
What Causes Abdominal Muscle Strain While Coughing?

Question: When I cough or strain the muscle In the middle of my midriff down to my stomach gets very hard and rigid and can sometimes be painful. What could cause this?
Brief Answer:
Could Be an abdominal Hernia
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
These could be early signs of an epigastric hernia. I would advise you to consult your doctor for a physical examination to look for one. Hope this helps
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
Could Be an abdominal Hernia
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
These could be early signs of an epigastric hernia. I would advise you to consult your doctor for a physical examination to look for one. Hope this helps
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Pradeep Vitta


Could this cause my midriff down to past my belly button to stick out more, a little rounded for that area.
Brief Answer:
yes
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Yes your description sounds like an umbilical hernia which can cause protrusion in the belly button.
I would recommend to visit your doctor for a physical exam to confirm the diagnosis
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
yes
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Yes your description sounds like an umbilical hernia which can cause protrusion in the belly button.
I would recommend to visit your doctor for a physical exam to confirm the diagnosis
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
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