{"id":2211,"date":"2025-09-16T13:44:16","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T13:44:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/?page_id=2211"},"modified":"2026-03-03T11:00:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T11:00:07","slug":"inguinal-hernia-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/inguinal-hernia-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Inguinal Hernia Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"\n  <div class=\"banner has-hover\" id=\"banner-1264283193\">\n          <div class=\"banner-inner fill\">\n        <div class=\"banner-bg fill\" >\n            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Kasik-Fitigi-Ameliyati-1400x788.jpg\" class=\"bg attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Ankara\">                                    \n                    <\/div>\n\t\t\n        <div class=\"banner-layers container\">\n            <div class=\"fill banner-link\"><\/div>            \n   <div id=\"text-box-1503344435\" class=\"text-box banner-layer x50 md-x50 lg-x50 y50 md-y50 lg-y50 res-text\">\n                                <div class=\"text-box-content text dark\">\n              \n              <div class=\"text-inner text-center\">\n                  \n              <\/div>\n           <\/div>\n                            \n<style>\n#text-box-1503344435 {\n  width: 60%;\n}\n#text-box-1503344435 .text-box-content {\n  font-size: 100%;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-box-1503344435 {\n    width: 60%;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n    <\/div>\n \n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n            \n<style>\n#banner-1264283193 {\n  padding-top: 400px;\n}\n#banner-1264283193 .banner-bg img {\n  object-position: 47% 57%;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #banner-1264283193 {\n    padding-top: 40%;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1203235891\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n  <div id=\"page-header-405942798\" class=\"page-header-wrapper\">\n  <div class=\"page-title dark simple-title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"page-title-inner container align-center text-center flex-row-col medium-flex-wrap\" >\n              <div class=\"title-wrapper flex-col\">\n          <h1 class=\"entry-title mb-0\">\n            Inguinal Hernia Surgery in Ankara, Turkey          <\/h1>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"title-content flex-col\">\n        <div class=\"title-breadcrumbs pb-half pt-half\"><\/div>      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n       <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1203235891 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n  background-color: #aa2665;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1523708772\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-532819680\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-359575221\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<p>Inguinal hernia surgery is a surgical procedure performed to prevent abdominal organs from protruding through a weak point in the abdominal wall. The aim is to repair the hernia sac and prevent pain and complications in the patient.<\/p>\n<p>In the treatment of inguinal hernia, open and laparoscopic surgical methods are used. The laparoscopic technique is performed through small incisions and allows the patient to return to daily life more quickly. The method to be chosen is determined according to the patient\u2019s condition.<\/p>\n<p>Things to pay attention to after inguinal hernia surgery include avoiding heavy lifting, exercising regularly, and using the recommended medications. Protecting the stitches during this process is also critical for healing.<\/p>\n<p>Recurrent inguinal hernias may be seen especially in individuals with weak connective tissue. In such cases, additional surgical interventions may be planned and synthetic mesh materials may be preferred to strengthen the groin area.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>What You Need to Know<\/td>\n<td>Information<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Description of the Surgery<\/td>\n<td>Inguinal hernia surgery is a surgical procedure performed to prevent abdominal organs or tissues from protruding through a weak point in the groin area.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Types of Surgery<\/td>\n<td>There are two main methods: open surgery (herniorrhaphy or hernioplasty) and laparoscopic (closed) surgery.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>How It Is Performed<\/td>\n<td>In open surgery, an incision is made in the groin area, the hernia contents are placed back into the abdomen, and the weak area is usually reinforced with a synthetic mesh. In the laparoscopic method, a few small incisions are made in the abdominal wall and the surgery is performed with the help of a camera.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type of Anesthesia<\/td>\n<td>It can be performed under general, spinal (numbing from the waist down), or local anesthesia. The method is determined according to the patient\u2019s general health condition and the surgeon\u2019s preference.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Duration of Surgery<\/td>\n<td>It usually takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour. The laparoscopic method may take a little longer.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Length of Hospital Stay<\/td>\n<td>In open surgery, 1 day; in the laparoscopic method, discharge is usually possible on the same day.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Recovery Process<\/td>\n<td>On average, daily activities can be resumed within 1\u20132 weeks. Avoiding heavy lifting and intense physical activities for 4\u20136 weeks is recommended.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Postoperative Pain<\/td>\n<td>There may be mild to moderate pain in the first few days. Pain can usually be controlled with prescribed painkillers.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Complications<\/td>\n<td>Complications such as infection, bleeding, recurrence of the hernia, nerve damage, swelling or pain in the testicles may occur.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Recurrence of the Hernia<\/td>\n<td>The risk of recurrence may increase especially if an appropriate surgical technique is not applied or if the patient performs heavy physical activity early in the recovery period.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Success of the Surgery<\/td>\n<td>With an appropriate surgical technique, the success rate is high and long-term outcomes are generally positive.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Preoperative Preparation<\/td>\n<td>It may be necessary to come on an empty stomach and to stop blood thinners under a doctor\u2019s supervision.