Inguinal Hernia Symptoms
An inguinal hernia doesn't cause any symptoms, and you may not know you have one until your doctor discovers it during a routine medical exam. A hernia is a condition in which part of the intestine bulges through a weak area in muscles in the abdomen. An inguinal hernia occurs in the groin, the area between the abdomen and thigh. It is called "inguinal" because the intestines push through a weak spot in the inguinal canal, which is a triangle-shaped opening between layers of abdominal muscle near the groin. Obesity, pregnancy, heavy lifting, and straining to pass stool can cause the intestine to push against the inguinal canal.
Symptoms of an Inguinal Hernia
- A heavy or dragging sensation in your groin
- Pain or discomfort in your groin, especially when bending over, coughing or lifting
- Occasionally, in men, pain and swelling in the scrotum around the testicles when the protruding intestine descends into the scrotum
Symptoms in Newborns and Children
Inguinal hernias in children and newborns result from a weakness in the abdominal wall that's present at birth. Sometimes the hernia may be visible only when an infant is crying, coughing or straining during a bowel movement. In an older child, a hernia is likely to be more apparent when the child coughs, strains during a bowel movement or stands for a long period of time.
Hernias are a common condition that affects people of all ages. If left untreated, they can cause sever pain and
serious complications. If you experience a painful or noticeable bulge in the area on either side of your pubic
bone seek your doctor for medical evaluation. The bulge is likely to be more noticeable when you're standing upright, and you usually can feel it if you put your hand directly over the affected area.
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