Your Questions About Hernia Symptoms Mayo Clinic

Posted on May 16, 2013 by admin

Richard asks…

Lower right abdominal pain with lump?

I am having episodes of pain in my lower right abdominal area. A knot forms between my right hip bone and belly button. The knot is extremely painful to the touch and hurts more with some movements, especially coughing. This happens once or twice a week and lasts for about two hours. I have nausea during that time. Has anyone ever experienced this?

admin answers:

You may have a hernia or maybe appendicitis – go to web search and go to mayo clinic.com and click on symptom checker – this may help

Have you seen a MD yet – you really should go and get it checked out
especially if the pain persist, worsens or have a fever. Don’t mess around – go see your MD

William asks…

what type of drugs are appropriate for estrogen therapy?

are the following drugs advisable to administer on patients with cystocele that are in need of estrogen therapy, if not, what can be administered:
-premarin
-premelle
-premelle cycle
-primax

are there other drugs that can be used on patients with cystocele

admin answers:

Up to Date:
Cystocele: hernia of the bladder with associated descent of the anterior vaginal segment.

There is no evidence estrogen therapy will prevent prolapse or that it is an effective treatment of prolapse symptoms.

Mayo Clinic/University of Maryland Medical Center:
This site states that a doctor may recommend using estrogen — either orally or in a vaginal cream — if the patient has already experienced menopause. This is because estrogen, which helps keep pelvic muscles strong, decreases after menopause.

Your doctor is in a better position to assess your condition, weigh the benefits/risk of estrogen therapy, and to recommend the most appropriate medication for you if it is indicated.

Also note that there is no consensus of estrogen therapy for cystocele.

Thomas asks…

where does a hernia hurt?

does a hernia hurt around the butthole? and where all does it hurt?

admin answers:

Mayo Clinic has info on different types of hernias. This one is intestinal. They also have a symptom checker. Try that once you are on the site. It sounds more like a hemorrhoid. You can read about that on the site also.

Good luck figuring it out. I hope you are better soon. When in doubt, go to the doctor!

Donald asks…

I experience a semi-sharp pain on the left side of my chest when drinking cold liquids.?

For the last 4 days, whenever I drink cold liquids, I get a quick sharp pain just to the left of my sternum which goes away after a second or two. This only happens when I drink cold liquids though. That’s pretty much the only symptom I have, but it’s totally not normal for me. My father’s a paramedic and I asked him his thoughts and his immediate response it could be a possible hiatal hernia, but I have no other symptoms. No burping or anything like that either. There have been no immediate injuries or anything strenuous that could’ve caused this. I don’t want to go to the doctor just yet if it’s nothing big. However, I was just wondering if anyone had any ideas or has heard of this before. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!!!

admin answers:

. You might want to read the Mayo Clinic site. There are a lot of possibilities.
The AMA site says: “…Normal persons often note chest or back pain during rapid ingestion of cold liquids, commonly believed to result from cold-induced “spasm” of esophageal muscle.”
Even YahooHealth has some info: “…The cause of esophageal spasm is unknown. Many doctors believe it results from a disruption of the nerve activity that coordinates the swallowing action of the esophagus. In some people, very hot or very cold foods may trigger an episode. .

Steven asks…

why does my right testicle hurt?

the pain comes and goes..its a little pain it doesnt hurt that much.. its just random when it happens. it used to happen alot when i played soccer. every time i ran fast it began to hurt alot for about 2 weeks.i have hernia is that the reason why it hurts.?

admin answers:

You should check with your doctor. However, if you don’t have medical insurance, use a Country facility. Go to Mayo Clinic online–there you will find every symptom and possible diagnosis available. However, a warning, hernias ARE life threatening. When you are on the Mayo Clinic’s website–do a search.