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Postoperative Follow-up<\/td>\n<td>Follow-up is important for checking the stitches, monitoring the wound site, and observing possible complications.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-359575221 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1523708772 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_857064236\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t<div class=\"is-border\"\n\t\tstyle=\"border-width:-50px 0px 0px 0px;margin:-50px 0px 0px 0px;\">\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1292167277\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-33078647\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<p>You can contact Prof. Dr. Ebru Soy, one of the doctors performing  in Ankara, to get information about  prices, the process, and the hospital where  is performed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-33078647 > .col-inner {\n  margin: -60px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1823326541\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner dark\" style=\"background-color:#aa2665;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-center\"  id=\"row-1873632688\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1603681701\" class=\"col medium-5 small-12 large-5\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover border-gorsel-hakkimda x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_59277596\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"653\" height=\"789\" src=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ebrusoy-hakkimda.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Ankara\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ebrusoy-hakkimda.webp 653w, 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href=\"https:\/\/tip.hacettepe.edu.tr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine<\/a> \u2013 Graduation: 2005<br \/><strong>Specialization:<\/strong> General Surgery Residency Training \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/tip.baskent.edu.tr\/kw\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ba\u015fkent University Faculty of Medicine<\/a>, Department of General Surgery \u2013 2012<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Post-Specialization Career;<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>2012\u20132014:<\/strong> Compulsory public service \u2013 Mu\u015f State Hospital<br \/><strong>January 2014 \u2013 November 2022:<\/strong> Ba\u015fkent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery \u2013 Served as a specialist physician and later as an academician<br \/><strong>March 2016 \u2013 October 2017:<\/strong> Ba\u015fkent University Istanbul Practice Hospital \u2013 Deputy Director Responsible for Liver Transplantation<br \/><strong>June 2020 \u2013 November 2022:<\/strong> 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href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/inguinal-hernia-surgery\/#Postoperative_Process_After_Inguinal_Hernia_Surgery\" >Postoperative Process After Inguinal Hernia Surgery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/inguinal-hernia-surgery\/#What_Should_Those_Who_Have_Undergone_Inguinal_Hernia_Surgery_Pay_Attention_to\" >What Should Those Who Have Undergone Inguinal Hernia Surgery Pay Attention to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/inguinal-hernia-surgery\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Inguinal_Hernia_Surgery\"><\/span>What Is Inguinal Hernia Surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe title=\"\ud83d\udfe3 Kas\u0131k f\u0131t\u0131\u011f\u0131 neden olur, kimlerde s\u0131k g\u00f6r\u00fcl\u00fcr? | Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazo\u011flu Soy #genelcerrahi\" width=\"563\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w7pPgTwyD6U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>We can liken an inguinal hernia in its simplest form to a balloon bulging outward from a weak point of a car tire that has lost its strength. Our abdominal wall is also a layer consisting of muscle and connective tissue. When a weakness occurs at any point in this wall, with an increase in intra-abdominal pressure, internal organs such as the intestines are pushed outward through this weak point within a sac. This is what we call a hernia. Inguinal hernia surgery is the art of repairing this \u201cbulging\u201d tire, that is, the tear, with a safe and solid method.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, a hernia usually occurs with the combination of two main elements. The first is a pre-existing weakness in the foundation; the second is a factor that strains this weak foundation.<\/p>\n<p>There are some structural reasons underlying the weakness in the foundation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Congenital patency of the canal (especially in men)<\/li>\n<li>Genetic predisposition inherited from the family<\/li>\n<li>Structurally weak connective tissue<\/li>\n<li>Loss of tissue strength with aging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When factors that increase intra-abdominal pressure are added on top of this weak foundation, herniation can become inevitable. These factors are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chronic and severe cough<\/li>\n<li>Chronic constipation causing constant straining<\/li>\n<li>Uncontrolled heavy lifting with improper technique<\/li>\n<li>Straining to urinate due to reasons such as prostate enlargement<\/li>\n<li>Pregnancy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When these two mechanisms combine, that is, when an abdominal wall that is structurally weak is exposed to constant pressure, a hernia occurs. The basic logic of surgery is to break this cycle by permanently strengthening this weak point.<\/p>\n<p>It should not be forgotten that not every hernia seen in the groin region is the same. The most common ones are \u201cindirect\u201d and \u201cdirect\u201d inguinal hernias. There is also \u201cfemoral hernia,\u201d which is more common in women and has a much higher risk of strangulation. The presence of this hernia makes the decision for surgery more urgent and definitive, especially in female patients.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_Which_Cases_Is_Inguinal_Hernia_Surgery_Performed\"><\/span>In Which Cases Is Inguinal Hernia Surgery Performed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When a diagnosis of inguinal hernia is made, the first question that comes to mind is \u201cShould I have surgery immediately?\u201d The answer to this question varies depending on the person and the condition of the hernia. This decision is made as a result of a detailed discussion between you and your surgeon.