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  • A hernia is a protrusion of an organ or tissue through an opening in weak, abdominal walls. Surgery is commonly used to treat hernias and you may experience sharp pain, which can be caused by several issues.

    Healing Scars

    Scars healing after surgery can cause sharp pain that may concern you. Injections at the incision can ease pain, along with ice packs to reduce swelling and discomfort around the incision. Ice packs should be left on only 20 minutes at a time.

    Infection

    A sharp pain could mean you possibly have an infection. Other symptoms of infection are discharge and inflammation occurring around the incision.

    Recurring Hernia

    It is possible if you are experience sharp pains, that your hernia could have resurfaced. See a doctor immediately if you feel this is the case.

    Internal Damage

    Extreme, sharp pain after hernia surgery can mean that your kidneys, bladder, or other internal organs may have been damaged during the surgery.

    Constipation

    Constipation can cause sharp pain after hernia surgery. Eat plenty of fiber and drink lots of fluids to prevent constipation.

    Source:

    eHow: Causes of Sharp Pain After Hernia Surgery

    eHow: Treat Hernia Surgery Pain

    National Institutes of Health: Chronic Pain After Hernia Surgery

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