Struggling With Hernia Post-operation, Need Advice

airforce1

Apr 04, 2012 8:57 am

neeed help i have 5 hernia operation changed bag to other side have hernia on that side what are some of the info you guys can give

1. have trouble with keeping a abg on

2 changhe more often

3 still working but the swelling is getting bigger

any ideas do i addmitted myself anf get it sorted or what

Mant thanks lisa

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airforce1

Apr 04, 2012 8:58 am

spelling not the best on morphine sorry just looked

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kinder

Apr 07, 2012 6:30 pm

airforce1

Hopefully someone has told you to get a hernia support belt. You can get them in many sizes from 9 inches wide down to 3 inches. Nu-Hope is the company that makes them and they also have them fitted for whichever appliance you use. I had to have one after I got a hernia from coughing so hard. The only time I take it off is at night when I go to bed or when I take a shower. It also helps keep your appliance on as the stoma fits through a hole and the belt keeps the appliance tight to your skin. The swelling does not sound good I would also see your doctor to see if you've developed another hernia.

Kinder

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