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@drtowfigh thank you so much for your prompt reply. Is there a specific protocol for ultrasound that needs to be requested?

After using the the search feature, I found this thread[0] which describes a protocol used for MRI of occult hernias. Unfortunately the image you posted back then (of the protocol) is blurry. Is there anywhere else I can…[Read more]

@drtowfigh The definition of success is what I have been wondering about (in fact many others have as well) i.e. does this include follow up for potential problems? Since joining in this forum I am inclined to say that most of the times it does not…I guess this is the question for many who consider hernia surgery i.e. whether they can follow the…[Read more]

Many thanks for your reply @drtowfigh, I very much appreciate it.

From the Moloney Darn reports and meta-studies I’ve read, as you say, the majority of more recent studies do tend to be in developing countries, but they do appear to evidence very low recurrence rates and chronic pain rates that are at least on a par with the Shouldice and…[Read more]

Thanks for your reply Good intentions, it’s a very valid point with big businesses so involved in medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.

Re the Moloney darn and other variants of the darn repair technique, they’re clearly more cost effective than a mesh repair, as long as the recurrence rates are pretty equal. If they are as effective or more so…[Read more]

@drtowfigh, for clarification I should add that my issue arose way beyond 90da., one approaching a year and a half post. I don’t want any readers to think mine happened within 90da. because if it did, the mistreatment would be outrageous, outrageous. 😀 (I don’t think the time is so different though because surgery is surgery.)

@drtowfigh, that’s awesome to hear. Because American society is an open society, its “dirty laundry” is easily criticized; yet it often leads toward advancement of civilization, a word I use sparingly. It’s great what you said. I never heard of such a formalized policy. I’m sure its helpful for both doctor and patient and overall advances medical…[Read more]

Thanks @drtowfigh. I do see some mentions of Florida hernia surgeon specialists, but not necessarily mesh removal specialists. Would those doctors be top of their game as to mesh removal as well? Thanks so much

Dr. Towfigh offers online consultations and is known for her skill in reading images. I don’t know if she charges for her consultations but you can submit a request online or call and find out. Definitely worth a shot. Good luck. Hernia Talk is Dr. Towfigh’s web site.…[Read more]

@drtowfigh Thanks for interpreting the study. I didn’t know about bromelain/pineapple for fighting inflammation; I will try it — thanks @thunderrose.

thank you doctor brown.

is there any possibility that a necessary neurectomy, some nerve (ilioinguinal, iliohipogastrico or genitofemural) could affect the erection?

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@drtowfigh @drbrown or any other doctor that is willing to weigh in about the post directly above ^ — can a doctor weigh in please? This thread sort of reached a point where there’s an interesting question hanging, and input from those who’s opinions would carry the most weight / respect I am guessing would be appreciated…

The question from ab…[Read more]

“Patient reported outcome (PRO)
The AHSQC plans to develop a questionnaire that is valid for addressing long-term catastrophic mesh related complications. ”

Maybe the questionnaire is done? @drtowfigh

I don’t see it on the web page.

https://www.ahsqc.org/

@baris thank you for following up with your results. You are one of the few people who has both types of hernia repair at the same time.

For removing the mesh that you have, behind the rectus muscle, that is the normal placement for a laparoscopic implantation, and for certain “anterior” approach open methods. It’s normal to have it there. The…[Read more]