Shouldice Inguinal Hernia Repair - Day Two After Surgery

Shouldice Hernia Repair - Day Two After Surgery
This guide addresses what to expect on the second day of recovery after Shouldice hernia repair surgery.
Similar to Day One:
Pain levels are often similar or slightly worse than the first day due to cellular swelling.
Tylenol, ibuprofen, and ice remain the primary pain management strategy.
Apply ice to the surgical site as needed to help with managing pain.
Increased Swelling:
Swelling may be noticeable around the incision site and potentially the original hernia location.
Healing ridge may become apparent.
Bruising may develop around the surgical area and travel down the leg or groin as well as into the scrotum and penis in men and labia in women. Colors may vary from black and blue to yellow or even green and purple.
Key Takeaways:
Day two can be the peak of pain after surgery. This will last from day two to day 5 typically.
Bruising and swelling are normal and can appear in unexpected locations.
Keyword List:
Shouldice hernia repair
Post-operative care
Pain management
Swelling
Healing itch
Bruising
Second day after surgery
Discoloration