dh305
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dh305 replied to the topic Mesh pain and discomfort that comes and goes in the forum Hernia Discussion 3 weeks ago
I would love to know how many people percentage-wise truly fully recover after mesh removal. Obviously, those on this forum for the most part had a terrible outcome from their surgery, and thinking of doing another one to undo it is a very scary proposition to say the least. Especially when it seems lots of people had no benefit from removal of…[Read more]
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dh305 replied to the topic Mesh pain and discomfort that comes and goes in the forum Hernia Discussion 3 weeks ago
Dr Yunis wanted me to get a CT scan before really opining. However, I got freaked out over the CT scan before my appointment because I’ve already had one in the pelvis and two in the abdomen already. Concerned about excess radiation. I probably will get the scans. Problem
Is I have mesh on both sides and it’s over 3 hour procedure. That to me…[Read more] -
dh305 replied to the topic Mesh pain and discomfort that comes and goes in the forum Hernia Discussion 3 weeks, 2 days ago
I hear you. My situation almost mirrors your situation to a tee. Pain level about the same, but always there. The doctors call it more of an “annoyance“ then pain. I met Dr Yunis, mainly because of the reviews. I don’t know, with the level of discomfort I have, mesh removal seems like killing a flea with a bazooka gun. Seems like a very invol…[Read more]
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dh305 replied to the topic Happy Thanksgiving in the forum Hernia Discussion 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Looking forward to it. Thanks for all you do, and have a great thanksgiving!
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dh305 replied to the topic CT scan risks in the forum Hernia Discussion 2 months ago
Thanks, Dr. T.
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dh305 replied to the topic CT scan risks in the forum Hernia Discussion 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Thanks for the insights.
They say the one I got right after my surgery, which is a little over a year old, is not helpful, and they prefer a newer image now that I’ve healed. I pushed back because I am nervous about the exposure. Especially because we have a prostate cancer risk running in our family.
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dh305 started the topic CT scan risks in the forum Hernia Discussion 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Being evaluated for post-surgery hernia chronic pain, and my surgeon wants a CT scan of the pelvis without contrast.
This would be my third one of the pelvis.
Had one done about eight years ago, then one done last year, and this would be the 3rd.
The doctor wants to see the permanent tacks used to affix the mesh, and am told that an MRI is…[Read more]
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dh305 replied to the topic Tack removal in the forum Hernia Discussion 3 months, 1 week ago
Thank you.
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dh305 started the topic Tack removal in the forum Hernia Discussion 3 months, 1 week ago
Hello. I had bilateral inguinal hernia performed laproscopically with mesh. Have nagging pain bilaterally with activity. Mesh was affixed with permanent tacks. Have been given the option of removing the tacks robotically for pain resolution with leaving the mesh in place as it’s already incorporated. Has anyone had this procedure, and if so, p…[Read more]
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dh305 replied to the topic HerniaTalk **LIVE** Q&A sessions in the forum Hernia Discussion 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Somehow got a password and joined. It was fantastic! Thanks so much for your time!
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dh305 replied to the topic HerniaTalk **LIVE** Q&A sessions in the forum Hernia Discussion 9 months, 2 weeks ago
So sorry, but tried to join and I did not have the password that I needed.
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dh305 replied to the topic HerniaTalk **LIVE** Q&A sessions in the forum Hernia Discussion 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Great!
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dh305 replied to the topic What were the signs you had a recurrence? in the forum Hernia Discussion 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Ive also noticed my pubic area seems fattier since my surgery (9 months ago)
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dh305 replied to the topic HerniaTalk **LIVE** Q&A sessions in the forum Hernia Discussion 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Zoom is a great platform and readily accessible.
Maybe members can submit their questions in advance by a certain time?
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dh305 replied to the topic HerniaTalk **LIVE** Q&A sessions in the forum Hernia Discussion 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Great idea! Wish all doctors were like you.
Facebook live or Instagram are my suggestions.
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dh305 started the topic Ultrasound prep in the forum Hernia Discussion 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Hello All and @drtowfigh
I’m getting an ultrasound this week to help to find out what is giving me discomfort.
Any prep instructions to get the best imaging? I’ve gotten no guidance, of course.
Do you fast before it?
All the script says is “abdominal ultrasound”.
The surgeon told me to tell the technician to get some images while I’m “be…[Read more] -
dh305 replied to the topic Exploratory surgery in the forum Hernia Discussion 11 months ago
Just to follow-up @drbrown and @drtowfigh I met with my original surgeon today and now he’s ordered an abdominal ultrasound. Valvasa? Any suggestions on prep or what to ask of the technician so that I get the most out of it? Thanks for the encouragement!
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dh305 replied to the topic Exploratory surgery in the forum Hernia Discussion 11 months ago
Thanks to all for your insights. I am going to push for imaging. Thanks @drtowfigh
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dh305 replied to the topic Exploratory surgery in the forum Hernia Discussion 11 months, 1 week ago
Thanks @drbrown I am seeing my first surgeon on Monday and will inquire about this. Thanks for your insights
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dh305 replied to the topic Exploratory surgery in the forum Hernia Discussion 11 months, 1 week ago
@drbrown both my original surgeon, and second opinion surgeon, are not inclined to order imaging for me. They both say the same thing: by doing a physical exam they feel everything is intact, and that imaging will not help them figure out why I am getting the soreness and stiffness that I feel when I am more active.
With regard to injections, they…[Read more] - Load More