What to expect after inguinal hernia surgery

  Post-discharge recommendations: 1) Do not get the wound wet after surgery, and resume normal bathing about 7-10 days after discharge, depending on the wound healing. Disinfectant alcohol can be used to wipe the wound before and after bathing. If the wound is sutured with absorbable thread, it will absorb on its own and does not need to be removed.  2) Tension-free hernia repair surgery: Generally, patients only need to rest for a few days, and those with light physical labor (such as office workers) can resume work; for those with heavy physical labor, it is recommended to reduce the labor intensity appropriately within six months after surgery, with weight bearing below 30 kg.  3) Do not engage in strenuous exercise and do not lift heavy objects within six months, you can walk, boxing, driving, climbing stairs, etc.  4) Pay special attention to the prevention and treatment of diseases with increased intra-abdominal pressure, if there is chronic cough, prostatic hyperplasia, constipation, etc. should be actively and correctly treated to prevent recurrence on the affected side or reoccurrence on the opposite side.