
What Causes Painful Hernia Which Worsens On Coughing?

The lump is quit large on his left lower abdomen,pelvis,area. Very painful. He laid down and lump and pain subsided. Should I make a doctors appointment or take him to.emergency room. Hi legs are slightly swollen and he is breathing like he has a cold.
To rule out complications
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Dear Ms XXXXXXX
Going by your description that there is gurgling sound and hernia becomes more obvious on coughing it suggest that Hernia is reducible( Goes back completely and there is no residual swelling on lying down ).
If there is residual swelling still present and In the clinical scenario of severe pain possibility of complication like irreducibility and obstruction needs to be considered. Clinical assessment by your Physician is much needed at earliest to evaluate for complication.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Keep me updated about progress.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak
MBBS, MS, MCh


Surgery at earliest
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Even if there is no associated complications like irreducibility or obstruction while assessment at ER, I would recommend to get the Hernia operated at earliest.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak

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