Where does it hurt when a man has a hernia?

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Where does it hurt when a man has a hernia?

The symptoms that lead most people to the doctor, and eventually a hernia diagnosis, typically include pain in the abdomen, particularly in the groin area. The pain tends to get worse if you sneeze, cough, lift something heavy or strain.

Do hernias always hurt?

Many hernias won’t cause immediate pain or problems, but they can present a real risk if left untreated. Here’s how to spot a hernia and what to do next. The most common types of hernia occur when weak spots in your abdominal wall rupture and allow internal organs, typically part of the bowel, to slip through.

How do you know if your hernia has ruptured?

Share on Pinterest Alongside a bulge, symptoms of a strangulated hernia may include fever, fatigue, nausea, and excruciating pain. One common indication of a strangulated hernia is an easily visible bulge in the areas of the abdomen or pelvis.

Why is my hernia hurting?

Pain, localized to the area of the hernia defect itself is usually the result of stretching and tearing of the abdominal wall tissue such as the area muscle and tendon. As the bulge increases, this pain tends to be more intense.

Who treats hernias in men?

When did your symptoms begin?

  • Have your symptoms stayed the same or gotten worse?
  • Do you have pain in your abdomen or groin? Does anything make the pain feel worse or better?
  • What physical activity do you perform on your job?
  • Do you have a history of constipation?
  • Have you had a previous inguinal hernia?
  • Do you or did you smoke?

    • When to worry about a hernia?

    Severe pain,swelling or redness at the hernia site

  • Hernia bulge growing quickly
  • Nausea and/or vomiting
  • Constipation and/or bloating
  • Fever

    • What are the most common symptoms of an epigastric hernia?

    – Pain – Tenderness – Abdominal bump – Lump formation – Problems related to bowel movements

    Does hernia pain come and go?

    The pain from a hernia may wax-and-… Read More No: Hernias only “go away” after surgical repair, and that isn’t even 100%. A hernia can become less painful over time, but that is unusual. See a general…