What Causes Pain In The Groin Area Where A Hernia Surgery Was Administered A Year Ago?

Posted on Sat, 18 Dec 2021

Question: About one year ago, I had hernia surgery in my right groin area. For the past two weeks i have had pain in that area. the area is swollen. Doctor says no herni

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
possible groin inflammation from various reasons.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

* As per my clinical experience, the groin pain with swelling indicates
underlying inflammation of the region from various causes.

Kindly provide me further details so that I can answer your query completely.

1. Give a detailed elaboration of any pain since last July, means the pain is
on and off regularly or it has just started before 2 weeks only ?
2. Whether pain onset was associated with any straining activity ?
3. Any associated symptoms as fever, vomiting, alterations in bowel or
bladder movements if any.
4. If possible and no objection, provide a photo picture of the part showing
swelling for best evaluation.

Awaiting for your response.
Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (33 hours later)

My recovery period from the surgery lasted about 8 weeks. After that, I experienced no pain until about two weeks ago. it is a dull pain that comes and go. It is relieved some by icing the area. The pain is not associated with any straining activity, nor do I have any other symptoms associated with the pain. It is slightly swelled, but it is not red or any other color.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
follow up .

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for the details.

* Possible inflammation in previously operated area of concern ( less likely
to be part of surgery outcome as there is period of one year ).

* Guidelines at present

- Observe for the development of any redness, warmth of the overlying skin.
- Apply ice pack 4 times a day.
- Tablet ibuprofen ( 400 mg ) 3 times a day after meals if no history of drug
sensitivity, along with antacid medicine.
- Check to have regular smooth bowel movements.

Hope this will help you.
Suggested follow up after 24 hours or early as per the requirement.

Wish you fine recovery.
Regards.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T