I did a lot of research before and spoke with about 25 to 40 people about this. Surgery time from 12 years ago up to just the past year. And all have had great outcomes. Compared to the hernia pain that brought them to getting the surgery.
@@leeseh7137 It's a slow recovery. 6 months now, still dealing with nerve damage done by mesh but it's not progressing as before. my immune system is out of whack too, but I'm slowly getting there. alot of my pains and aches have stopped where they are not getting worse xo
I was in contact pain for 6 months after having the mesh implanted before it even started to get better. It was a year after implantation before the pain finally subsided. And yes, as bad as the hernia pain was, the mesh pain is far worse.
I had inguinal hernia surgery more than 6 years ago and it’s worse than before the surgery, I got that mesh. If you read this, ask your Dr for another option, don't let them put that mesh on you.
And there is no guarantee that it will hold. Had two right inguinal hernias. Laparoscopic in 2011. Hernia returned in 2019. Had open repair. Haven't been the same since. Off and on pain like pinching, tugging, burning, etc I may have a third hernia now. If I need a third surgery it will only be with a specialist that only does hernias. My surgeon blew it twice.
Hernia repair is done by general surgeons. There is no hernia “specialist”. There are general surgeons that sorta market themselves as focusing on hernias.
Wrong. There are hernia specialists and I would much prefer someone who only performs hernia surgery than a general surgeon who performs all surgeries. Had I not had Kaiser and had a PPO plan I would have definitely went to a specialist.
@@alaplex100 Hernia surgery is done by general surgeons. There is no hernia "specialist". There is no hernia "specialist" program. A general surgeon who only does hernia surgeries is still a general surgeon. That doesn't magically create a hernia "specialty". That's not how these things work at all.
I had hernia surgery 2 wks ago. Im back at work with no pain. Did even take the prescribed medicine. My surgeon was shocked when I went back for my follow-up. A lot of people don't follow the proper instructions after surgery
@@terrywilsonjr7870did you have mesh and where was your hernia? I had abdominal hernia with a 3x6 mesh, I'm in some pain still, definitely getting better though, I'm on my 6 week post op
I had inguinal hernia repair at back in 2004. They used a mesh to cover the rip in my abdominal wall. I was 15 then. Never had problems except for the occasional pain when it's cold. Then again I wasn't as active now than I was back then. I'm more careful now.
@@chuckhartey9349I had 2 mesh put in a year ago. Easiest surgery experience and no issues at all (knock on wood). Massive quality of life improvement over having the hernias.
Mesh is a miracle for hernia repair. Erosion is rare. Risk of infection comparable to any surgery. Doesn't really become part of flesh, it provides a larger surface area for scar tissue to form and heal the original problem. IMO the majority of complaints are the direct result of legal advertising, not real problems (majority, not all)
I've had hernia mesh pain for 1 1/2 years. I'm going to the Cleveland Clinic today to have the nerves removed. The CT scan and Ultra sound shows that there is nothing wrong but I am literally suicidal and if it wasn't for my wife and kids I would not be here today. All the doctors I've been to tell me that I have to just live the the pain and wont even give me any pain medication. Which is why I have been driving 10 hours to Ohio.
I’ve had two failed operations that only lasted six months each. The problem is not the mesh in many cases,it’s the weakness around it. I have bad wind and constipation at times plus coughing and sneezing which causes pressure in that area and I’m waiting to see a surgeon for advice. I support the inguinal hernia with Lycra pants which is partially successful and hope to get a purpose made support. I don’t have pain other than the wind and constipation which I’m navigating with a better diet and laxatives from the doctor. I’ve always been careful for six weeks after the procedures.
Had an inguinal hernia repaired at age two. Had double inguinal hernias repaired (slice and dice) in 2008, and now a long term umbilical hernia 17 years later. Never had any problems with the previous surgeries.
