Question 1

given all the problems a mesh can cause would you recommend the repair of a small inguinal hernia (man, 67) without the mesh? what is the rate of recurrence versus using a mesh?

Accepted Answer

: Use of mesh is standard in repair of inguinal hernias resulting in less operative time and faster recovery as well as much less recurrence of hernia. Of course no one can completely promise no complications of mesh use. If you're not obese and want to avoid use of mesh, be prepared for a more painful procedure and a much longer time to full activities.

Question 2

how much can an inguinal hernia in men hurt?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Most inguinal hernias in men will cause mild local aching pressure at times. If a hernia becomes large and incarcerated, this type of hernia can be very firm groin swelling and painful and need emergency medical evaluation.

Question 3

does inguinal hernia in men usually appear in younger guys (21) and would it appear as pain at very base of penis?

Accepted Answer

Ing. hernias common: Indirect inguinal hernia repair is one of most common operations for pediatric surgeons &amp; due to non closure of slip of peritoneum attached to &amp; facilitating testicular descent. Are thus congenital and quite common into the 20s. Hernias in older men are due to weakness of abdominal wall musculature &amp; are direct inguinal hernias. Indirect inguinal hernia could cause pain at penile base.

Question 4

what can cause a inguinal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Increased Pressure: In belly.  Holding your breath and lifting something heavy, increasing the pressure in your abdomen. Or a chronic cough.

Question 5

can a double inguinal hernia cause ed?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: Hernias do not have a direct affect on erectile function. Indirectly, the pressure or discomfort or swelling of a hernia could have secondary side effects on sexual function, just due to the uncomfortable symptoms from the hernia.

Question 6

can an inguinal hernia cause pain 24/7?

Accepted Answer

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 7

what is an inguinal hernia and causes it?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal protrusion: A hernia (anywhere) is a protrusion, or something sticking out where it's not supposed to. An inguinal hernia refers to contents from within the abdomen, usually bowel or some fat that protrude through a defect in the abdominal wall. This can be congenital, meaning you're born with it or acquired, something that you develop over time. These can get "stuck" and would then require an urgent operation.

Question 8

cause for obstruction in inguinal hernia?

Accepted Answer

INCARCERATED hernia: Any hernia may incarcerate and cause bowel obstruction. Incarceration is when the contents of a hernia 'gets stuck' and the blood flow to the area ceases causing the tissue to be at risk for dying (ischemia-infarct). Immediate surgery is indicated. The signs of bowel obstruction are: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, lack of gas passage..

Question 9

i am a woman did sex cause my inguinal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Hernia causes: The most common causes of hernia are exertion and hereditary reasons.  
Hernias are less common in women than in men.  I would be skeptical that intercourse would result in a hernia.

Question 10

what would cause my inguinal hernia to be bigger and more painful yesterday than it does today? i didn't do any lifting yesterday.

Accepted Answer

See answer: Being overweight, the anatomy and condition of your pre-existing hernia may simply get bigger over time, despite no heavy lifting (which of course still is NOT recommended).See you Doctor as the hernia needs to be evaluated, as the bigger they get, the more possible adverse events can occur such as strangulation, etc-which would be  surgical emergency,...so get the are evaluated and cared for now.

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Given all the problems a mesh can cause would you recommend the repair of a small inguinal hernia (man, 67) without the mesh? what is the rate of recurrence versus using a mesh?

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Does inguinal hernia in men usually appear in younger guys (21) and would it appear as pain at very base of penis?

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What can cause a inguinal hernia?

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Can a double inguinal hernia cause ed?

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Cause for obstruction in inguinal hernia?

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What would cause my inguinal hernia to be bigger and more painful yesterday than it does today? i didn't do any lifting yesterday.

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