Question:
Is lifting the only thing that will cause hernias? I am very concerned. Thanks.

   — Stephanie S. (posted on October 11, 2002)

October 11, 2002
Not the only thing...excessive coughing can, as can straining hard when you have a bowel movement.
   — [Deactivated Member]

October 11, 2002
I fell and when I caught myself, I tighted my tummy area so tight it caused my hernia. Please be careful.
   — Bea T.

October 12, 2002
Coughing in my sleep is what did it for me.......
   — Sassy M.

October 12, 2002
I had heard that a hernia was just something that you could pretty much count on after an open RNY, so I was very careful...I got one anyway! I don't have a clue as to what caused mine. It doesn't hurt and the Dr. said that we will worry about it when I lose all of my weight.
   — Brenda V.

October 12, 2002
In a open procedure the muscle wall is cut. 30% of opens get a hernia. LAP the rate is near zero. This from my surgeon. If you are unlucky and develop a hernia then it can be fixed. So dont worry the weight loss will make it all worthwhile..,.
   — bob-haller

October 16, 2002
I hate to admit it, but I got my hernia last year having sex 5 weeks post-op. LOL Be careful! :)
   — Lori B.