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"area is the groin ,,hernia repair ,,,,"
I would imagine that driving wouldn't be a good idea anyway for a couple of days at least. A had to wait about 10 to 14 days to drive after his hernia repair |
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"thanx hun ,wot I told him ,but the stubborn so n so says ile be fine ,,,ile surprise him n send other friend 2 colect "
that's nice of you. He wouldn't be so stubborn if he mucked the repair up as soon as it was done! |
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By *D40Couple
over a year ago
Wolverhampton |
"area is the groin ,,hernia repair ,,,,"
My bloke had it in December. He couldn't drive for 2 weeks. Very daft idea if you ask me. They could still have anaesthetic in the system.
Mrs Dolph |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"area is the groin ,,hernia repair ,,,,
I would imagine that driving wouldn't be a good idea anyway for a couple of days at least. A had to wait about 10 to 14 days to drive after his hernia repair"
Dave had to wait six weeks post surgery |
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He wont be allowed to drive home after surgery even if he feels fine , its recommended no driving operating machinery signing legal docs etc due to effects of anaesthesia, should he have an accident his insurance will not cover him . Plus if hospital find out he is planning on driving they may not carry out his op x |
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Think also its to do with the actual op... And not driving incase of needing to do an emergency stop etc.. Be very surprised if any hospital letters your friend had , hasnt included this in the info. Even day cases the staff always ask how you getting home etc ... And usually ask you to have someone with you.  |
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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago
Somewhere in North Norfolk |
The hospital should have told him how long he should not drive for.
If he does drive in that time, he won't be covered by his insurance if anything happens.
Particularly given the area being operated on, I'd think he shouldn't be driving for at least a couple of weeks and most certainly not straight after the op.
Most hospitals want you to be collected by someone if you've had an anaesthetic because you shouldn't be on your own for a while. |
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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago
Somewhere in North Norfolk |
Is it this?
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Inguinalherniarepair/Pages/Recovery.aspx
"An adult must stay with you for the first 24 hours after your operation in case you experience any problems."
People who live alone may have to remain in hospital overnight.
"Speak to the medical professional in charge of your care for advice about when you can drive.
It is usually advisable to avoid driving until you are able to perform an emergency stop without feeling any pain or discomfort (you can practise this without starting your car).
It will usually be one or two weeks before you reach this point after having keyhole surgery, although it may take longer after open surgery.
It is usually recommended that you contact your car insurance company before starting driving again."
"Over time, you can gradually return to your normal activities as soon as you are able to do them without feeling any pain.
Most people are able to do light activities, such as shopping, after one or two weeks. You should also be able to return to work after one or two weeks, although you may need more time off if your job involves manual labour.
Gentle exercise, such as walking, can help the healing process, but you should avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities for about 4-6 weeks." |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"my gud friend having keyhole surgery on Friday ,,just wonderd wot ur views are at driving home afterwards ,thanx in advance ,  "
It depends on what they are having done and whether they are having general or local anaesthetic. If they are having general then they will effectively be breaking the law as driving whilst drugged as well as not being insured. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Even for keyhole surgery it's a general anaesthetic. No driving for 48 hours, no discharge unless a responsible adult can spend the 1st 24 hours after surgery with you. As for driving after the op itself hos consultant or registrar should cover that before his surgery. |
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NO NO NO NO NO!
Don't even think about it!
A gentle drive home as a rear seat passenger, in comfy car driven by a friend! Preferably with cushions and pillows!
It's not the operation so much as the anaesthetic which takes a while to recover from!
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By *ipswingCouple
over a year ago
portrush |
just had hernia op 2 weeks ago, groin. epidural ...found moving legs, ie sitting up etc. was excruciating ,for first couple o days.. takes a wee while before normal movement possible.. good luck... |
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