Hernia surgery after GRS

[Valkyrie_lux]

Hey y'all.

I am having a mild medical issue and I'm wondering if anyone here has experience with this. I know this might not belong exactly here but I'm not really sure where to ask people about this. I'm a little panicked about it all.

Yesterday my GP diagnosed me with an inguinal hernia. It's not severe but it's uncomfortable and will require surgery to fix. The fact that I am post-op came up as a concern. I guess the concern is if it gets worse, I don't have a scrotal sac for the hernia to spread into. It's not at that point but I have no idea how long it's going to take to schedule surgery. I know a lot of people go for years not even knowing they have a hernia like this.

Does anyone have any experience with this while post-op? My surgery was over a decade ago but I'm still worried about another surgeon poking around in the area. Having the soreness from this is driving up dysphoria and it's a lot of stress.

On top of that, I have FFS scheduled in 3 and a half weeks and I'm scared this could delay it. My GP is making some phone calls but I'm not going to hear anything for a few days yet. If anyone has any advice, experiences, or suggestions, I'd love to hear them.

[Northern Star Girl]

  @Valkyrie_lux 
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past and present and request their professional advice. 
That would be the safest and best thing you could do.
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                  @LoriDee

Hey y'all.

I am having a mild medical issue and I'm wondering if anyone here has experience with this. I know this might not belong exactly here but I'm not really sure where to ask people about this. I'm a little panicked about it all.

Yesterday my GP diagnosed me with an inguinal hernia. It's not severe but it's uncomfortable and will require surgery to fix. The fact that I am post-op came up as a concern. I guess the concern is if it gets worse, I don't have a scrotal sac for the hernia to spread into. It's not at that point but I have no idea how long it's going to take to schedule surgery. I know a lot of people go for years not even knowing they have a hernia like this.

Does anyone have any experience with this while post-op? My surgery was over a decade ago but I'm still worried about another surgeon poking around in the area. Having the soreness from this is driving up dysphoria and it's a lot of stress.

On top of that, I have FFS scheduled in 3 and a half weeks and I'm scared this could delay it. My GP is making some phone calls but I'm not going to hear anything for a few days yet. If anyone has any advice, experiences, or suggestions, I'd love to hear them.

[LoriDee]

Hello Valkyrie_lux,

Welcome to Susan's Place.

Your concerns are valid and something that could be worrisome. But as Danielle pointed out, the best thing to do is speak with medical experts who can help you through this. Medical professionals pretty much have seen it all, so your being post-op should not be a concern. Your bottom surgery was 10 years ago so things will look quite normal down there. Don't panic. Many people can't tell the difference just by looking down there. I suspect even your scars have healed and faded. Since your GP is on top of things and getting answers for you, wait and see what they say. I am certain that they will express your concerns to the surgeons and that means there will be no surprises if anyone is doing a physical exam.

Are you getting regular exams from a gynecologist, or is your GP doing those? Same situation. You have medical professionals that are aware and are going to help you. They are professionals, so let them help.

We wish you the best and hope for a happy outcome. Stay healthy.

[Sarah B]

Hello Valkyrie_lux

My name is Sarah B and I would also like to formally, Welcome you to Susan's Place!

I see that Danielle and Lori have already greeted you and they come with sound advice.  They have already said; that you need to continue to seek expert medical advice in regards to your 'inguinal  hernia'.  I would also in regards to this particular situation would advise the same.

You said;

Hey y'all.

I am having a mild medical issue and I'm wondering if anyone here has experience with this. I know this might not belong exactly here but I'm not really sure where to ask people about this. I'm a little panicked about it all.

Yesterday my GP diagnosed me with an inguinal hernia. It's not severe but it's uncomfortable and will require surgery to fix. The fact that I am post-op came up as a concern. I guess the concern is if it gets worse, I don't have a scrotal sac for the hernia to spread into. It's not at that point but I have no idea how long it's going to take to schedule surgery. I know a lot of people go for years not even knowing they have a hernia like this.

First, if this post is in the wrong place.  Then Danielle or other moderators will move it to a more appropriate place.

Yes, you are having a medical issue and it's a concern for you, your GP is already sorting out your problem.  In the best way that they can.  All I can say at this moment is too take a deep breath and relax, panicking will not solve the issue.  The problem will eventually sort itself out in time.  How do I know this?

I like you, I'm post op of 33 years, I currently have a medical condition called BPH.  In other words I have problems going to wee.  This has been going on for sometime and at the moment I have had the condition diagnosed, by my gynaecologist.  Who I told explicitly that I was post op with my surgery letter.

I never tell 'doctors' about my 'medical condition' unless I really have to.  In other words I do not want other 'doctors or surgeons' poking around and knowing about my 'medical condition'.  I will be speaking with my GP and will be talking about what my options are going to be.

Does anyone have any experience with this while post-op? My surgery was over a decade ago but I'm still worried about another surgeon poking around in the area. Having the soreness from this is driving up dysphoria and it's a lot of stress.

While I do not have this particular medical condition that you have 'inguinal hernia', there maybe other members here on Susan's Place that might have had or still have the medical condition that you have and if they read your post they will come along and if they are willing to share their story, then you will benefit immensely from those stories.

I don't have dysphoria about my condition per se, but I don't want the vestiges that reminds me of my past life.  I want it removed, but it will take time.  So I will take things steadily.

On top of that, I have FFS scheduled in 3 and a half weeks and I'm scared this could delay it. My GP is making some phone calls but I'm not going to hear anything for a few days yet. If anyone has any advice, experiences, or suggestions, I'd love to hear them.

Only your GP can advise you on what path you need to take in regards to this particular situation.

Once you feel comfortable here, it would be appreciated if you add a little bit more about yourself and your past, in the Introduction Forums.  I would appreciate it very much if you do so, as I'm always interested in learning something new,

In addition members of Susan's will more than likely will discuss problems or issues that are similar to yours as most of us have experienced these as well.

Take care and please let us know what happens.

Once again, Welcome to Susan's Place!
Sarah B
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@LoriDee
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@Valkyrie_lux

[Valkyrie_lux]

Thank you for the responses. I apologize, but I'm hesitant to share too much out in the open so I am not sure making an introduction would be something I'd be comfortable doing. It's not you all, I've experienced targeted harassment in the past. I almost didn't post at all because I can't control what is visible by the public. If you have something more secure, I'd love to participate more and talk more privately. Sorry it's that way, but this is the state of the world at the moment. I'm aware I'm a little paranoid, but I have very valid reasons.

I'm in my early 40's and I transitioned as a late teen. I'm relatively new to the area I'm in, so it's taking some time to get my current medical care in order, but I had faced significant medical discrimination with my general care in the past so I have a rough time trusting medical professionals, as I've had "religious beliefs" impact my treatment in places where that's allowed to happen legally. It's less bad where I live now, but I expect the other shoe to drop every time I walk into an office.

Your information is helpful and I think my own anxieties are mostly making this worse for me but my GP isn't really concerned at all. I think his biggest concern is finding someone who will for sure be affirming so the situation is as comfortable as possible  for me. I could really use a "Oh yeah, that happened to me, here's my experience".

[LoriDee]

Perfectly understandable. Our rule here at Susan's is to share only what you are comfortable with. I understand the need to remain as private as possible. Twice, I have had online stalkers track me down through Facebook posts, so I learned to be cautious about sharing too much. Now if they were to try to find me I would say "Good Luck!".

Thank you for continuing the conversation here. You are among friends and may be able to find a post or someone online who has had a similar experience. Hopefully, they can chime in.