The inguinal canal passage is located in the lower front part of the muscle in abdominal wall . This sometimes allows the protrusion of a part of the bowel to pass through and push into the groin through the inguinal canal. This type of hernia is sometimes already there at birth but can also be the result of constant force, injury, strain or pressure on the abdominal wall muscle. If present at birth (congenital) it is called an indirect hernia, if it is caused by some injury or strain after birth it is called a direct hernia.
Hernia pain has the ability to be a chronic aching pain or acute and sharp, it can be just an annoyance or become debilitating. They can cause mobility problems and therefore a reduction in physical activity. A hernia of this type never resolves on it’s own but there are ways to diffuse the pain.
Symptoms of an Inguinal Hernia
Taking swift action and knowing what the symptoms of an inguinal hernia are is important to avoid an emergency operation.
You should consult your physician, even if there is minimal discomfort or pain before you decide whether or not to go ahead with surgery for your inguinal hernia. At times it is possible to wait.
Types of Inguinal Hernias
Direct inguinal hernias- this is when the bowel passes through the inguinal ring after the embryonic closure fails in infant boys when the testicle has passed through.
Indirect Inguinal Hernia- Is the passing of the bowel through a weak spot in the abdominal wall fascia.
It is possible for an Inguinal hernia to become incarcerated or strangulated and this is a serious condition which usually requires emergency surgical intervention.
Repair of an Inguinal Hernia
The only cure and treatment for an inguinal Hernia is surgery. There is no other step to a cure that is non-invasive. This is the reason that inguinal hernia repair is at the top of the list of surgical interventions in America. There are other forms of Inguinal Hernia repair or temporary relief that will be discussed later.
Recovery of Inguinal Hernia Repair
After a lapriscopic Hernia surgery you will have some pain for the first few hours. The pain you feel will be due to the incision made by your surgeon to aid in the performance of the procedure. After an average of three up to five hours later, your surgeon wil sign your discharge papers and allow you to leave with a designated caretaker or family member.
Once you get home, you will no longer need someone to care for you. After two to three days, your schedule can return to normal and you can go back to work. If you enjoy a work out, you can once again participate in any sport or fitness routine. In just a few short months the surgical scar will barely be noticeable to you.
