A lump resulting from a part of the intestine (bowel) slipping through a weak abdominal wall is called hernia. Inguinal hernia (groin hernia) is the most common type of hernias. An inguinal hernia ...

If you’ve ever finished a workout at the gym or lifted something heavy and suddenly felt pain in your groin area, you’re likely one of the 5 million Americans who have an inguinal hernia. A hernia ...

Q I AM 34 years old and have recently noticed a lump in my groin. There is only slight discomfort and my doctor says that it is an inguinal hernia. What exactly does this mean and what are my options.

Since chronic constipation is a risk factor for hernia, it is best to prevent it by consuming a high-fibre diet that includes plenty of vegetables, dry fruits, legumes and whole grains (Image: Canva) ...

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – There are over one million hernia surgeries every year in the U.S. alone, and 800,000 of those are to treat the most common type – an inguinal hernia. They affect ...

You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. (Reuters Health) – Many men experience sexual dysfunction or pain during sexual activity after groin surgery ...

An age-related increase in estrogen may be the culprit behind inguinal hernias, a condition common among elderly men that often requires corrective surgery, according to a Northwestern Medicine study ...

Hernias are a common condition that can afflict men and women of all ages. When an organ or piece of tissue pushes through a weak area in the surrounding muscle or tissue, a hernia results. Hernias ...

An age-related increase in estrogen may be the culprit behind inguinal hernias, a condition common among elderly men that often requires corrective surgery, according to a Northwestern Medicine study ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 83-year-old healthy woman. In 2019, I became aware of a little bulge in my groin and suspected an inguinal hernia. It was confirmed by my family doctor. Given its small size and ...