<\/p>\n<p>If your hernia causes pain, burning, or a feeling of pressure in the groin, swells during the day and disappears when you lie down in the evening, and negatively affects your quality of daily life, the most appropriate approach is to have a planned surgery. Because a hernia that causes complaints does not heal over time; on the contrary, it can grow and pave the way for more serious problems.<\/p>\n<p>In some cases, the decision for surgery is more definite and waiting is not recommended. These situations are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>All groin hernias diagnosed in female patients<\/li>\n<li>All femoral hernias diagnosed regardless of sex<\/li>\n<li>The hernia gradually enlarging over time and descending into the scrotum<\/li>\n<li>The hernia restricting daily tasks or social life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What about emergencies? Sometimes a hernia can turn into a condition too serious to wait for planned surgery. This condition, known as \u201cstrangulated hernia,\u201d is a life-threatening surgical emergency. When the intestine within the hernia sac becomes trapped in the hernia opening and can no longer go back in, \u201cincarceration\u201d (entrapment) occurs first. This leads to intestinal obstruction. If this entrapment continues, the blood circulation of the intestine is impaired and \u201cstrangulation\u201d (impaired blood supply) develops. This means the intestine can become necrotic.<\/p>\n<p>Signs that may indicate an emergency include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sudden onset pain in the hernia area that progressively worsens<\/li>\n<li>The swelling in that area not going back in despite manual pressure<\/li>\n<li>Nausea and vomiting<\/li>\n<li>Inability to pass gas and stool<\/li>\n<li>Redness or bruising of the skin over the hernia swelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If any of these symptoms are present, it is vital to apply to the nearest emergency department immediately.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1794847293 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_318599964 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1411576776\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content 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However, thanks to today\u2019s modern techniques and anesthesia options, these risks are quite rare and manageable. We can examine the risks under two headings: general and those specific to hernia surgery.<\/p>\n<p>There are general surgical risks that can be seen in all operations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wound infection<\/li>\n<li>Accumulation of blood in the surgical area (hematoma)<\/li>\n<li>Accumulation of body fluid in the surgical cavity (seroma)<\/li>\n<li>Undesired conditions related to anesthesia<\/li>\n<li>Formation of blood clots in the leg veins (deep vein thrombosis)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are also some special risks that may be directly related to inguinal hernia surgery:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Recurrence of the hernia in the same area (recurrence)<\/li>\n<li>Chronic pain lasting more than 3 months after surgery<\/li>\n<li>Damage to or entrapment of sensory nerves in the area<\/li>\n<li>Injury to the vessels feeding the testicles or the spermatic cord (very rare in male patients)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Today, the issue surgeons focus on the most is preventing chronic pain rather than recurrence of the hernia. Technical details such as the type of mesh used, how the mesh is fixed, and carefully protecting the nerves during surgery are of great importance to minimize this risk. Seroma and hematoma seen in the postoperative period are usually absorbed by the body over time and rarely require an additional intervention.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Inguinal_Hernia_Surgery_Performed\"><\/span>How Is Inguinal Hernia Surgery Performed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is no longer a \u201cone-size-fits-all\u201d approach in inguinal hernia surgery. Surgery is planned in a completely \u201cpersonalized\u201d manner. The most suitable method for you is determined by considering the condition of your hernia, your general health conditions, your lifestyle, and your surgeon\u2019s experience in this field. Basically, there are two main surgical approaches: Open Surgery and Closed (Laparoscopic\/Robotic) Surgery.<\/p>\n<p>Open Surgery (Lichtenstein Method)<\/p>\n<p>This method is the most commonly performed technique worldwide and is considered the \u201cgold standard.\u201d The hernia area is reached through an approximately 5\u20136 cm incision made in the groin region. The hernia sac is found, and the organs inside are gently pushed back into the abdomen. Then, a synthetic mesh is placed over the weakened or torn area in the abdominal wall to reinforce it. This mesh is fixed to the surrounding tissues with sutures. Over time, your body weaves its own tissue into this mesh, creating an extremely strong and permanent repair layer. The fact that it can be performed under local anesthesia is an important advantage for patients who carry a risk with general anesthesia.<\/p>\n<p>Closed Surgery (Laparoscopic and Robotic Methods)<\/p>\n<p>In this approach, instead of a large incision, a high-resolution camera and special surgical instruments are inserted through several small (0.5\u20131 cm) openings made in the abdominal wall. The repair is performed from behind the abdominal wall, that is, from the inside. The basic philosophy of this method is based on the principle that covering a punctured tire from the inside with a much wider patch will provide a stronger repair than from the outside. The herniated area is covered with a wide mesh laid from the inside. This mesh adheres in place almost by itself thanks to intra-abdominal pressure and provides a very strong repair.<\/p>\n<p>Closed methods have many important advantages:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Significantly less postoperative pain<\/li>\n<li>Much faster return to daily life and work<\/li>\n<li>Better cosmetic results thanks to smaller incisions<\/li>\n<li>Ability to repair bilateral inguinal hernias in a single operation<\/li>\n<li>An ideal option for patients who have previously had open surgery and experienced recurrence<\/li>\n<li>Allowing the detection and repair of a femoral hernia that might be missed in female patients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Robotic Surgery is actually the most technologically advanced form of the laparoscopic method. The surgeon controls robotic arms via a console. 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Knowing what you should pay attention to during this period helps you get through the process more comfortably and smoothly. Most patients can return home on the day of surgery or the next morning.