Q1. Do you notice a swelling or bulge in any of these areas?

Groin (Right / Left / Both)
Near the navel
Lower abdomen
Previous surgery scar
No visible swelling

Q2. Does the swelling…

Increase when you cough, laugh, strain, or lift weight
Reduce or disappear when you lie down
Appear only after standing or activity
None of the above

Q3. Do you feel any of the following in that area?

Heaviness or dragging sensation
Mild pain or discomfort after long standing
Pain while lifting or straining
Burning or dull ache
No pain at all

*Many hernias are painless initially

Q4. When do symptoms worsen?

During physical work or exercise
After a full meal
While coughing or sneezing
At the end of the day
No change noticed

Q5. Do any of these apply to you?

Chronic cough or constipation
Frequent weight lifting / heavy physical work
Previous abdominal surgery
Obesity or sudden weight gain
Age above 40
Family history of hernia

Could This Be a Hernia?

Q1. Do you notice a swelling or bulge in any of these areas?

Q2. Does the swelling…

Q3. Do you feel any of the following in that area?

Q4. When do symptoms worsen?

Q5. Do any of these apply to you?