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Your Questions About Hernia Symptoms Abdomen

Posted on May 15, 2013 by admin

Michael asks…

i have lower right abdomen pain and it increases when i urinate or sneeze or cough?

two days ago i started having bruise like pain in my lower right abdomen. I had not gone to the bathroom for about 6 daays n threw up my breakfast. So i took a laxitive and went. But the pain has not gone away and worsens when i do any kind of pressure such as urinate, sneeze, yell ect. what can this be?

admin answers:

I agree with Jim that most likely its a herniation, in which the abdominal wall muscle was torn and a section of intestine may be bulging through the abdominal wall. The reason this can cause your symptoms is that a portion of your intestine herniates (pokes out) through the abdominal muscle and causes that portion to become blocked. Solid matter that is behind that section becomes blocked which could have caused the constipation and vomiting. The section of herniated intestine become ischemic (has damage due to lack of oxygen) and causes you pain. As you constrict the abdominal muscle it further compresses the section and that is why your pain increases. A hernia is palpitated or felt on the outside as a hard “bubble”. Sometimes the section of herniated intestine can be pushed back through the abdominal wall by a physician and the abdominal wall will heal, sometimes surgical correction is needed. Hope this helps.

James asks…

What could it meen when you have some swelling and mild pain in your lower abdomen?

ive been having pain for about 4 or 5 days and it hasnt gotten any better and there is a little swelling, the symptoms are no more on the left or the right side its just kind of in the middle. I know what you guys must be thinking ” just go to the doctor ” but i dont have insurance and i dont want to go unless its completly nessessary, and also i have had some health problems in the past and my parents both are happy about how well ive been doing lately so im kind of afraid to tell them that im not feeling well cuase im afraid theyll get upset, is it really nessessary to do anything about this, will just clear up on its own?

admin answers:

Well if you were overweight and liked to eat alot then I would say gas, try alka seltzer it can work wonders on gas.

Your problem could be as simple as a hernia or a really serious problem that is threatening your life.

I’d find a way to see a doctor.
Now we know why med insurance is so important.
Life can kill us people.

Charles asks…

what are the stomach cancer symptoms ?

I have been feeling this severe pain, on the upper abdomen and also a feel bloated after eating, constipation, and some nausea, woud appreciate your answer thanx.

admin answers:

What you’re experiencing does not mean it’s cancer. I know because I suffer from these same symptoms and I have bleeding ulcers, esophageal spasms, hiatal hernia, diverticulitis, I also have ulcers on my esophagus. I get bloated with terrible pain when I eat something that I shouldn’t. I remain on a bland, fat free diet. Sometimes, when we go out, I will order something and ask if there’s anythinig spicy in it I should know about. They usually tell the truth, but this last time they lied and said “no”. So I ordered it and after a few bites, noticed my tongue burning. Right away I had to stop eating. My stomach is so sensitive to anything spicy, that just those few bites had a huge affect on me. I suffered awful. I’m on mega doses of medication and just went to the hospital 2 weeks ago for I refer to as “My maintance check”. I had to be put on IV medications, had a scope to my stomach and found out just how bad it was, No surprises there. But you need to see a specialist called a Gastroenterologist. These Dr’s deal solely with the digestive systems and all diesease and every aspect of them. That would be the first thing to consider before cancer. Not all symptoms mean cancer. Consider the obvious first and go from there. That’s why I went into all that crap about my stomach problems. Sorry, Good luck and God bless

George asks…

What is the surgery like to rectify a hiatus hernia and does it cure the hernia?

and the associated symptoms. Were you able to wear a bra before your operation or did wearing one aggreviate the hernia

admin answers:

I had keyhole surgery to fix my hiatus hernia in February last year. It was called a Laporoscopic Fundoplication. This involves making a cut in the upper abdomen, pushing the stomach back into the correct position and securing it there, and then repairing any gap of the diaphragm. I am completely over the moon that I went ahead with it as it has made such a difference for me. I can eat foods now that i couldn’t before. I can sleep without waking up, feeling sick. I don’t have to rely on taking tablets every day. I know that alot of people dimiss this op saying that it might not work but in my case it most definitely has worked and i would not change that for the world and would reccomend it to anyone. I put up with it for over 15 yrs and am so glad to wake up every morning now and not feel ill and in pain. I personally didn’t find wearing or not wearing a bra made any difference. Symptoms as far as i was concerned would be reflux, especially if you bent down for any reason, constant burning chest pain(heartburn), inability to eat anything acidic as this would aggravate the pain and sickness. General unwell feeling hard to describe.

