Do’s and Don’ts After Hernia Surgery :

Do’s :

• Ambulatory Hernia surgery allows patients to walk as much as possible, which helps in faster recovery. One can climb the staircases as per one’s ability.

• Normal diet and plenty of liquids are advised, with mild laxatives at night to help smooth bowel movement.
• Rest at home for 2-3 days is advised.
• Patient can take bath everyday if advised.
• To take medicines regularly as advised.
• To visit his Surgeon periodically for first 3 months and thereafter when  required.

Don’ts :

• • Avoid strenuous work and lifting weight over 5kg, for 2 months.
  • Avoid diet which may cause cough and cold, and if present to take treatment for the same immediately.
  • Avoid bending forward too frequently.
  • Do not continue to suffer from constipation, but treat it at the earliest.
  • Do not gain weight for at least 6 months post-operatively.
  • Avoid talking too loudly.
  • Avoid Yoga and other exercises as per the advice of his Surgeon and perform only such exercises as permitted by the Surgeon.