An inguinal hernia occurs when soft tissues protrude through an area of weakness or a defect in your lower abdominal muscles. It’s often in or near the groin area. Anybody can get an inguinal hernia, ...

Inguinal hernias, characterized by a bulge in the groin, can be either direct, developing from weakened abdominal muscles over time, or indirect, resulting from a congenital defect in the abdominal ...

An inguinal hernia is a condition in which part of the intestine bulges through a hole in the abdominal wall of the groin. There are two types of inguinal hernias: Indirect inguinal hernias — usually ...

An inguinal hernia is a lump in the groin region, caused by the protrusion of the abdominal cavity fat or intestine, along with its peritoneal covering, and associated fluid, through the abdominal ...

Hernias typically result from muscle weakness and strain. Depending on the severity, doctors may suggest watchful waiting or surgery to repair the hernia. A hernia occurs when an organ pushes through ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Are there any nonsurgical ways to repair an inguinal hernia, like exercise, diet or walking? I believe I caught mine early on. The mesh does not seem promising. An inguinal hernia is a ...

Researchers have identified an apparent cause of inguinal hernia, or groin hernia, in older men: altered sex hormone levels that weaken and scar muscle tissue in the lower abdomen. Results of their ...

A 55-year-old man describes first feeling a painful lump on the left side of his groin while playing soccer. He says it does not interfere with his work as a carpenter, although he has stopped helping ...