Patient's question:
My father is 60 years old this year. Lately, he had abdominal pain and went to the hospital for a thorough examination, where it was diagnosed as an inguinal hernia. There was no possibility of recovery through self-care, so he underwent an inguinal hernia surgery. It has been more than a month since the surgery, and it should have healed, but he still says he has abdominal pain. What should I do if an elderly person has abdominal pain more than a month after inguinal hernia surgery?Doctor's answer:
For elderly patients, the likelihood of recurrence after a hernia surgery is relatively high. It is also necessary to pay attention to providing nursing training. On a daily basis, it is important to maintain a balance between rest and activity. Appropriately increasing water intake, consuming fresh fruits and vegetables, and eating green roughage foods can effectively alleviate constipation. If constipation occurs, straining during bowel movements can easily lead to recurrence. It may also be necessary to pay attention to avoiding acute or chronic cough, as well as various conditions that can cause an increase in intra-abdominal pressure.