Chronic pain may occur following hernia surgery. This is uncommon but may relate to nerve irritation secondary to surgery and mesh placement. It may settle with time but usually a review by a pain specialist is the best management strategy. Prior to this its important to ensure there is no hernia recurrence.
Hernia formation is multifactorial. Genetics; collagen deficiency; heavy and repetitive lifting; previous hernia repair (same side or another location); straining ( coughing - smokers cough); constipation; and urinary obstruction.
It's best to have the hernia assessed by a surgeon. There are a multitude of factors in deciding to repair a hernia surgically. Generally if you are medically “fit” a hernia repair can be considered.
Yes. Usually an ultrasound may help with the diagnosis but this still needs to be evaluated carefully with specialist review.
