I need a hernia operation

[TechBoyJK]

Whatever the cause was I dont know, but I have a hernai cause I feel contents from my abdomens slipping down into groin. Has anybody had this surgery, and how much did it cost? I dont have insurance.

 

[Batti]

I don't think you have much choice...

 

[T2T III]

I'm not sure why you don't have insurance. I know it's pretty expensive, but they sell catastrophic policies for pretty cheap - with low monthly premiums.

OK, with that put aside, I really wouldn't avoid this operation. Has your doctor explained the risks if you were to not go ahead with the operation?

 

[Random Variable]

I'll do it for $39.95.

 

[aidanjm]

get a diagnosis. have you been to a dr?

 

[SacrosanctFiend]

There are many factors in cost such as the type of hernia (epigastric, spigelian, etc.) and procedure (reduction or excision). You'll need to see a doctor before anything can be determined. It's gonna drain you a hell of alot.

 

[warcrow]

OMFG!OMFG!

 

[ToeStub]

I have had three, all covered by workers compensation. Don't believe them when they say you will be back to work in a week. They are lieing. The drugs are pretty good, though. :thumbsup:

 

[djNickb]

I had a hernia but it was when I was an infant so the only thing I know about it is the scar 2 inches below my beltline.

 

[Nikamichi]

Originally posted by: Vespasian
I'll do it for $39.95.

Nice, that's the lowest price I've seen on the net.

 

[Mallow]

Is it an indirect or direct hernia? Can you actually palpate your intestines through your scrotum? If so you can take a stethoscope and listen to bowl sounds in your scrotum... cool eh?

 

[FoBoT]

good luck

i don't know any surgeons

 

[thomsbrain]

Originally posted by: Mallow
Is it an indirect or direct hernia? Can you actually palpate your intestines through your scrotum? If so you can take a stethoscope and listen to bowl sounds in your scrotum... cool eh?

definetely NOT cool

 

[notfred]

What exactly is a hernia, anyway?

 

[SacrosanctFiend]

Originally posted by: notfred
What exactly is a hernia, anyway?

Protrusion of a part or structure through the tissues normally containing it.

 

[Hoober]

Originally posted by: notfred
What exactly is a hernia, anyway?

Pretty sure it's when the muscles in your abdomen squeeze your intestines.

 

[Ranger X]

How did you get this hernia? Weight-lifting?

 

[MrCodeDude]

How can you tell if you have a hernia?

 

[everman]

Ouch, you definitly need medical insurance. I know a few people who would be either dead or out cold on the street if they didn't have it. (They're doing fine now)

 

[Damn Dirty Ape]

Originally posted by: TechBoyJK
Whatever the cause was I dont know, but I have a hernai cause I feel contents from my abdomens slipping down into groin. Has anybody had this surgery, and how much did it cost? I dont have insurance.

Had an uncomplicated procedure at a regional hospital here, I was in 23 hours, $3866 . It was traditional cut and stitch , no laproscopic. It involved a patch of 'marlex' mesh instead of pulling the hole together. It did take a couple of weeks before I started feeling decent. This was in 1993. Never a problem since, wish I had done it sooner.

Good luck, I kept mine a secret for about 7 years until I could stand it no longer after I pushed it over the edge shoveling snow one day. Not sure what I was thinking, but just did not want to go throught what would be my first (and still only) surgical procedure.

 

[aidanjm]

Originally posted by: Hellspawn
I kept mine a secret for about 7 years until I could stand it no longer after I pushed it over the edge shoveling snow one day. Not sure what I was thinking, but just did not want to go throught what would be my first (and still only) surgical procedure.

How do you keep it a secret? And why?

 

i have a rip right above my belly button...i have yet to see a dr about it though :\

 

[aidanjm]

Originally posted by: troytime
i have a rip right above my belly button...i have yet to see a dr about it though :\

What do you mean, a rip?

 

[Fritzo]

No insurance you're looking at a good $2000-$5000

It's not that big of deal though. I think they can do it outpatient now.

 

Originally posted by: aidanjm

Originally posted by: troytime
i have a rip right above my belly button...i have yet to see a dr about it though :\

What do you mean, a rip?

a hernia
the muscle/lining is ripped and my intestines are popping out


pleasant thought huh