That explains a lot. My mesh disintegrated and had to be replaced. My surgeon had to spend a lot of time removing pieces in order to install a new one. My recovery time was much longer and more painful than the first.
the best is wth a mesh but there are risks as ive searched so its a big risk so for me its better to make it without a mesh because of the risks i have a hernis too so i dont know what to do
Sholdice Clinic in Toronto Ontario Canada. Had 2 tears previously repaired at Perth Ontario with mesh had no problem. On day 10 now with Sholdice repair number 3 with fine stainless steel thread, they sew the muscle together. Best in the world. That’s all they specialize in. Had no pain on day 5.
@@ceskir Greetings, I was a Mason like my father. I’m retired now at 64. You might say I worked my guts out. Go to Sholdice if you can, there the best in the world.
Scar tissue joins everything up over time and adhesions can make it almost impossible to remove the mesh without removing something internal also would be the logical assumption.
I had a hernia repair 3 years ago, been on pain management ever since. After 100s of thousands of dollars and multiple doctors denying to help I’m stuck with it.
@MrKatstackz I’m a female with an ingunial hernia ,doctor says the only option is surgery since it will get bigger and worse and the strangulation risk along with it but I’m scared to death of surgeries and all the complications that can happen afterwards and putting a foreign body like mesh inside definately not something I want and I have read the rate of chronic pain after hernia surgery for women is a lot higher then men so I don’t know what to do now.
@selinb8845 Dr's like mesh because they can sew it in faster. It also is supposed to have less of a chance of hernia recurring. The FDA has allowed companies to grandfather in new mesh products and put that mesh on the market without any trials if they already have a previous product. Don't let a Dr bully you into a mesh repair. Worst mistake I ever made.
I'm Suffering with pulled muscle and Unreal pain in my groin and leg I had ingual and femoral hernia mesh it's only been 5 months since Surgery. Wonderful no pain after 4 weeks then started working it's unbearable some days. Surgeon said it will be a year before it gets better
I have been to dr after Dr.. I have nothing but consitpation like carzy.. I have they are saying i have IBSC .. I have never hand anything like this before in my life. I've had CT scans and SO many other scans.. I dont know what to do.. how do i get this out of me.. ?? I feel like im going insane.. Im doing a pill camera next week.. This all started after my hernia mesh..
Sorry to hear that. Dringlichkeit my research I have read that there are some surgeons specialized in removing those meshes... I know only one here in Europe but try to search for someone I wish you healing and relief
Constipation happrns because the intestinal bacterias (flora) are affected by medications they used for pain. Start taking pills for intestinal flora and it will solve the problem.
So what makes people decide to move forward with the initial surgery- is it the constant pain and pressure? Cause reading the comments from people, it may actually may be worse, post op.
Yes, and also there is a constant pain and honestly not everyone does a lot of research, I am one of them, then I start reading and watching this kind of videos after I had my surgery, I really wished I had done more research before my surgery, I am 6 weeks post op and so far it hasn't been that terrible but I'm still in some pain, I'm really hoping I can recover well and I hope I don't have this burning pain I've had during recovery hopefully it continues to get better and there are no major issues
@@yazminvazquez3035 hoping your recovery goes smoothly- hoping I can wait a bit more- I do not feel constant pain and fortunately able to do most of what I enjoy-especially exercising without too much difficulty.
For me I just had a repair done last friday and it was the constant pain and pressure. My first ingunial surgery was in 1999. It took me 3 years to walk unassisted no canes are anything.
@@alanzemsky7695 I would have definitely wait if mine wasn't bothering me, so it's nice that you can do most things without trouble, so if you can wait and works for you that's great!
I am in pain every single day. Had it repaired a couple of times. Then it was removed and put back in(I said I wanted to just be sewn up,no mesh). They didn’t care. They still put a bigger piece in me. I can NOT find anyone to take it out. I feel so , hopeless.
So, what other alternatives are available? It seems like most people don’t have any choice but to get this surgery. The surgery for a mesh is expensive. It’s unfortunate that there are no other safer solutions.
I sometimes get a bit of pain and discomfort from my Inguinal open surgery. No regrets though. I think there was a bad mesh a few years ago that has made the headlines and negativity around mesh repairs, but for the majority of people, it is ok.
