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Dr. Alan Y. Sadah

Urologist

Dr. Alan Sadah is a urologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Sadah specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Dr. Alan Y. Sadah
  • Chicago, IL
  • Accepting new patients

What is the treatment for inguinal hernia?

Depends how symptomatic you are, with pain, or if the hernia interferes with the daily activities, and if there is any protrusion of any bowel that may make it irreducible (strangulation). READ MORE
Depends how symptomatic you are, with pain, or if the hernia interferes with the daily activities, and if there is any protrusion of any bowel that may make it irreducible (strangulation). Under these conditions surgery is recommended. Conservative approach would include avoiding heavy activities, lifting, gaining weight, and wearing a truss belt. If greater than 50 and with symptoms of enlarged prostate, it is best to consider having surgical repair.