A hernia is effectively a defect in the abdominal wall, which acts to contain the inner organ. The defect results in a hole through which muscle can sometimes go. Although in the majority of cases hernias don’t pose a serious threat, it is a god idea to deal with them as soon as possible. One way in which to do this is through mesh surgery. This technique utilizes surgical mesh, which is placed beneath the hernia to repair it and reduces the chances of it reoccurring.
A variety of side effects can result from mesh/hernia surgery. They depend upon the nature and positioning of the hernia and the individual patient. Some people experience no side effects after surgery whatsoever. One common side effect felt immediately after the operation is pain in the area of the hernia. Usually, this will cease after two to three days. In a small minority of cases pain can persist in the long term - if this is the case a Doctor should be consulted.
Infection of the incision site is also a possibility - although again, it is very rare. Infection is more common in elderly patients as their immune systems will be weaker. Symptoms of an infection include redness, discharge and fever. Infections will sometimes require antibiotic treatment, although many will pass on their own.
Depending on the location if a hernia, damage to other organs or structures may occur. The intestine could be affected, as well as blood vessels and veins. These kinds of issues arise most commonly in men, as they have blood vessels to the testicles close to where hernias often occur, as well as tubes carrying sperm. Surgeons take care to avoid damage to internal structures whilst carrying out the mesh procedure, so problems such as these are uncommon.
A variety of side effects can result from mesh/hernia surgery. They depend upon the nature and positioning of the hernia and the individual patient. Some people experience no side effects after surgery whatsoever. One common side effect felt immediately after the operation is pain in the area of the hernia. Usually, this will cease after two to three days. In a small minority of cases pain can persist in the long term - if this is the case a Doctor should be consulted.
Infection of the incision site is also a possibility - although again, it is very rare. Infection is more common in elderly patients as their immune systems will be weaker. Symptoms of an infection include redness, discharge and fever. Infections will sometimes require antibiotic treatment, although many will pass on their own.
Depending on the location if a hernia, damage to other organs or structures may occur. The intestine could be affected, as well as blood vessels and veins. These kinds of issues arise most commonly in men, as they have blood vessels to the testicles close to where hernias often occur, as well as tubes carrying sperm. Surgeons take care to avoid damage to internal structures whilst carrying out the mesh procedure, so problems such as these are uncommon.