Mesh ruined my life (inguinal). Had it removed and my psoas muscle is completely destroyed. My entire pelvis is rotated for the torque. Causes pain all around my body because everything is in a twist. Especially my shoulders. Makes the gym quite challenging. I've suffered upper body injuries because of the compensation patterns caused by the rotated pelvis. Trying to fix it is near impossible since the psoas muscle is a difficult muscle to target and the atrophy is so severe. Mesh is a bad idea.
Yes my mom had a recent hernia repair with mesh about 2 weeks ago n she keeps having severe abd pain at the site took her to the ER today n the ER doctor said she has residual drainage from the site n to f/u with the surgeon for close F/u, thank you for sharing
Hope moms doing getter now. That's how mine started when it went bad... wound up with MRSA in mine and drs almost killed me. Shut down my kidneys wound up in ICU for 2 weeks. 13 years later I'm still having problems because the mesh was defective and they didn't remove it.
I had mine done in 2016 it was a triple hernia operation buy a specialist laparoscopically done and I'm having lots of problems now I can't sit up for long ABS burn like crazy
I was targeted while sleep with mesh lije material i called the police even going to tge hospital where nothing had been done. The hispital made false claims that i was crazy and thus stuff is throughout my scalp vaginal area toes hands face ears throar teeth and eyes. I need asditance with th detection of the mesh plus removal. The material has been cutting pulling on my toes hands legs and scalp. And bunched on my back
Thank you for telling our story. In reality, it’s so much worse than one can imagine.
So what kind of solution???if is not there hernia can come back much earlier and after what one more time surgery?
I did a lot of research before and spoke with about 25 to 40 people about this. Surgery time from 12 years ago up to just the past year. And all have had great outcomes. Compared to the hernia pain that brought them to getting the surgery.
Now these are the better comments
This is exactly what happens and is very painful. I have four meshes.
I have pelvic mesh in place for 19 years. The pain has become unbearable. I am 4 weeks away from having it removed... Finally !
How are you now?
let us know how it went....wishing u all the best
@@leeseh7137 It's a slow recovery. 6 months now, still dealing with nerve damage done by mesh but it's not progressing as before. my immune system is out of whack too, but I'm slowly getting there. alot of my pains and aches have stopped where they are not getting worse xo
I was in contact pain for 6 months after having the mesh implanted before it even started to get better. It was a year after implantation before the pain finally subsided. And yes, as bad as the hernia pain was, the mesh pain is far worse.
Constant pain
That makes me feel soo much better about mine, thank you for sharing ❤
Now how r u?
@@reecemercado5907how r u now?
I had inguinal hernia surgery more than 6 years ago and it’s worse than before the surgery, I got that mesh. If you read this, ask your Dr for another option, don't let them put that mesh on you.
Another option?like if it was 100 options too treat hernias
E@@Fab94340exactly. There is merely one or two way to treat this.
And there is no guarantee that it will hold. Had two right inguinal hernias. Laparoscopic in 2011. Hernia returned in 2019. Had open repair. Haven't been the same since. Off and on pain like pinching, tugging, burning, etc
I may have a third hernia now. If I need a third surgery it will only be with a specialist that only does hernias. My surgeon blew it twice.
Hey
Reply me i have question
Hernia repair is done by general surgeons. There is no hernia “specialist”. There are general surgeons that sorta market themselves as focusing on hernias.
Wrong. There are hernia specialists and I would much prefer someone who only performs hernia surgery than a general surgeon who performs all surgeries. Had I not had Kaiser and had a PPO plan I would have definitely went to a specialist.
@@alaplex100 Hernia surgery is done by general surgeons. There is no hernia "specialist". There is no hernia "specialist" program.
A general surgeon who only does hernia surgeries is still a general surgeon. That doesn't magically create a hernia "specialty". That's not how these things work at all.
I had to know the Cons of it. Thank You.
I had mesh inserted for hernia operation two months ago and no issues whatsoever. No pain at all.
