How long it takes to recover from inguinal hernia surgery varies from person to person. Usually, recovery is possible in about two to three months. If there are complications, the recovery time will be extended accordingly. After a patient undergoes inguinal hernia surgery, the wound tends to heal in about a week. Because of the inflammatory stimulus from all surgical operations, it usually takes about 6-8 weeks for the inflammation to subside. After the inflammation subsides, the wound is considered to be essentially healed when the patch forms a dense adhesion with the tissue surrounding the hernia ring. Therefore, under normal circumstances, this time period is usually about 2-3 months. If the patient has complications such as local infection, edema or tissue effusion, the recovery time will be prolonged accordingly depending on the severity of the complications, and the prolongation time cannot be determined in the same way. In addition, minimally invasive surgery heals earlier due to less damage. After inguinal hernia surgery, patients should follow the doctor’s instructions for postoperative care to avoid complications and facilitate early recovery.