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The following are some symptoms of hernia that you can keep an eye for:

• A noticeable bulge or lump near the groin or abdominal region. This is especially noticeable when you stand upright or while coughing.

• A sensation of burning at the affected area.

• Pain in the bulging area and sharp sensations when bending or doing strenuous activity.

• A sensation of heaviness at the region of the bulge.

• Pain and swelling around the testicles (for men in case of inguinal hernia).

• A constant increase in the size of the bulging area.

• Not being able to pass stools (caused by the inflammation and bulging of the intestines).

Hernia can be caused due to several factors. Weakness in the muscles present since birth can be a major factor for hernia, but some other factors can cause hernia too. Here are some of the major causes of hernia:

• Strenuous activity Engaging in strenuous activities like heavy lifting or exercise can put a considerable amount of pressure on the intestines and lead to the development of a hernia.

• Injuries Injuries to the abdomen or the intestines can displace it and weaken the muscle tissues in the area causing a hernia.

• Developmental issues Most inguinal hernias happen because an opening in the muscle wall does not close before birth as it should. This leaves a weak area in the belly muscle.

• Constipation Constipation can cause a lot of stress during bowel movement, and putting too much pressure on the intestines for a bowel movement can cause a hernia.

• Chronic coughing Chronic coughing refers to a condition where you have to cough constantly. Excessive coughing can put sudden pressure on the intestines.

• Pregnancy Pregnancies put a considerable amount of pressure on the intestines of women since their muscle walls stretch. Multiple pregnancies can cause a weakened muscle wall near the stomach and lead to a hernia.

• Obesity The excess amount of fat near the abdominal muscles can put pressure on the intestine, thereby causing a hernia.

• Premature birth If a baby is born prematurely, that means that it might have underdeveloped muscle tissue. This can sometimes cause a hernia in newborn infants.

• Ascites Ascites is a condition where the liver does not function properly and leads to the buildup of fluid in the abdominal region. This can put pressure on the intestine and cause its displacement.