Do you totally recover in 2 week agom
I had hernia surgery 2 wks ago. Im back at work with no pain. Did even take the prescribed medicine. My surgeon was shocked when I went back for my follow-up. A lot of people don't follow the proper instructions after surgery
@@terrywilsonjr7870did you have mesh and where was your hernia? I had abdominal hernia with a 3x6 mesh, I'm in some pain still, definitely getting better though, I'm on my 6 week post op
Had right side mesh put in 30 years ago no problems.Just had left side mesh put in 5 days ago see how this one goes, i'm 65 years old.
Wow no problem at all?
do you workout ? because that plays a big roll
I had inguinal hernia repair at back in 2004. They used a mesh to cover the rip in my abdominal wall. I was 15 then. Never had problems except for the occasional pain when it's cold. Then again I wasn't as active now than I was back then. I'm more careful now.
So I'm back 5 months after the operation and happy to say I am doing fine so far no problems! Knock on Wood!
@@chuckhartey9349I had 2 mesh put in a year ago. Easiest surgery experience and no issues at all (knock on wood). Massive quality of life improvement over having the hernias.
Mesh is a miracle for hernia repair. Erosion is rare. Risk of infection comparable to any surgery. Doesn't really become part of flesh, it provides a larger surface area for scar tissue to form and heal the original problem. IMO the majority of complaints are the direct result of legal advertising, not real problems (majority, not all)
Yep, deconstructionist videographer presenting one side of the picture. 30 years since my surgery. Never a problem.
I had the mesh implant but suddenly was told mine didn't qualify for any compensation.
I've had hernia mesh pain for 1 1/2 years. I'm going to the Cleveland Clinic today to have the nerves removed. The CT scan and Ultra sound shows that there is nothing wrong but I am literally suicidal and if it wasn't for my wife and kids I would not be here today. All the doctors I've been to tell me that I have to just live the the pain and wont even give me any pain medication. Which is why I have been driving 10 hours to Ohio.
How are you now? What kind of mesh was it?
@@safenders C.R. Bard. I had the nerves removed and it didn't help. I had the mesh removed about 3 months ago and it is just starting to get better.
@@garysgarage3669 Glad you feel better. What kind of hernia was it?
@@nal6083 I had a double Inguinal hernia.
Jump, jump, jump, jump
We are still searching for a surgeon in NE TEXAS that can do a small (1 to 2 cm) inguinal hernia repair without mesh.
Do you have any resources yet?
I’ve had two failed operations that only lasted six months each. The problem is not the mesh in many cases,it’s the weakness around it. I have bad wind and constipation at times plus coughing and sneezing which causes pressure in that area and I’m waiting to see a surgeon for advice. I support the inguinal hernia with Lycra pants which is partially successful and hope to get a purpose made support. I don’t have pain other than the wind and constipation which I’m navigating with a better diet and laxatives from the doctor.
I’ve always been careful for six weeks after the procedures.
My husband has had a mesh for many years. No problems whatsoever.
Had an inguinal hernia repaired at age two. Had double inguinal hernias repaired (slice and dice) in 2008, and now a long term umbilical hernia 17 years later. Never had any problems with the previous surgeries.
That explains a lot. My mesh disintegrated and had to be replaced. My surgeon had to spend a lot of time removing pieces in order to install a new one. My recovery time was much longer and more painful than the first.
so what is the best solution fot inguinal hernia?
the best is wth a mesh but there are risks as ive searched so its a big risk so for me its better to make it without a mesh because of the risks i have a hernis too so i dont know what to do
Sholdice Clinic in Toronto Ontario Canada. Had 2 tears previously repaired at Perth Ontario with mesh had no problem. On day 10 now with Sholdice repair number 3 with fine stainless steel thread, they sew the muscle together. Best in the world. That’s all they specialize in. Had no pain on day 5.
@@Muddpuppy4real do you work oit or lift something heavy or run?
@@ceskir Greetings, I was a Mason like my father. I’m retired now at 64. You might say I worked my guts out. Go to Sholdice if you can, there the best in the world.
My Inguinal Hernia was HUGE, I wasn't offered a choice.
Hopefully I won't have any problems. I'm 82 and a major surgery might not be an option.
