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  When should you worry about hernia pain?

  
  

  A hernia is an ailment that occurs when the internal organs, tissues, or intestines push through an opening in the muscle or tissue leading to hernia pain.

  
  

  For an individual, this medical condition can cause mild to severe pain in the affected area with a hernia bulge. You may also experience pain on lifting heavy objects or bending over. You can consult your doctor if you experience pain or any symptoms.

  
  

  An Abdominal hernia is the most common medical condition among all age groups. Although men above 40 years are prone to have a hernia. A few people are born with weak abdominal muscles or tissues that may develop hernia later in life.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Hernia Symptoms

  
  

  An individual can have a hernia without any pain. You may notice a bulge as an initial sign in the affected area. You can recognize the hernia bulge when you cough or jump. It may disappear when you lie down. There are other symptoms of a hernia, which may include:

  
  

  
  
  • Constipation
  
  
  • Sharp shooting pain
  
  
  • Coughing
  
  
  • Nausea and vomiting
  
  
  • Problem in swallowing
  
  
  • Acid reflux
  
  
  • A feeling of pressure on the impacted area
  
  
  • Problems swallowing
  
  
  • Coughing
  
  

  
  

  Different Types of Hernias

  
  

  A hernia can be determined based on the place if develops in the body.

  
  

  Inguinal hernia

  
  

  An inguinal hernia develops in the abdomen near the groin area. An Inguinal hernia happens when a small part of the intestinal tissues pushes through the abdominal wall into the groin area.

  
  

  An inguinal hernia is categorized into two types:

  
  

  
  
  • Direct Inguinal Hernia: It happens at any age in adults and occurs through a weak spot located in the lower muscle of the belly.
  
  
  • Indirect Inguinal Hernia: It happens due to a birth defect in the abdominal wall which is present since birth. It is common among children, newborns, and premature babies
  
  

  
  

  Femoral hernia

  
  

  The femoral hernia appears as a bulge close to the groin area. Femoral hernias generally happen when a part of a tissue pushes through a weak spot or a tear in the abdomen. This can obstruct the blood supply to the herniated bowel.

  
  

  Umbilical hernia

  
  

  An umbilical hernia occurs when part of the intestine tissue pushes through a small opening in the abdominal muscle close to the belly button. Umbilical hernias are common in infants however they can also develop in adults.

  
  

  Incisional hernia

  
  

  Incisional hernias generally occur when tissue protrudes from the surgical site scar that is yet to heal. This sort of hernia has less severe complications as compared to other types of hernias. Your doctor will suggest surgery to repair the hernia.

  
  

  Epigastric hernia

  
  

  An epigastric hernia develops when tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall located above the belly button and below the sternum of the rib cage. It is generally common in males.

  
  

  What are the causes of a hernia?

  
  

  Generally, the causes of a hernia may vary by looking at the types of hernia. However, the common reason among all hernias is weakened abdominal muscles or tissues. There are risk factors that can increase the possibility of developing a hernia including:

  
  

  
  
  • Lifting heavy items
  
  
  • Continuous pressure on the abdomen due to diarrhea, coughing, or sneezing
  
  
  • Smoking
  
  

  
  

  Hernia Diagnosis

  
  

  An individual should consult the doctor if notices any abnormal lump or feels severe hernia symptoms such as hernia pain. Your doctor can help diagnose a hernia through physical examination. Your PCP can also prescribe some tests to understand the present medical condition and hernia, which include:

  
  

  
  
  • CT Scan and Ultrasound
  
  
  • Barium X-rays to check the digestive system and intestines
  
  
  • Endoscopy is used to examine the esophagus and stomach
  
  

  
  

  Hernia Treatments and Surgery

  
  

  After examination of your overall health and hernia, your doctor can recommend hernia repair surgery. They will also suggest you make some changes in your lifestyle such as a healthy diet and regular exercise to examine further changes in the body. Your PCP will also prescribe some medicines to control the symptoms of hernia.

  
  

  Let’s explore more: When should you worry about hernia pain? - Southlake General Surgery

  
  

  Appointments

  
  

  For more information on Hernia Repair Surgery or Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery Texas. You contact our healthcare expert today at +1(817) 748-0200. You can also make an online appointment with us.

  
  

  Follow us on Facebook and YouTube.

