Inguinal Hernia: Symptoms & Signs (Hernia)

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Alternate Names : Hernia

A person who has this condition may notice:

a bulge in the lower abdomen or groin that often gets worse when coughing and standing up

discomfort or pressure in the abdomen that often gets worse when coughing or standing up

abdominal pain, which may be severe

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Author: Adam Brochert, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 07/27/01

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