surgeon and explore any possible solutions. As for whether the surgery caused this issue, only you are aware of your condition prior to the operation.[Read More] Post-Hernia Surgery: Addressing Testicular Displacement Concerns
Chronic Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Diagnostic Options
Persistent dull pain in the lower right abdomen? Dear Dr. Ke, I have been experiencing persistent pain in my lower right abdomen, along with a constant sensation of incomplete bowel evacuation. My gastroenterologist has arranged for a lower gastrointestinal (GI) series, but I ha...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. If a colonoscopy was performed two years ago without any abnormalities, then a lower gastrointestinal imaging may not be necessary. It is advisable to first conduct a fecal occult blood test, and if the result is positive, then consider proceeding with lower gastrointestinal i...[Read More] Chronic Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Diagnostic Options
Post-Surgery Discomfort After Inguinal Hernia Repair: Is It Normal?
Occasional discomfort after inguinal hernia surgery? Hello Doctor: I have a hernia where my intestine descended into the right testicle. I discovered it seven years ago and underwent surgery this February. Since then, I have been very careful with my recovery; I only started lift...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Because there was a considerable time interval between the discovery of your hernia and the actual surgery, based on your description of the hernia descending into the testicle (which should refer to the scrotum), it indicates that your hernia sac likely extended into the scrotal...[Read More] Post-Surgery Discomfort After Inguinal Hernia Repair: Is It Normal?
Post-Surgery Swelling: Is It Normal After Inguinal Hernia Repair?
Postoperative swelling at the surgical site after hernia repair? I underwent an autologous tissue small bowel repair surgery for my right inguinal hernia last week. A few days later, I noticed that the surgical site is more prominent than the other side (left). I would like to kn...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Hernia surgery, as you described, is a common issue. The main reason is that during the surgery, the surgeon has to navigate through the skin, subcutaneous tissue (fat layer), and the fascial layers of the abdominal wall to reach the spermatic cord and the hernia sac. Each layer ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Swelling: Is It Normal After Inguinal Hernia Repair?
Understanding Inguinal Hernia Repair: Absorbable Sutures and Fertility Concerns
Inguinal hernia autologous repair surgery? I am considering undergoing autologous repair surgery for my inguinal hernia, but since this is my first surgery, I would like to ask the doctor the following questions: 1. Will the sutures used in the surgery, which are absorbable, comp...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
The sutures used in hernia surgery include both absorbable and non-absorbable types. Unless there is a clear allergy or rejection to the suture material, theoretically, there should be no impact on the body or fertility.[Read More] Understanding Inguinal Hernia Repair: Absorbable Sutures and Fertility Concerns
Post-Surgery Pain Months After Inguinal Hernia Repair: What to Know
Pain sensation months after hernia surgery? Hello Dr. Chen, I underwent inguinal hernia surgery last September and opted for traditional surgery with self-paying absorbable mesh. Recently, I occasionally experience pain when moving the wound, and if I lean forward too much, I f...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
The materials and special designs of synthetic mesh used in modern hernia surgeries vary widely. Although some claim to be "absorbable," the primary purpose of using synthetic mesh is to create an adhesion effect with the surrounding native tissue upon implantation, the...[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain Months After Inguinal Hernia Repair: What to Know
Post-TEP Hernia Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Post-hernia surgery Hello Doctor, the patient underwent a TEP hernia repair about a month ago and has a few questions for you: (1) Does stretching or yawning increase abdominal pressure and potentially cause the mesh to shift, leading to a recurrence of the hernia? (2) Does sleep...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
1. No 2. No 3. No 4. One month, the Ministry of Health and Welfare Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Post-TEP Hernia Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips