What are the different types of hernias?
Inguinal hernias occur in the groin, which is the area between your abdomen and thigh. As the most common type of hernia in adults, inguinal hernias are most common with men although they can also occur in women. With an inguinal hernia, the contents of the abdomen – namely the intestine – protrude through a weakness or tear in the abdominal wall muscle creating a visible bulge and sometimes pain. Pain caused by an inguinal hernia can be a constant, daily pain or may be sporadic, occurring once in a while. Inguinal hernias can also be bilateral, occurring on both sides of the abdomen instead of a single side.
