Prakash Reddy Prakash Reddy Asked 6 months ago

Can hernias cause weight gain?

I had a small hernia surgery a few years back and now I notice I'm gaining weight, especially around my mid-section. Could having a hernia be related to weight gain, or is it just my diet?

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Karan Talwar Karan Talwar Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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A hernia won't directly pack on the kilograms, but sitting on the couch avoiding movement because of it definitely will! It's usually the lack of activity that causes the scale to tip. Don't worry, just consult your doctor about safe light exercises to keep active.

Sneha Kulkarni Sneha Kulkarni Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Haan na, actually hernia itself doesn't cause weight gain, but because of the pain, we stop doing exercise and our daily walk, right? That lack of movement can lead to gaining a little weight. Pls talk to your doctor once to see what light movements you can do safely.

Suresh Shenoy Suresh Shenoy Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

No, a hernia doesn't directly cause weight gain, but increased body weight can actually make a hernia worse by putting pressure on the abdomen. Managing my diabetes has taught me that diet control is crucial when physical activity is limited due to a health issue. Consult your doctor for a safe diet plan.

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Meena Deshpande Meena Deshpande Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I understand your concern completely. While home remedies can't cure a hernia, eating light, fiber-rich foods helps prevent constipation, which reduces abdominal pressure and prevents weight gain from inactivity. Please consult your surgeon to address the hernia properly before starting any diet or exercise.

Ananya Barua Ananya Barua Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

I am quite new to learning about hernias, but I was wondering if the swelling itself can make someone look like they have gained weight? Or is it purely due to resting more? I hope you can get a doctor's opinion to help clarify this.

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Divya Nair Divya Nair Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't worry too much! A hernia doesn't directly cause you to gain weight, but the recovery period or fear of pain might make you less active, which does. Just keep a check on your portion sizes and consult your doctor about what mild walks you can do.

Nisha Roy Nisha Roy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It was so frustrating for me when I couldn't move around due to my hernia and felt my body changing and gaining weight. The emotional toll of not being able to stay active is very real. Please be gentle with yourself and speak to a doctor about a safe treatment plan to get your mobility back.

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