John asks…

I have been taking 200 mg ibuprofen once a night for the last 3 months. Is this potentially dangerous?

I had an extensive hernia repair surgery late May, and to deal with the pain and swelling, I had/have been taking 200 mg of ibuprofen once a night for the last 2 months, on top of the Hydro-ibuprofen combination the doctor told me to take the first month . I don’t drink alcohol, but I have Crohn’s, and I take 100 mg 6-MP (another probable Hepatotoxic) a day. My liver results have always come back fine, but that was all pre-op. Do I need to worry about this?? Should I go to the Crohn’s doctor and request more blood work, or just wait until the next appointment in November? If the combination of 6-mp and ibuprofen caused some kind of liver damage, what symptoms would I look for? Thank you for your time.

admin answers:

200 mg ibuprofen is not a big dose of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory. It should not interact with the mercaptopurine, as the main toxicity of the NSAID’s is on the stomach lining, or potentially (and this is a LONG shot!) the kidney. In excessive doses in a person who may be dehydrated, NSAID’s may cause kidney toxicity, but at this dosage, as long as you are well hydrated, does not present any danger to your kidneys.
If you did have liver damage from any of the drugs you are taking, you might experience loss of appetite, discomfort in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, dark urine, or yellowing of the whites of your eyes (jaundice).
Unless your own physician tells you otherwise, I don’t think that 200 milligrams of ibuprofen is dangerous to your health..
Good luck to you!

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Your Questions About Hiatal Hernia Jokes

Posted on May 14, 2013 by admin

Steven asks…

What to do?I am getting desperate with pain?

Having stomach issues for the past two years. One doctor diagnosed trouble w/gallbladder- then renigged- another doc said the same- then renigged once again. Was diagnosed w/Hiatal Hernia and sever gastritus Novemer 2006. Pain since being hospitalized over a year ago w/those diagnoses. Constantly feeling bloated, sever indigestion,Acid reflux,try to burp-even have my hubby burp me but sometimes vomit, feel like food is stuck, pain radiates from midline(Below Sternum) to just below my right ribcage. The pain goes right through to my back. Needless to say- am miserable- cant sleep- hurt when I eat and when I dont. I have tried every medication on the face of the earth- even home remedies like cutting fatty food, acids, even stopped wearing bras to relieve pressure for a while. At hospital last night w/pain,very miserable- they immediately said all my symptoms pointed to gallbladder- but again they renigged. Frustrated, seeing PCP in 1hr, how can I get them to just pull it out!Plz help me

admin answers:

Yo… In all seriousness and all joking asside… SMOKE MARIJUANA!

It’s cheap, it’s natural, it will definately be effective. If you have an issue with ingesting smoke go down to your local headshop and buy a vaporizer…

Get past the social stigma, and get better… If it wasn’t for a few corrupt sensationalist politicians marijuana would be legal and would be prescribed to people living in pain as you are currently…

James asks…

Stomach/digestion problems, PLEASE help! It’s driving me insane?

I got my gallbladder removed in August, which the doctor expected would stop the severe, reoccurring heart burn I get. The heart burn is so bad that it makes me feel nauseous, and not until I start feeling better, I feel that it’s actually heartburn. It’s like acid, and a lot of air/pressure is stuck in the top of my stomach. I also am afraid to swallow sometimes, because sometimes when I swallow, I feel a slight gag reflex. I often feel really hungry once the heartburn starts to subside, which I find strange. I get this mainly in the evenings, after I eat dinner (even if it’s a SMALL, early dinner), and I only remember one day in the past 2 months when I did NOT get it. I always avoid fatty & spicy foods and large meals.

I have been diagnosed with MILD acid reflux and a hiatal hernia. Should this cause me to feel this sick? It’s driving me insane because it has been going on for 4 yrs. After the gallbladder surgery, my overall health became SLIGHTLY better but I still have this problem and it’s causing me to even question going to college because I’m scared to feel sick every time I go to school.

I take tums, pepcid, and some even stronger medications when I feel sick and sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn’t.

