Patient's question:
I often suffer from constipation. In the past six months, I have noticed a lump in my inner thigh when I squat to have a bowel movement, and it has been increasing in size recently, but it disappears when I stand up and doesn't cause any pain.Past Treatment and Effects: None
Desired Help: Could you please tell me how to diagnose what this lump is?
Doctor's answer:
According to your description of the swelling in the groin area of your thigh, there is a high possibility of an inguinal hernia, where the abdominal contents may be pushed into the hernia sac during activities that reduce abdominal pressure, such as squatting or coughing. It is recommended that you visit a general surgery department at a hospital for an examination. An MRI of the swelling can help determine whether it is indeed a hernia.If the neck of the hernia sac is relatively large and unlikely to cause strangulation, no treatment may be necessary. However, it is important to avoid activities that increase abdominal pressure, such as forceful coughing, heavy physical labor, and intense exercise. If the neck of the hernia sac is small and there is a higher risk of strangulation or narrowing, surgical treatment is recommended.