teen experience after inguinal hernia surgery as a toddler

Posted by john54326 @john54326, Apr 28, 2023

I want to be aware of any risks or predispositions I have because I had an inguinal hernia surgery (what I assume it is after hearing my parent's account of it) when I was a toddler. Not sure on the exact age I had it but it was at least 13 years ago. I recently got into fitness and now I'm wondering, do I have anything to worry about? My parents recently brought up me having to wear some kind of tight briefs when I trained to be safe but will that really help?

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Apr 29, 2023

Hi @john54326, this is a good question to ask your doctor.

Here is some general guidance from Mayo Clinic:
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Is Strength Training Safe for Teens? https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-q-and-a-is-strength-training-safe-for-teens/

Both strength training and cardio exercise are good things for one's health. Given your history as a baby, it would be best to check with your doctor if there are any specific exercises you should avoid or precautions you should take.