Hernia – Newbie questions.

[donjack]

Six years ago, my doctor recommended not lifting anything heavy, as he said it could cause a hernia. Now my curernt doctor feels a small bump in my lower left groin when I cough. He says I probably should see a specialist. I have no medical problems or issues now. I am not sure if I really need to take action on this, or just let it go for now? I am also scheduled for a colonoscopy soon. If it were my intestines causing the bump, could that cause complications with the colonoscopy, or with my bowel movements? As I said, I have no problems at current time.

[drtowfigh]

Hernia – Newbie questions.

Patients with hernias undergo colonoscopy safely unless the hernias is super huge and includes a lump of colon.

[DrEarle]

Hernia – Newbie questions.

donjack – small hernias in men can be safely watched for a time without activity restriction if minimal or no symptoms. We don’t know if that’s the same for women, and we think the risk is higher for watching hernias in women. While there’s no hurry, a consultation with a general surgeon can give you more info to make an informed decision about repair or watchful waiting. Hope this helps!

[donjack]

Hernia – Newbie questions.

Ok. Thanks for the responses.

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