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Umbilical hernia
Hi iam having mild hernia and going for open surgery is it fine to have a open type and how many days I have to take rest. After surgery will there be any complications.
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I will suggest to you for laparoscopic repair if it is possible (bcz i don't know the exact location), or if advised by your doctor too. Post operative stay in hospital and recovery is early and much better. You can call me if you want to discuss.
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3-5 days rest.
Avoid constipation and cough
Don't lift heavy weight
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Based on the institute/hospital you are getting operated...
Laparoscopy is better in experience hands
But where experience is less go with open surgery
15 days-1month rest
Abdominal binder or belt
Do not lift heavy weights or exert more
For queries contact me
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Dr. Raiba Deshmukh
General Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
Yess...open technique is fine..
No need to worry..
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
12 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Operating surgeon must have informed you and consult him for the same, better
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