Thigh pain from hernia surgery?

Question

I had open hernia surgery more than 6 weeks ago. I have had ongoing problems from the surgery, most of which are frustrating but not entirely rare--ongoing testicle pain (to the point where jogging any real distance is impossible), burning where my nerves are down there.

But one thing I have not read about much is occurring too: When I try to go up an escalator quickly or run (for 50 yards or so), I end up getting what I call a severe "thigh ache." My thigh gets pain throughout it--usually near the top and on the inside, though it can vary. Then, after a minute or two, it subsides.

Anyone else had this symptom? Is it another sign of nerve entrapment or something else possibly?

Thanks.

Answer 1

I also had open hernia surgery on my left side several weeks ago. Several times a day I also encounter pain in the upper part of my left thigh. It feel as though someone is cutting my with a razer. I spoke with my doctor and the told me that it was probally the nerves that were cut during the surgery. I was told if it haden't gone away in 2 months that it was probally nerve entrapment and may require an additional procedure. I would give it another week or so and then call you doctor it persists....

Answer 2

yes just the nerves. Take things easy and allow yourself to heal.