Patient's question:
What should I do if my wound opened after the groin hernia surgery and the stitches came out! I had the surgery at a local hospital. In the daytime, the stitches were removed, and in the evening, after going home, I started bleeding and went to our local hospital. When the doctor examined the wound, it was split open into a large gap. The doctor changed the dressing and said it couldn't be stitched anymore, but that it would heal on its own.What kind of help do I need: How should the wound be cared for after a traditional hernia surgery?
Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, for a hernia to heal and form a scar, the hernia ring opening needs to scar and grow firmly. There are two types of hernia treatment: surgical and non-surgical. Hernia surgery primarily refers to hernia repair surgery, which involves using sutures to forcibly gather the sides of the scar to repair it. After surgery, patients experience significant pain, and when intra-abdominal pressure decreases (such as coughing, constipation, or lifting heavy objects), it is very easy for the repair to tear, leading to a recurrence of the hernia. It is recommended that you visit the hospital early for follow-up treatment and receive appropriate care. Wishing you good health.