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What Are Symptoms Of Inguinal Hernia?
Question: What are symptoms of inguinal hernia?
Brief Answer:
swelling with coughing/lifting/straining, pain at the site
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The main symptom and sign of an inguinal hernia is the presence of a mass which in the inguinal region.
The mass is more likely to appear with coughing, lifting heavy objects, straining with bowel movements etc
A mass would appear in the groin/inguinal area on these occasions, in most persons it would go back down on its own or with a little help.
There may be some pain or burning in the inguinal/groin region when the hernia appears
If the pain is severe and worsening or the swelling is not going done, then you should be seen because surgery may be needed.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
swelling with coughing/lifting/straining, pain at the site
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The main symptom and sign of an inguinal hernia is the presence of a mass which in the inguinal region.
The mass is more likely to appear with coughing, lifting heavy objects, straining with bowel movements etc
A mass would appear in the groin/inguinal area on these occasions, in most persons it would go back down on its own or with a little help.
There may be some pain or burning in the inguinal/groin region when the hernia appears
If the pain is severe and worsening or the swelling is not going done, then you should be seen because surgery may be needed.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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