Patient's question:
My son is three years old this year. Recently, I noticed that when he cries, there is a small lump that protrudes from below his lower abdomen. I asked a doctor, and the doctor told me it's called an inguinal hernia. But I don't understand this, so I would like to ask what are the symptoms of an inguinal hernia?Doctor's answer:
When engaging in prolonged strenuous physical activity or standing, pain increases and a lump appears. The pain subsides and the lump disappears when pressing the area or resting. Due to the protrusion of the hernia, it may cause scrotal pain or radiating pain in the groin. In some cases, the hernia content may include intestinal discomfort, abdominal pain, and bloating. In other cases, if the hernia contains bladder contents, urinary symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and pain may occur.