Question 1

can a double inguinal hernia cause ed?

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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 2

what can cause a inguinal hernia?

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

Question 3

how to make my inguinal hernia better?

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Surgical repair: Is definitive cure.  Other modalities, such as truss or supporters, are temporizing fixes at best.

Question 4

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 5

cause for obstruction in inguinal hernia?

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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 6

how is an inguinal hernia different from a regular?

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Depends: I'm not sure what a regular hernia is.  An inguinal hernia is a groin hernia.  It is the most common hernia in both sexes.  Other common hernias are umbilical hernias and incisional or ventral hernias.

Question 7

is it bad to eat beetroot while you have inguinal hernia?

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: An inguinal hernia would not be an indication to limit  intake of vegetables. If your son develops pain or other symptoms in the area of the hernia, be sure to seek medical attention for him.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: inguinal hernia?

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Abdominal hernias: Are defects of the abdominal wall.  In the groin, there is a potential weak spot where the testis travels from the area of the kidney to the scrotum in male fetus.  Also, it is the most dependent portion of the abdomen, where it takes the brunt of all forces applied to the abdominal cavity.  Both conditions can lead to a defect in the inguinal are, really a hole, through which hernias can develop.

Question 9

can an inguinal hernia become incarcerated or strangulated on its own?

Accepted Answer

Yes: That is precisely why surgical repair is recommended before you find yourself in that situation, as it is a medical emergency. See a surgeon to discuss repair. The surgery is usually relatively simple with a short recovery time depending on the method used.

Question 10

inguinal hernia mesh is it safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many surgical reports for many years have documented hernia mesh safety & several reports indicate better long term hernia repair results with the use of mesh.

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