I had an open inguinal hernia repair on May 4. All seemed to go well. However, now I have a hard, cord-like symptom that starts near the base of my penis and runs down my shaft. It does not seem to be a vein. It does not hurt often, only when moved awkwardly or stretched, but is definitely causing me some concern, and I can t see the doctor at least until Monday. It also seems to be at the base of my pelvis and I m wondering if the mesh that was put in is irritating compressing or strangling something. Do you have any idea what it may be? Thank you.