Please, if you have any advice let me know. The doctor doesn’t seem to know what it is. He has done so many tests on me including barium swallow, endoscopy, colonoscopy, and gallbladder ultrasound (like I said, my gallbladder is gone now).

Thank you. Any info/advice will be greatly appreciated.
Oh and I am 5’0” and weigh 115lbs so I’m not obese or anything lol!

admin answers:

You have to watch the tv show Mystery Diagnosis on Discovery Health channel. You have to do some detective work to figure this out. What happens if you exercise hard when the pain starts. Does it get better or worse if you eat something. How about if you immediately drink something. Is it better or worse when you wake up in the morning. Just before bed. Does it change when you worry. If you read a book of jokes, does laughing make it better or worse. You can zero in on this problem. Read more at www.webmd.com and www.medlineplus.com

David asks…

Hiatus Hernia or something else? ?

Over the past few weeks I am getting this weird feeling under my ribs (has happened on separate ocassions on both sides). It feels like something is popping out and getting trapped inside me. I rub the area and sometimes feel it ‘pop’ back in. I am left with a bruised feeling in the area for a few days after. It usually happens during the evening or in the night. Clothing that is tight around my waist makes it more uncomfortable. I am overweight (BMI 27) and carry my excess weight around my middle. I am in my 40′s. I do burp an awful lot and it’s a bit of a family joke. Can anyone help?

admin answers:

A sliding hiatal hernia involves the stomach bulging up through the opening in the diaphragm that the esophagus passes through, called a hiatus. In a sliding hernia, the stomach bulges into the chest cavity at times, and reduces back into the abdominal cavity at other times. Remaining in an upright position for at least a half hour after meals is recommended, to keep the stomach where it belongs. Excessive belching is a symptom of hiatal hernia, so you may well have accurately diagnosed your problem.

Joseph asks…

help i need help no joke?

ok i keep yawningg i think i need more oxygen so how do i get more i go outside and feel fine i do have asma and i been haviing some trouble taking deep breaths any help i go to the doctors next week for phiscal

admin answers:

Your problems of having trouble taking deep breaths, having to yawn feeling; ( which might indicate lack of oxygen to the brain); feeling not enough air going into you rungs; are probably due to GERD ( uppere GI series can confirm this) ; anxiety attacks; and constricted airways due to your asthma; after nights in smokey places (clubs, bars etc)

Can you really establish why it varies, or what has a major influence (beside smoke!) on how bad it gets… Maybe you should keep a notebook or journal with info on what iyou eat/drink where you were and so on, and a “rating” on how bad it is on the given day.. This might help to see what triggers it

Have you looked into the possibility of heart problems such as a mitral valve prolapse or a metabolic condition?

Certain conditions can affect the way the body handles oxygen — just because oxygen concentrations in the blood are okay doesn’t mean the heart is getting exactly what it wants or needs; this could be caused by any number of things, from simple anemia to a heart condition.

Certain metabolic things (although more rarely) can still also cause problems with breathing. Because a high breathing rate expels a lot of carbon dioxide, and the presence of carbon dioxide in the blood affects it’s pH, sometimes a problem with blood pH can manifest itself with a breathing problem.

Have they talked to you about a possibility it’s anxiety? Can you describe the feeling further? If your PFTs are normal then I have a feeling it isn’t something physiologically wrong with your breathing, like a diaphragmatic problem or a lung collapse. Talk to a GP about what else could possibly cause a feeling of not getting enough air. There’s tons and tons of things that could cause this and I’m only touching on a couple of them.

It is probably unlikely that you have a collapsed lung but you never know. They just take a chest xray to see if it has collapsed, even partially. It could be a way to rule out possibilities.

How about a deep ven thrombosis( DVT) ? It might also be due to air hunger. Or chronic sinusitis.The infection in your sinuses might be constantly draining into your lungs

A pt complains this way: CAN”T GET THE AIR AT TIMES TO YAWN. You might have COPD.or Post nasal Drip or hiatal hernia.or Phrenic Nerve damage.

