“How long is inguinal hernia treatment?”

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“How long is inguinal hernia treatment?”

I have an inguinal hernia. How long is inguinal hernia treatment?

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**Nawar Alkhamesi** Colon and Rectal Surgeon Richland, WA · Accepted Answer

Nawar Alkhamesi Colon and Rectal Surgeon Richland, WA

Th eoperatin takes about 1 hour and the recovery about 7 days

**Audrey C. Durrant** Surgeon Urbana, IL · Accepted Answer

Audrey C. Durrant Surgeon Urbana, IL

Treatment is surgery, which for an uncomplicated inguinal hernia is an outpatient procedure.

**Dr. Natasha E. Kelly** Surgeon Ansonia, CT · Accepted Answer

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

If there is pain, then Surgery has to be performed. It can take up to 3-6 months to heal appropriately.