Hernia far away from home

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19/04/2006 | 16:15 | מאת: omer

Hello, I am travelling in india AND was diagnosed with Hernia 2 days ago Its a minor hernia, barely visible. most noticable for the asimmetry. its about the size of a thumb AND barely hurts the intestine goes back to stomach when i lay down on bed The doctor who diagnosed it said i can continue travel if i dont make big physical efforts OR carry heavy weights. I'm very dubious AND anxious about my trip's future. is it safe to travel with a small hernia? is it okay to make long walks (4-7 hours a day) with no weight on me? how can i know if the situation of hernia aggravates? only by size AND pain? please help decide quickly wether to go home AND operate OR travel easily. many thanks!

21/04/2006 | 12:35 | מאת: ד"ר ספוליאנסקי

Hi Omer. It is very difficalt to advise .Hernia need operation, there is no other treatment , the question is when ? so if you feel sudenly pain -unusual in the groin go immediatly to see a doctor.

21/04/2006 | 14:59 | מאת: omer

so basicly if i travel with light weight on me, making no physical big efforts, AND if the hernia is reduceable AND not hurting i can continue travelling? from what ive understood, even if i go home theres a big chance i'll wait for months for operation since my hernia isn't accute.

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