Question 1

so i got meralgia from inguinal hernia repair in dec? is that even possible? and i'm in an extreme amount of pain and doctors arnt getting back to me.

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Yes: I would first make an appt to see your surgeon. If they won't see you (unlikely), then look for a second opinion. You can find surgeons interested in hernia repair on the website for the americas hernia society. Hope this helps!

Question 2

can an inguinal hernia cause blood in the semen?

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Not that I know of: I have never heard of a inguinal hernia causing such a symptom.  An inguinal hernia is in close proximity to the vas deferens, which is the tube that carries sperm from the testicle to the urethra.  I would recommend seeing a surgeon regarding the hernia and a urologist regarding the blood in your semen.

Question 3

can an inguinal hernia cause testicular entrapment?

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Yes by complications: Inguinal hernia by itself will not, but a huge  untreated incarcerated  inguino- scrotal hernia may cause entrapment, also as a rare post operative complication.

Question 4

can an inguinal hernia cause bowel obstruction?

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Yes: If the hernia becomes incarcerate the loop of bowel is trapped in the hernia and may be twisted as is its blood supply. This usually requires emergent attention and probable surgery. Do not delay as the trapped bowel could become ischemic from lack of blood flow and then you have a much more serious and complicated problem.

Question 5

can an inguinal hernia cause a lymph node to swell near the same spot? mine node near there is swollen and firm for a long time now and am concerned.

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Lymph node: It could be a lymph node or a  chronically incarcerated  ( stuck for a long time ) hernia. Should have someone look at it.

Question 6

can an inguinal hernia cause blockage?

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Yes.: A hernia is said to be incarcerated when a structure within the abdominal cavity gets "stuck" within the hernia.  If this happens to be a loop of intestine, this can cause blockage and lead to the blood supply of the intestine being cut-off; we call this a strangulated hernia.  If one has a large, tender lump in the groin that cannot be pushed back in, this requires emergency md attention.

Question 7

can an inguinal hernia cause urinary issues?

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Yes, especially: If part of the bladder is incarcerated in the hernia sac.  More commonly, prostate hyperplasia can cause you to strain at urination, worsening the hernia condition.  Have your surgeon take a look at your hernia.

Question 8

can an inguinal hernia cause erectile disfunction?

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NO: No  it will not and unrelated if present.

Question 9

can an inguinal hernia cause pain 24/7?

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Inguinal hernia: Absolutely. If an inguinal hernia is incarcerated it can cause a lot of pain. If you are experiencing a lot of pain and you feel a lump please see a physician as soon as possible. Good luck.

Question 10

could a varicoselectomy or an inguinal hernia cause epididymitis?

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Hernia: Generally speaking, no. The usual predisposing factors for epididymitis are frequent urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases, urinary flow problems from prostatic hypertrophy. In addition, recent surgery, especially in the urogenital region can cause it as well, so theoretically, a recent varicoselectomy could cause it. Best to see a urologist.

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