Question 1

My dad is 65 and has COPD from smoking and exposure to harmful gases for 15 years. He also has a hernia we know COPD isn't curable, but is it safe for him to have hernia surgery now given his condition?

Accepted Answer

It's understandable to be concerned about hernia surgery in someone with COPD. While COPD itself isn't curable, a hernia surgery can be safe if the patient's lung function is within acceptable limits and proper management is in place.

Question 2

I have several 57mm stones in my gallbladder can they be removed without surgery or is that my only option

Accepted Answer

While gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) is often the preferred treatment for symptomatic gallstones, including those as large as 57mm, there are some non-surgical options available. These include medications to dissolve stones, and in rare cases, shock wave lithotripsy. However, the effectiveness and suitability of these alternatives vary, and surgery may still be necessary, especially for larger or symptomatic stones

Question 3

The pain in my groin area has reduced but there's still a lump even though the report confirmed a hernia do I really need surgery also my mom has severe back pain when she climbs stairs or does too much work what should we do about it

Accepted Answer

Persistent lump despite pain relief suggests hernia is still present‚Äîsurgery is advised to prevent future complications; for your mom, spine X-ray and physio are recommended.

I have asymptomatic gallstones and recently recovered from COVID-19 can I safely postpone surgery for about 4 months or should I get it done sooner? Just worried about any risks if I delay it.

NO RISK TO DELAY, YOU CAN DO ANYTIME .

More General Surgery Health Queries

My dad is 65 and has COPD from smoking and exposure to harmful gases for 15 years. He also has a hernia we know COPD isn't curable, but is it safe for him to have hernia surgery now given his condition?

I have several 57mm stones in my gallbladder can they be removed without surgery or is that my only option

The pain in my groin area has reduced but there's still a lump even though the report confirmed a hernia do I really need surgery also my mom has severe back pain when she climbs stairs or does too much work what should we do about it

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