Nursing care of Inguinal Hernias
An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of the abdominal contents through the inguinal canal, often into the groin or scrotum. They are a very common problem and patients may complain of pain or discomfort when coughing, exercising or during bowel movements. Inguinal hernias are so common, they are often one of the first surgical procedures postgraduate surgical residents are trained in. The protrusion may not be visible, particularly in overweight patients, however, a bulging area may occur in the area of the hernia, and may…