Hernia patches usually soften in about 3 months. The hernia patch is an exogenous material that is implanted into the body after surgery to enhance local internal support and strengthen the inguinal wall. After implantation of the hernia patch, there will be a process of adaptation with the body, and some patients may experience rejection, localized swelling or pain. Generally speaking, the implanted patch and body tissues will gradually adapt after about 3 months, so the hernia patch becomes soft is about 3 months. At present, most of the patches used in our hernia surgery are non-absorbable, so after the surgery, the hernia patch stays permanently in the body. Patients should not exercise strenuously for 3 months after the operation, so as not to increase the abdominal pressure, which will affect the postoperative recovery. After using the hernia patch, some people will have localized discomfort, but after a period of time to adapt to this discomfort will gradually adapt. However, if the discomfort persists for a longer period of time, it is recommended that the patient go to the hospital in time, complete the relevant abdominal ultrasound and other examinations, and then give the appropriate treatment plan to avoid delaying the condition.