Question:
I had a hernia repair with my Bypass surgery,

I am having the worst pain from this repair. It is pretty intense. Is this something I should expect? Does it take longer for a hernia repair to heal. From those of us who have had both done at the same time please let me know what you experienced. I have scheduled an appt. with my surgeon for next week. Thanks so much.    — Courtrina Amur W. (posted on September 10, 2000)

September 10, 2000
I didn't have my hernia repair and wls at the same time. I had my open RnY, then nine months later had a large incisional hernia repaired. In my experience, the hernia repair was a much more painful surgery. Even now, three months later, my hernia repair still hurts a little if I sneeze or do something to stress those muscles. I think it just takes a long time for the muscle tissue to heal all the way.
   — Lynn K.

September 10, 2000
Hi, I had an open RNY with gall bladder removal and hernia repair , It was pretty painful an my umbilical area where the hernia was was very tender and hurt easily. So, what your going through sounds normal, just keep a close eye on it and make sure your Dr. is paying attention too your needs.
   — devine299

September 10, 2000
I had 2 hernia's repaired and gall bladder removal at the time of my RNY. Even though it's been 4 months, I still have twinges of pain around my belly button every once in a while. My surgeon says that it will eventually go away.
   — Maxine E.