  
  

  Source: When should you worry about hernia pain? - Southlake General Surgery

  
  

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You may also experience pain on lifting heavy objects or bending over. You can consult your doctor if you experience pain or any symptoms.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">An <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/abdominal-hernia-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment/">Abdominal hernia</a></span> is the most common medical condition among all age groups. Although men above 40 years are prone to have a hernia. A few people are born with weak abdominal muscles or tissues that may develop hernia later in life.</p> <br /> <div class="q-box"> <br /> <div class="CssComponent-sc-1oskqb9-0 QTextImage___StyledCssComponent-sc-1yi3aau-0 cfUEeh"> <br /> <div class="q-box unzoomed" tabindex="-1"><img src="https://qph.cf2.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-b0605621fca295fb152a51c941a30026" class="q-image qu-display--block" /></div> <br /> </div> <br /> </div> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Hernia Symptoms</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">An individual can have a hernia without any pain. You may notice a bulge as an initial sign in the affected area. You can recognize the hernia bulge when you cough or jump. It may disappear when you lie down. There are other symptoms of a hernia, which may include:</p> <br /> <ul class="q-box"> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Constipation</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Sharp shooting pain</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Coughing</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Nausea and vomiting</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Problem in swallowing</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Acid reflux</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">A feeling of pressure on the impacted area</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Problems swallowing</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Coughing</li> <br /> </ul> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Different Types of Hernias</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">A hernia can be determined based on the place if develops in the body.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Inguinal hernia</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">An inguinal hernia develops in the abdomen near the groin area. An <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/hernia-surgery/inguinal-hernia/">Inguinal hernia</a></span> happens when a small part of the intestinal tissues pushes through the abdominal wall into the groin area.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">An inguinal hernia is categorized into two types:</p> <br /> <ul class="q-box"> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Direct Inguinal Hernia: It happens at any age in adults and occurs through a weak spot located in the lower muscle of the belly.</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Indirect Inguinal Hernia: It happens due to a birth defect in the abdominal wall which is present since birth. It is common among children, newborns, and premature babies</li> <br /> </ul> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Femoral hernia</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">The <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/femoral-hernia-surgery-at-southlake-general-surgery/">femoral hernia</a></span> appears as a bulge close to the groin area. Femoral hernias generally happen when a part of a tissue pushes through a weak spot or a tear in the abdomen. This can obstruct the blood supply to the herniated bowel.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Umbilical hernia</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">An <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/umbilical-hernia-problem-symptoms-and-surgery/">umbilical hernia</a></span> occurs when part of the intestine tissue pushes through a small opening in the abdominal muscle close to the belly button. Umbilical hernias are common in infants however they can also develop in adults.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Incisional hernia</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Incisional hernias generally occur when tissue protrudes from the surgical site scar that is yet to heal. This sort of hernia has less severe complications as compared to other types of hernias. Your doctor will suggest surgery to repair the hernia.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Epigastric hernia</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">An <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/epigastric-hernia-treatment-at-southlake-general-surgery-texas/">epigastric hernia</a></span> develops when tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall located above the belly button and below the sternum of the rib cage. It is generally common in males.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">What are the causes of a hernia?</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Generally, the causes of a hernia may vary by looking at the types of hernia. However, the common reason among all hernias is weakened abdominal muscles or tissues. There are risk factors that can increase the possibility of developing a hernia including:</p> <br /> <ul class="q-box"> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Lifting heavy items</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Continuous pressure on the abdomen due to diarrhea, coughing, or sneezing</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Smoking</li> <br /> </ul> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Hernia Diagnosis</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">An individual should consult the doctor if notices any abnormal lump or feels severe <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/hernia-surgery/">hernia symptoms</a></span> such as hernia pain. Your doctor can help diagnose a hernia through physical examination. Your PCP can also prescribe some tests to understand the present medical condition and hernia, which include:</p> <br /> <ul class="q-box"> <br /> <li class="q-relative">CT Scan and Ultrasound</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Barium X-rays to check the digestive system and intestines</li> <br /> <li class="q-relative">Endoscopy is used to examine the esophagus and stomach</li> <br /> </ul> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Hernia Treatments and Surgery</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">After examination of your overall health and hernia, your doctor can recommend <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/hernia-repair-surgery-at-southlake-general-surgery-texas/">hernia repair surgery</a></span>. They will also suggest you make some changes in your lifestyle such as a healthy diet and regular exercise to examine further changes in the body. Your PCP will also prescribe some medicines to control the symptoms of hernia.</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Let’s explore more: <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/when-should-you-worry-about-hernia-pain/">When should you worry about hernia pain? - Southlake General Surgery</a></span></p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">Appointments</p> <br /> <p class="q-text qu-display--block qu-wordBreak--break-word qu-textAlign--start">For more information on Hernia Repair Surgery or <span class="q-inline"><a rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank" class="q-box Link___StyledBox-t2xg9c-0 dFkjrQ puppeteer_test_link qu-cursor--pointer qu-hover--textDecoration--underline" title="www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com" href="https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/hernia-surgery/">Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery Texas</a></span>. You contact our healthcare expert today at +1(817) 748-0200. 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