Why would the surgeon need to remove any part of my internal organs ? The mesh was placed on the OUTSIDE of my abdominal wall.
Scar tissue joins everything up over time and adhesions can make it almost impossible to remove the mesh without removing something internal also would be the logical assumption.
Looks two window screens were sacrificed for this video.
I had a hernia repair 3 years ago, been on pain management ever since. After 100s of thousands of dollars and multiple doctors denying to help I’m stuck with it.
Did you use mesh?
@MrKatstackz I’m a female with an ingunial hernia ,doctor says the only option is surgery since it will get bigger and worse and the strangulation risk along with it but I’m scared to death of surgeries and all the complications that can happen afterwards and putting a foreign body like mesh inside definately not something I want and I have read the rate of chronic pain after hernia surgery for women is a lot higher then men so I don’t know what to do now.
Get it fixed but do not use mesh if they can fix it without mesh. Go to a hernia specialist to fix it.
@@selinb8845 What have you done? Look up both Ovitex and Shouldice repair methods.
@selinb8845 Dr's like mesh because they can sew it in faster. It also is supposed to have less of a chance of hernia recurring.
The FDA has allowed companies to grandfather in new mesh products and put that mesh on the market without any trials if they already have a previous product.
Don't let a Dr bully you into a mesh repair. Worst mistake I ever made.
I had a hernia mesh put in body in 2001 how do i get it removed
I'm Suffering with pulled muscle and Unreal pain in my groin and leg I had ingual and femoral hernia mesh it's only been 5 months since Surgery. Wonderful no pain after 4 weeks then started working it's unbearable some days. Surgeon said it will be a year before it gets better
How r u now?
Is there any other way to repair it
I have been to dr after Dr.. I have nothing but consitpation like carzy.. I have they are saying i have IBSC .. I have never hand anything like this before in my life. I've had CT scans and SO many other scans.. I dont know what to do.. how do i get this out of me.. ?? I feel like im going insane.. Im doing a pill camera next week.. This all started after my hernia mesh..
Sorry to hear that. Dringlichkeit my research I have read that there are some surgeons specialized in removing those meshes... I know only one here in Europe but try to search for someone
I wish you healing and relief
Hello, I would like to know what did you end up doing.. I just started the nightmare.. I’m looking for advice, I’ll appreciate it!
Constipation happrns because the intestinal bacterias (flora) are affected by medications they used for pain. Start taking pills for intestinal flora and it will solve the problem.
So what makes people decide to move forward with the initial surgery- is it the constant pain and pressure? Cause reading the comments from people, it may actually may be worse, post op.
A strangulated hernia can be life threatening.
Yes, and also there is a constant pain and honestly not everyone does a lot of research, I am one of them, then I start reading and watching this kind of videos after I had my surgery, I really wished I had done more research before my surgery, I am 6 weeks post op and so far it hasn't been that terrible but I'm still in some pain, I'm really hoping I can recover well and I hope I don't have this burning pain I've had during recovery hopefully it continues to get better and there are no major issues
@@yazminvazquez3035 hoping your recovery goes smoothly- hoping I can wait a bit more- I do not feel constant pain and fortunately able to do most of what I enjoy-especially exercising without too much difficulty.
For me I just had a repair done last friday and it was the constant pain and pressure. My first ingunial surgery was in 1999. It took me 3 years to walk unassisted no canes are anything.
@@alanzemsky7695 I would have definitely wait if mine wasn't bothering me, so it's nice that you can do most things without trouble, so if you can wait and works for you that's great!
My mesh recovery was bad. But short. I started working out daily. Solves 95% of the symptoms I want it removed. Might take it out.
I am in pain every single day. Had it repaired a couple of times. Then it was removed and put back in(I said I wanted to just be sewn up,no mesh). They didn’t care. They still put a bigger piece in me. I can NOT find anyone to take it out. I feel so , hopeless.
PRAYERS!!!❤🩹
@@1SALADLOVER ❤️ Thank you
Hope you'll feel better
So what's the alternative?
shouldice hernia surgery
@@CK8652And who does that outside of that Canadian institute?
