Re: Hernias...questions and answers for those of you who have a hernia.

From: Igor Gudymenko (igudym@eos.comint.net)
Mon Apr 17 02:08:34 2000


Helen wrote: > Perhaps some of your questions about hernias will be answered at the website
> (below).
> What is a hernia?
> What does a hernia feel like?
> Why does a hernia hurt?
> Who gets hernias?
> Will my hernia go away?
> What can I do to feel better?
> Is surgery right for me?
> http://www.herniainfo.com/faq.htm

I'm afraid that info shows just the face side of the moon. So, on that page are the following statements: > 5. Will my hernia go away?
>
> An untreated hernia will not get better on its own,
> although it may not get worse for months or even years.

and > 6. What can I do to feel better?
>
> Limiting activity or eliminating excess weight may provide
> temporary relief. Wearing a truss or binder has also offered
> temporary relief. The only cure, however, is surgery.

It's clear that above is just official medical point of view. I agree it's a bit simplified there but they don't give you any hope for non-surgical treatment. There are many types of hernia and not all of them are strongly recommended for operation actually. I guess the patient must know the real reasons of his hernia. Then he'll be able to handle that situation himself. However after the operation risk of new hernia still stands..

--
Igor Gudymenko

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