Question 1

what to do about inguinal hernia size gets bigger.?

Accepted Answer

The main indications: ... For hernia repair are to prevent possible incarceration (bowel getting stuck in hernia) and significant pain or discomfort that prevents you from enjoying your usual activities. Seek consultation with a general surgeon.

Question 2

one side inguinal hernia the size of an apple, non-reduceable, what is best for me? mesh no mesh, lapro, open, should rice, suggest other? which anesthesia? thanks

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See your doctor: These are all wonderful topics that you should discuss with your doctor and/or surgeon.  They should be more than happy to discuss these topics with you.

Question 3

does inguinal hernia surgery shrink the size of your penis?

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NO: One may feel like it's smaller while the swelling is resolving but otherwise you gots what you gots.

Question 4

having an inguinal hernia op in 6 weeks. it's increasing in size/discomfort. will a flat pad support provide symptomatic relief for the next 6 weeks?

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NO: Trusses don't work.
Have your surgeon move the date forward

Question 5

it is the size of another testes. soft. unattached. am 61yo. had this for 5 years. have inguinal hernia got worse after 3 week cough from cold?

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Ask Magilla Gorilla: I saw something like that today, only in a gorilla. No, just kidding. Ultrasound showed it to be what's called a "spermatocele,"a benign sack of fluid and sperm (think of it as a reserve tank...). Of course that hernia could be lurking in there too, or some other cause for that lump. Get them checked out. And when you cough, press on the hernia so it won't pop out. Don't hold your breath to strain

Question 6

10 days post opp on double left inguinal hernia, my left testicle is three times its normal size and the tubes swollen and painful is this normal ?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: Swelling after hernia surgery commonly affects the cord structures to the testicle ; the testicle itself. Bruising can be seen too. I cannot tell if the swelling that you describe is normal for you without an exam. Call your surgeon ; discuss with them as to what you should do.

Question 7

i have an inguinal hernia, aches a bit, no pain, bulge the size of an egg & disappears when i lay down.  it will need an operation. can i still play golf, run and do floor core exercise before the op please?  i am 54, very fit/active, do cardio daily

Accepted Answer

Enjoy golf: The real danger would be something that would get trapped in the hernia. This is,unlikely in your situation. You,could tape it down if concerned until you get it corrected, if desired. Speak with your surgeon regarding other do and dont’s. Good,luck

Question 8

inguinal hernia or muscle bulge? i am a 22 year old female, about january i have had a little hard bulge along my right external oblique what would be the "v" muscle... its about the size of a thumb print. i decided just to ignore it because it didn't hur

Accepted Answer

A : A bulge in your abdominal wall that comes out when you cough or sit up and then goes back down when you lay down sounds very concerning for a hernia.  You need to see a general surgeon and have them look at it and see what they think.  The ultrasound is ok if you've already been scheduled, but it isn't always going to be accurate in diagnosing a hernia.  Even if the u/s comes back saying that a hernia isn't seen, it doesn't mean you don't have one.  Hernias are one of the most common conditions that a surgeon sees and most people still think that a physical exam done by a surgeon is the best way to diagnose whether or not you have a hernia.

Question 9

chronic pelvic pain i feel a little pea sized ball near my groin cud it be a inguinal hernia if so how do i get rid of it and what doctor do i see?

Accepted Answer

Primary care doc: A pea-size ball is very unlikely to be a hernia.  A palpable lymph node would be more likely. That is the sort of thing that your primar care doctor could assess in relation to your other symptoms.

Question 10

had inguinal hernia repair 1 week ago. since then, scrotum swollen to size of a mango from hematoma. not painful but extremely sensitive. how to heal?

Accepted Answer

Will resolve....: in 3-4 wks.  Wear an athletic supported and ice the area 3-4X/day.
Try to elevate your legs for 20 min. 3-4 /d

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What to do about inguinal hernia size gets bigger.?

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One side inguinal hernia the size of an apple, non-reduceable, what is best for me? mesh no mesh, lapro, open, should rice, suggest other? which anesthesia? thanks

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Does inguinal hernia surgery shrink the size of your penis?

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Having an inguinal hernia op in 6 weeks. it's increasing in size/discomfort. will a flat pad support provide symptomatic relief for the next 6 weeks?

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It is the size of another testes. soft. unattached. am 61yo. had this for 5 years. have inguinal hernia got worse after 3 week cough from cold?

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10 days post opp on double left inguinal hernia, my left testicle is three times its normal size and the tubes swollen and painful is this normal ?

A member asked:

I have an inguinal hernia, aches a bit, no pain, bulge the size of an egg & disappears when i lay down. it will need an operation. can i still play golf, run and do floor core exercise before the op please? i am 54, very fit/active, do cardio daily

A member asked:

Inguinal hernia or muscle bulge? i am a 22 year old female, about january i have had a little hard bulge along my right external oblique what would be the "v" muscle... its about the size of a thumb print. i decided just to ignore it because it didn't hur

A member asked:

Chronic pelvic pain i feel a little pea sized ball near my groin cud it be a inguinal hernia if so how do i get rid of it and what doctor do i see?

A member asked:

Had inguinal hernia repair 1 week ago. since then, scrotum swollen to size of a mango from hematoma. not painful but extremely sensitive. how to heal?

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