human
I think I may have an inguinal hernia. What are the symptoms?
gpt
Inguinal hernia is when part of the intestine is pushing through an opening or weak spot in the abdominal wall. There are several symptoms to look for, such as abdominal pain, difficulty with bowel movements, nausea, vomiting, abdominal swelling, and feeling of a lump in the groin.
human
Is there a home remedy to cure it?
gpt
Inguinal hernias are diagnosed by a medical doctor and are treated by surgery, as no home remedy will repair or heal the weakness in the abdominal wall.
human
OK. I need to see a doctor. What can I do to stop the pain?
gpt
Try to rest, reduce the amount of food you eat, and take an analgesic like paracetamol (Panadol, Tylenol) to alleviate the pain.
human
ok I will. I exercise a lot. Can I still go to the gym?
It’s better to rest your abdomen during an hernia, and there’s no reason to go to the gym. However, you can walk, as long as it’s at a moderate speed. You can also do simple exercises such as ankle rotations or leg lifts.
Absolutely! Having a hernia doesn’t mean you can’t exercise. In fact, regular exercise can help strengthen the abdominal muscles which can in turn help prevent the hernia from occurring again.