<\/p>\n<p>It is normal to feel pain during the first few days after surgery. This pain can be easily controlled with simple painkillers prescribed to you. Getting up and taking short walks the day after surgery accelerates blood circulation, reduces the risk of clots, and contributes to your recovery. A special diet is generally not required, but it is important to consume plenty of fluids and high-fiber foods to avoid constipation.<\/p>\n<p>You need to gradually increase your activity level in the postoperative period. There are some general rules regarding this:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Resting and light activities at home during the first few days<\/li>\n<li>Starting short, slow-paced walks immediately<\/li>\n<li>If you have a desk job, generally returning to work within 1\u20132 weeks<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding lifting more than 10 kilograms for 4\u20136 weeks<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding sports that strain the abdominal muscles (sit-ups, weight lifting, etc.) for 4\u20136 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These periods are critical for the mesh to integrate with the body tissue and for the repair to become as strong as possible.<\/p>\n<p>Even if everything is going well, in some cases you may need to contact your doctor. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should consult your surgeon without delay.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fever exceeding 38.3\u00b0C<\/li>\n<li>Increasing pain, swelling, or redness in the surgical area<\/li>\n<li>Purulent, yellow-green, or foul-smelling discharge from the wound site<\/li>\n<li>Persistent nausea, vomiting, or inability to pass gas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_Those_Who_Have_Undergone_Inguinal_Hernia_Surgery_Pay_Attention_to\"><\/span>What Should Those Who Have Undergone Inguinal Hernia Surgery Pay Attention to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After you have had surgery and completed the recovery process, making some lifestyle changes to protect this repair for life will minimize the risk of recurrence of the hernia. This is like protecting the \u201chealth investment\u201d you have made:<\/p>\n<p>The most important points to pay attention to in the long term are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Learning the correct lifting technique (bending the knees and putting the load on the legs)<\/li>\n<li>If you are overweight, reaching your ideal weight and maintaining it<\/li>\n<li>If you smoke, quitting smoking completely<\/li>\n<li>Getting chronic cough due to diseases such as COPD under control<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding constipation by eating plenty of fiber and drinking enough water<\/li>\n<li>Developing healthy and balanced eating habits<\/li>\n<li>After recovery is complete, doing regular exercises to strengthen the core area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Remember that when performed with the correct technique and in experienced hands, inguinal hernia surgery is a highly successful treatment that relieves you of pain and significantly improves your quality of life. Following your doctor\u2019s recommendations in the postoperative period will ensure that this success is permanent.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-988590076 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1394319943 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_202014290\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-2003736056\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-990392609\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t<div id=\"text-2213125166\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-2213125166 {\n  font-size: 1.5rem;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3243245035\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3243245035-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-long-does-the-recovery-process-take-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3243245035-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How long does the recovery process take after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3243245035-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3243245035-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Recovery after inguinal hernia surgery is usually completed within 2 to 4 weeks. It is necessary to rest for the first few days and avoid heavy lifting. A full return to physical activities generally requires waiting 4\u20136 weeks.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2937068239\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2937068239-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-is-there-a-risk-of-the-hernia-recurring-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2937068239-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Is there a risk of the hernia recurring after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2937068239-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2937068239-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Yes, although rare, recurrence may occur after inguinal hernia surgery. This is usually associated with reasons such as weak tissue structure, excessive physical strain, or lifting heavy loads early in the recovery period.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1576692584\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1576692584-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-long-does-pain-last-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1576692584-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How long does pain last after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1576692584-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1576692584-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>In the first few days after surgery, mild to moderate pain may be felt. Pain usually decreases within 1 week and can be controlled with simple painkillers. The development of chronic pain is quite rare.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2083850174\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2083850174-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-when-can-sports-be-started-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2083850174-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>When can sports be started after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2083850174-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2083850174-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Heavy sports activities should be avoided for 4\u20136 weeks after surgery. Light walks are recommended in the early period. Under a doctor\u2019s supervision, exercises can be started gradually after recovery is complete.