So, what other alternatives are available? It seems like most people don’t have any choice but to get this surgery. The surgery for a mesh is expensive. It’s unfortunate that there are no other safer solutions.
I sometimes get a bit of pain and discomfort from my Inguinal open surgery. No regrets though. I think there was a bad mesh a few years ago that has made the headlines and negativity around mesh repairs, but for the majority of people, it is ok.
I still have pain 2 yrs after groin hernia repair. On 3 different medications now just for this.
Mesh ruined my life (inguinal). Had it removed and my psoas muscle is completely destroyed. My entire pelvis is rotated for the torque. Causes pain all around my body because everything is in a twist. Especially my shoulders. Makes the gym quite challenging. I've suffered upper body injuries because of the compensation patterns caused by the rotated pelvis. Trying to fix it is near impossible since the psoas muscle is a difficult muscle to target and the atrophy is so severe. Mesh is a bad idea.
Did you have lap surgery?
@@krisztianwirsz3612 yes
@@krisztianwirsz3612 and open. Took 2 surgeries to get it out
@@vincewarren1271 did the mesh attach to your psoas?
@krisztianwirsz3612 not that I know of. It just stopped it from functioning so the muscle atrophied.
Yes my mom had a recent hernia repair with mesh about 2 weeks ago n she keeps having severe abd pain at the site took her to the ER today n the ER doctor said she has residual drainage from the site n to f/u with the surgeon for close F/u, thank you for sharing
Hope moms doing getter now.
That's how mine started when it went bad... wound up with MRSA in mine and drs almost killed me.
Shut down my kidneys wound up in ICU for 2 weeks.
13 years later I'm still having problems because the mesh was defective and they didn't remove it.
Can anyone recommend a dr in the southwestern USA who can repair hernias without mesh?
Did you find one in Southwest USA @beowulf916
There is a place if you go to Florida that does the Desarda repair with no mesh.
Why cant they use some kind of skin graph or animal or organic material!
Desarda technique.
How do i get rid of hihatal hernia pain? It sucks!
How long does it usually take before noticing problems?
I had mine done in 2016 it was a triple hernia operation buy a specialist laparoscopically done and I'm having lots of problems now I can't sit up for long ABS burn like crazy
Oh I forgot to mention the blockages I've had real bad I had to go to the hospital three times
Mesh anything will cause pain.
My surgery failed just days after. I'm not near healed and the hernia is back big as ever
How are you doing
The mesh that my surgeon recommends dissolves over several months.
I assume they used animal tissue, or maybe yours? I hope it works for you.
It worked?
My life has been ruined by hernia mesh, done in Austin.
I'm sorry Pamela. Let me know if there is anyone I can possibly connect you with to try to get you some help.
@@tgruca I have been going to Dr. David Krpata at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. He is the only doctor that I have seen that will do anything.
I am in constant pain from mesh. Patch and plug mesh. I can't get out of bed hardly. All I do is try to get help and cry.
@@darlaballard5654how u feeling noww
I am sorry I feel your pain I just got my surgery 2 months ago and it still hurts
I Regret my surgery
I don't recommend mess
look for alternative
@Trisha57 I would try anything to heal my ingunial hernia naturally I really don’t want surgery
I was targeted while sleep with mesh lije material i called the police even going to tge hospital where nothing had been done. The hispital made false claims that i was crazy and thus stuff is throughout my scalp vaginal area toes hands face ears throar teeth and eyes. I need asditance with th detection of the mesh plus removal. The material has been cutting pulling on my toes hands legs and scalp. And bunched on my back
What? Lol
yup... youre crazy alright lol
Thinking of getting this done, now I won’t, thanks
Has anyone had Phasix mesh? Absorbal
No benefit, go for tissue repair
@@Factsbazzar is that the japanese tehnique?
And what do they do when they get the mesh out
I believe this could work. Have you had it?
could they put a biological mesh that degrades with the time ?
There are such things, but results apparently aren’t as sturdy.
creep comment from me...Terri Gruca was sexiest at all
You are very beautiful my friend 😃❤️❤️