An inguinal hernia occurs in the abdomen near the groin area. They develop when fatty or intestinal tissues push through a weakness in the abdominal wall near the right or left inguinal canal. Each inguinal canal resides at the base of the abdomen. It can appear as a swelling or lump in your groin, or as an enlarged scrotum (the pouch containing the testicles). The swelling may be painful. Adult males over 40 are much more likely to develop direct inguinal hernias than females

 

Symptoms of Inguinal hernia

 

Inguinal hernia may be painless or cause no symptoms, but some patients may feel discomfort or sharp pain, especially when straining, lifting, or exercising, that improves when resting. Also, a small bulge in one or both sides of the groin that may increase in size and disappear when lying down. 

 

Causes 

 

An inguinal hernia are caused by connective tissue degeneration of the abdominal muscles, which causes weakening of the muscles during the adult years. Direct inguinal hernias occur only in males. The hernia involves fat or the small intestine sliding through the weak muscles into the groin. A direct hernia develops gradually because of continuous stress on the muscles.

 

How do doctors diagnose inguinal hernia？

 

In some cases, your doctor may need to confirm the diagnosis and check your groin area for swelling or a bugle. If hasn’t produced any swelling that the doctor can see, he may order imaging tests, such as abdominal ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI.

 

Do all inguinal hernias require surgery?

 

If an inguinal hernia foes not get better or go away on its own. If you are diagnosed with an inguinal hernia, your physician will likely recommend surgery.

 

How is an inguinal hernia repaired?

 

Surgery is the primary treatment for inguinal hernia. It’s a very common operation and a highly successful procedure when done by a well-trained surgeon. Unilateral inguinal hernia repair – This is usually done under anesthesia. A cut is made in the groin and the fat and intestines are moved back into the abdomen. Often, synthetic mech will be placed over the weak area to prevent it reoccurring.

 

Price

 

Unilateral Inguinal Hernia Repair Package
The above fee covers:
Surgeon's Fee Operation Theatre Fee Instrument Fee Miscellaneous Fee	$14,700 $5,000 $1,700 $2,100
Package Price	$23,500
Types of Anaesthesia
Intravenous Sedation (I.V.S.) & Local Anaesthesia (L.A.)	Free
Monitored Anaesthesia Care (MAC)	+ $4,500
General Anaesthesia (GA)	+ $4,500

 

The Package Price above covers Post-operative Consultation Fee (1 Session), Surgeon's Fee, Instrument Fee, Local Anaesthesia Fee, Operation Theatre Fee, Report, Medication Fee and other miscellaneous charges during the procedure.

 

According to the patient's condition, the method of anesthesia is determined by doctor.

 

Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Package
The above fee covers:
Surgeon's Fee Operation Theatre Fee Instrument Fee Miscellaneous Fee	$17,400 $5,800 $2,300 $2,700
Package Price	$28,200
Types of Anaesthesia
Intravenous Sedation (I.V.S.) & Local Anaesthesia (L.A.)	Free
Monitored Anaesthesia Care (MAC)	+ $5,300
General Anaesthesia (GA)	+ $5,300

 

The Package Price above covers Post-operative Consultation Fee (1 Session), Surgeon's Fee, Instrument Fee, Local Anaesthesia Fee, Operation Theatre Fee, Report, Medication Fee and other miscellaneous charges during the procedure.

 

According to the patient's condition, the method of anesthesia is determined by doctor.

 

The price listed are for reference only. Prices are subject to change without prior notice.