Let’s see the symptoms and causes of Flank Hernia now! Don’t worry about this, you will be cured after the treatment suggested by your Doctor. Normally, a person affected by a hernia will have some symptoms.
It is caused by defects in the postero-lateral abdominal wall that allow the tissues inside the abdomen to protrude. Flank Hernia usually appears at the age of 50 – 70, especially when it affects men.
Flank Hernia symptoms include a bulge on the back or side, aging pain in the area, a feeling of pressure, back pain around the area of the bulge, and pain that worsens by coughing, heavy lifting, and pressuring.
- > Symptoms: Flank hernia symptoms may include a visible bulge or swelling, pain and discomfort, tenderness, abdominal symptoms, and back pain. These symptoms may worsen with physical activity, coughing, or heavy lifting.
These symptoms result in back pain, flank pain, or a dragging sensation. Get treated with your doctor and feel free of flank pain.
Flank Hernia, also known as Lumbar Hernia, is an uncommon one. If you have an injury in the back side of the abdominal wall or might have some surgeries due to kidney disease, it may be the cause of Flank Hernia.
Primarily you will have the symptom of a bulge pain in the area mostly on the upright especially when you cough or strain. Burning or aching at the bulge. A pain, dragging sensation, or discomfort in your groin.
1.Visible Bulge or Swelling
It is one of the signs of Herina disease. A bulge can be felt in the area, or it can be visible sometimes. It will appear by doing physical activities or physical positions.
2.Pain and Discomfort
You will get pain or discomfort in your groin. Mild pain, discomfort, and sensation at the site of the hernia.
You may get these symptoms while doing or involving strenuous physical activities, and you may feel the strain on your abdomen during uplifting weight. Some persons may have only bulge not pain or discomfort.
3.Tenderness
You will feel tenderness in your body when you have this disease. It can be more discomfort to you. You can consult with your doctor for further treatments.
4.Abdominal Symptoms
Your abdomen or groin is abnormal and may be disturbed during this disease. You will get worsening pain, back pain, bloating, difficulty swallowing, nausea or vomiting, visible bulge or lump.
5.Back Pain
Back pain is one of the symptoms of Hernia you will get worsening pain while standing, sitting, or bending. The pain will when you lift and bend. Stiffness in the morning when you wake up, will go to the leg or hip.
Start consulting with your doctor once you get symptoms related to hernia and recur from this.
Understanding the Causes of Hernia
> Causes: Flank hernia can be caused by factors such as aging, wound infection, rapid weight loss, strenuous activity, weak abdominal muscles, musculoskeletal defects at birth, and force trauma to the abdominal wall.
Some people are born with weak muscles or tissues that haven’t yet developed. Hernia can be caused due to an injury to the abdominal wall or after surgical treatments.
They caused due to some muscles becoming weak after surgery. The tissues may be cut during the surgical incision it may not heal after the procedure. This will form a gap.
The gap may be the reason for hernia formation.
Some of the reasons are listed below:
- Older age
- Wound Infection
- Loose weight too quickly
- Strenuous activity
- Weakness in the abdominal after the surgery
- Musculoskeletal defect at birth
- Force trauma to the abdominal wall
Conclusion
Flank Hernia will appear once you get old. You may get symptoms like bulge, worsening, and back pain. Moreover, this disease will take place for men from the age of 50 years.
From the beginning, if you get the symptoms or feel more pain, proceed with the doctor’s guidance. Don’t avoid treatment for this, as it will cause severe diseases in the future.
Dr. K. Amilthan MBBS., MS., FMAS., FALS.
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FAQ's
A bulge on the abdomen, aching pain in the area, a feeling of pressure, a tugging sensation of scrotum around the testicles, pain that worsens and adds pressure to areas while pressuring, straining, and coughing.
After the treatment/surgery, you can routine your activities after three weeks. At least six weeks try to avoid strenuous physical activities.
You need to avoid these exercises dealing with hernia, such as heavy exercise, weight lifting exercise, and avoiding overstretching the abdomen. Without straining the abdomen, other small exercises might be done
It will grow to large proportions when left untreated. It will lead to threatening such conditions, including enterocolitis and sepsis. Some hernias can lead to serious injury.
Dr. Amilthan
Dr. Amilthan is a renowned laparoscopic hernia surgeon based in Chennai, with over 20 years of experience in general surgery. He completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery at Kilpauk Medical College and Government Royapettah Hospital in Chennai.
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