I do question whether or not the hernia was satisfactorily repaired because it did bulge out, again. Still it now no longer provides any pain when direct pressure is applied and I only feel it on very rare occasions during activity-don’t think I’ve ever felt any discomfort during lifting. It was never really painful except for those direct pressure events. It’s just my guess re: the possibility that the scar tissue is serving a kind of protective role.
I have heard that it is common for people to have numerous such surgeries. The majority of people that I know that have elected to go with the surgery have not had, apparently, any further issues. Most of them are athletes.
I hope that helps and good luck.