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-4124713198\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-4124713198-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-is-the-mesh-used-in-inguinal-hernia-surgery-safe?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4124713198-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Is the mesh used in inguinal hernia surgery safe?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-4124713198-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-4124713198-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Meshes used in modern inguinal hernia surgeries are made of biocompatible materials and are generally well tolerated by the body. The risk of infection or allergic reaction is quite low.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-210030790\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-210030790-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-when-can-sexual-intercourse-be-resumed-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-210030790-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>When can sexual intercourse be resumed after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-210030790-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-210030790-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Returning to sexual intercourse is usually possible 2\u20133 weeks after surgery. However, if there is pain, suture sensitivity, or swelling, it may be necessary to wait a bit longer. Feeling comfortable is the most important indicator.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1610351065\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1610351065-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-is-swelling-and-bruising-normal-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1610351065-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Is swelling and bruising normal after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1610351065-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1610351065-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Mild swelling, bruising, or a feeling of tightness in the surgical area is normal and usually decreases within a few weeks. If there is severe pain, redness, or fever, a doctor\u2019s evaluation is recommended.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2394907813\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2394907813-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-can-constipation-be-prevented-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2394907813-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How can constipation be prevented after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2394907813-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2394907813-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>To prevent constipation, eating a fiber-rich diet, drinking plenty of water, and taking light walks in the early period are helpful. If necessary, short-term laxative use may be recommended under a doctor\u2019s supervision.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3473460702\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3473460702-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-long-does-it-take-to-return-to-work-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3473460702-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How long does it take to return to work after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3473460702-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3473460702-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>The time to return to work varies depending on the job. While it is usually possible to return within 1 week for desk jobs, this period may extend up to 3\u20134 weeks for jobs requiring physical effort.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-4031106198\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-4031106198-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-are-the-signs-of-complications-after-inguinal-hernia-surgery?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4031106198-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What are the signs of complications after inguinal hernia surgery?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-4031106198-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-4031106198-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Severe pain, redness, fever, discharge, or increasing swelling may be signs of infection. In addition, if swelling or sudden pain occurs in the leg, urgent medical evaluation is required for possible vascular blockage.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2244848640\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2244848640-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-long-does-inguinal-hernia-surgery-take?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2244848640-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How Long Does Inguinal Hernia Surgery Take?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2244848640-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2244848640-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Inguinal hernia surgery usually takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour. The duration may vary depending on whether an open or laparoscopic surgical method is used. The procedure is shorter in unilateral hernias, while the duration may increase in bilateral or recurrent hernias.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-800767765\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-800767765-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-which-doctor-or-department-should-be-consulted-for-an-inguinal-hernia?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-800767765-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Which Doctor or Department Should Be Consulted for an Inguinal Hernia?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-800767765-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-800767765-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>The specialty that patients with suspected inguinal hernia should consult is general surgery.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_202014290 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":722,"parent":729,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-blank.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2211","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2211","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2211"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2211\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2240,"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2211\/revisions\/2240"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/729"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/722"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2211"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}