Question 1

why does my hernia hurt more when i cough?

Accepted Answer

Increased pressure: A hernia is a hole in the abdominal wall through which the inner lining of the abdominal cavity, the peritoneum, may protrude through and create a sac.  This sac contains many pain fibers, and when irritated, can cause pain.  When one coughs, the pressure within the abdominal cavity is greatly increased, which tends to push the sac out, leading to the increased pain.

Question 2

i think i may have 2 hernias on my groin area from heavy lifting the knots are sore to touch but do not hurt when i cough or strain. still hernias?'

Accepted Answer

Yes possible: You need to be checked by a physician if you have hernia , yes two separate  areas of break may appear as two hernias  Your doctor wilted you if it is hernia  or not  . If you have advisable to get it fixed by a simple out patient procedure

Question 3

i had a colectomy 4 months ago and now have a hernia the size of a grapefruit it has been starting to hurt, especially when i cough.

Accepted Answer

Not Uncommon: Not Uncommon, unfortunately.  This is why laparoscopy is being used more and more for colectomies.

For you, it is time to get the hernia evaluated and repaired with mesh.  Consider laparoscopic approach, if possible.

See your local, trusted general surgeon.  Good luck!

Question 4

pressure in left groin. doesnt hurt to lift, bend, or cough. no bulge or pain just feels like pressure. could it be an ingunial hernia still?

Accepted Answer

Pressure: Non specific doubt inguinal hernia but have it checked

Question 5

why does my inguinal area still hurt bad when i bend over, cough at times, twist or the such if the surgeon examined me and said no hernia? it hurts!

Accepted Answer

Did they check: for a femoral hernia not just a inguinal hernia ???
A MRI of the pelvic area might be helpful

Question 6

male with umbilical hernia. it hasn't hurt. i've had a viral infection for three weeks now. the hernia area now hurts when cough. is this a concern?

Accepted Answer

Get checked: coughing can aggravate an umbilical hernia. I suggest an examination with your PCP.

Question 7

i started having pain in my stomach. its the kind you get from doing too many sit ups. it hurts to cough, stand up, just sitting sometimes.  its just above my waist   could this be from having hernia surgeries ?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 8

abdominal pain for a week hurts to cough,lay,stretch,bend extreme bloating, also very nauseas. could this be hernia? if not what ?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Persistent abdominal pain should always be checked by a medical specialist. There are potentially serious reasons why you are having pain and nausea.  Go and have yourself checked.  Good luck.

Question 9

can a hiatal hernia cause pain under left ribs& side?  it hurts often but sometimes only when cough  & i have a lump on each side of my ab muscles.

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Discomfort under the left rib cage may come from hiatal hernia but may also be due to other things such as gas entrapment in the upper left colon or even from pinched nerves in the rib cage or problem with the base of the left lung. It's best to have your physician examine and advise you,and if he/she feels it's advisable a referral to a gastroenterologist will be made.

Question 10

can cough cause hernia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Chronic cough, as in smokers or those with longstanding lung disease, famously places a person at additional risk for hernia.

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Why does my hernia hurt more when i cough?

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I think i may have 2 hernias on my groin area from heavy lifting the knots are sore to touch but do not hurt when i cough or strain. still hernias?'

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I had a colectomy 4 months ago and now have a hernia the size of a grapefruit it has been starting to hurt, especially when i cough.

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Pressure in left groin. doesnt hurt to lift, bend, or cough. no bulge or pain just feels like pressure. could it be an ingunial hernia still?

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Why does my inguinal area still hurt bad when i bend over, cough at times, twist or the such if the surgeon examined me and said no hernia? it hurts!

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Male with umbilical hernia. it hasn't hurt. i've had a viral infection for three weeks now. the hernia area now hurts when cough. is this a concern?

A member asked:

I started having pain in my stomach. its the kind you get from doing too many sit ups. it hurts to cough, stand up, just sitting sometimes. its just above my waist could this be from having hernia surgeries ?

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Abdominal pain for a week hurts to cough,lay,stretch,bend extreme bloating, also very nauseas. could this be hernia? if not what ?

A member asked:

Can a hiatal hernia cause pain under left ribs& side? it hurts often but sometimes only when cough & i have a lump on each side of my ab muscles.

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Can cough cause hernia?

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