I have been lucky, every once in awhile I feel one trying to get out, but I try to keep my lifting in check until it feels right again.Side note, I used to have a 1997 Suzuki DR 650 thumper. I did the Iron Butt rally on it. 1000 in less than 24 hours. If I remember correctly my time was 20 hours and 9 minutes 1020 miles.
I assume that the operation will be laparoscopic (3 small incisions instead of cutting you open to get inside). If so, have them check both sides and put the mesh in both sides if needed. That should obviate any additional hernia surgeries, at least for inguinal hernias. Recovery from laparoscopic surgery is a piece of cake and you won't be out of action for long.
I have a scar from stem to stern for a Hernia repair.Goes from my right pelvic bone to my scrotum.So too "adult" to share.GOOD LUCK to you!