TromboneAl
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Well, looks like I've got an inguinal hernia. Thought for a while that I'd just developed really big groin muscles from all the crunches I've been doing, but after some more research, and finding that I could pop it back in, I'm pretty sure it's a hernia.
So I broke my rule about not calling the doctor unless I was in actual pain, and I have an appointment next week.
Think I can go about my normal activities until then (surfing, chopping wood)?
I'm sure the issue of waiting and watching vs. surgery will come up, so I'd be happy to get your opinions. I have a three week SoCal surfing safari planned in August, and I don't want to mess that up.
Is the surgery done laparoscopically these days?
Surgery cost? I have a BCBS HSA with a $3500 deductible, so I'm guessing that will be my cost.
So I broke my rule about not calling the doctor unless I was in actual pain, and I have an appointment next week.
Think I can go about my normal activities until then (surfing, chopping wood)?
I'm sure the issue of waiting and watching vs. surgery will come up, so I'd be happy to get your opinions. I have a three week SoCal surfing safari planned in August, and I don't want to mess that up.
Is the surgery done laparoscopically these days?
Surgery cost? I have a BCBS HSA with a $3500 deductible, so I'm guessing that will be my cost.