Question 1

what is an inguinal hernia and causes it?

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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 2

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what problems can inguinal hernias cause..i have two, one on each side?

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Vomiting, pain, : This can go on to cause serious problems with your intestines. In most cases you should get them fixed.

Question 3

can inguinal hernias cause rectal spasms?

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No: There is no relationship between inguinal hernias and the rectum. Veryu large hernias that have been ignored for many decades sometimes get so bi that intestine can travel into a very large scrotum - but even then this is not the rectum.
Get a proper evaluation.

Question 4

what would cause an inguinal/mesh hernia repair to fail?  what are the symptoms of failure?

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Hernia failure: Hernia recurrence is 1-5% after surgery. Poor tissue, obesity, steroid medications, infections and possibly return to heavy work too soon  can be some possible reasons. Many causes are unknown. Symptoms would be the same swelling, bulge & discomfort at the hernia site. Would need a physical examination with your surgeon.

Question 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

could a varicoselectomy or an inguinal hernia cause epididymitis?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

could sneezing cause an inguinal hernia?

Accepted Answer

No: Sneezing could cause an inguinal hernia, that was already there, to open up.

Question 10

a friend w/ liver disease meld score 18, child-pugh11 needs inguinal hernia surgery caused by ascites.how safe is the surgery?whats the survival rate

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Talk to the: Surgeon and anesthesiologist, frequently that surgery can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation.

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