Another person expressed a desire to fill his lungs by taking deep breaths, or yawning…sometimes he found himself unable to yawn, but when he CAN yawn, it makes it better. When he force himself to breathe normally, he gets a sensation like Ihe’s starving for air, but his blood-oxygen levels are good, and his last breathing test (breathing into the tube) came out good. The doctor said he had very weak reactive airway disease, but no inhaler . Often have a desire to fill my lungs by taking deep breaths, or yawning…sometimes I find myself unable to yawn, but when I CAN yawn, it makes it better. When I force myself to breathe normally, I get a sensation like I’m starving for air, but my blood-oxygen levels are good, and my last breathing test (breathing into the tube) came out good.

The doctor said I have very weak reactive airway disease.This problem seems worse when your stomach is full, or when lying down (it keeps me from getting to sleep easily)

The forum below have people expressing similar problems like you:
.http://www.healthboards.com/boards/archive/index.php/t-68391.html

Daniel asks…

My stomach and chest? Are the pains related?

When I laugh there’s this shooting pain in my chest near my heart, it can also occur randomly. The same pain occurs in my stomach, though less often. It can happen when I chug, and on rare occasions out of nowhere.

Also increased activity and eating can upset my chest and stomach…

Are these occurrences related? Don’t tell me to go to the doctor.. Whenever I go to the eye doctors or even just the chiropractor with no needles, medicines, or eye drops I’m ready to scream ‘rape.’ It’s a terrifying experience and I’m very focused on avoiding it.
..I might mention I’m f*cking terrified by pills. Whenever I have to take something like my calcium, magnesium, and vitamin C, it’s powers mixed in with water and juice.

admin answers:

First of all I am sorry to hear that you are afraid of the doctor. I am a nurse and am TERRIFIED of the dentist. So I don’t go. But I am a cardiac nurse and would like to say knowing I do not know your heatlh history but can bet anxiety is an issue. (much like my anxiety about going to the dentist gives my stomach ache.) chest pain is no joke. However, assuming you have no cardiac history I am willing to bet you have chronic stomach issues. Even if they are undiagnosed. Ok here it goes, gas pain hurts like a knife, but gastric acid pain can hurt very bad also, it can mimic and often does the pain of a heart attack. This kind of pain is usually right in the middle of your chest (causing chest and abdominal pain) can even take your breath away the pain can be so sharp. This pain can be caused by stress or over production of gastric acid. Do you take an acid reducer like over the counter (or prescribed) prilosec, zantac, pepcid, and etc? Try one of those for a week. Another common thing associated with that pain is an ulcer (which you will not get rid of without seeing an MD, sorry : ( or even a hiatal hernia which can cause pain after eating. (look that up on google). My concern is that if this pain is associated with high anxiety, and anxiety can and often has physical pain like chest pain and abdominal pain and then turn into panic attacks if untreated. You should really see an MD about it. I know you don’t want to hear that but let’s say the pain is cardiac in nature, only a MD can help you! If this pain would be cardiac in nature, nothing over the counter will help. Wishing you luck.

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Your Questions About Best Hernia Jokes

Posted on May 13, 2013 by admin

Ken asks…

I have a hernia and when I press on my abdomen a fowl oredr comes out of my navel? what is this?

admin answers:

Are you serious or is this a joke??? Honestly, I need to know because that is the craziest, sickest thing EVER!!!

Donald asks…

Why does it burn when I pee?

This question is no joke…..I know I don’t have any STD’s because I haven’t had sex in months…but I get a tingling sensation from the tip of my penis to the hole of my ass, could it be a hernia? Its like a tingling of the muscles…I can go about normal activities but when I bend of squat it hurts…..

admin answers:

Lol…..go see a doctor dude, you’re not gonna get any sound medical advice on the internet, especially for something that could be serious!

Mark asks…

Do you have a medical condition?

It can be as small as allergies, so name anything. How do you cope with it, and what medications must you take.
Me:
-Scoliosis: I’m supposed to get a back brace
- Allergies to pollen, grass, and trees over spring: eye drops, pills, stay in doors, etc..

Oh, and I’m also allergic to kiwis and pineapples, they give me a rash around my mouth and makes me nauseous.

admin answers:

I had a hernia repair at a week or two weeks old.
Cut my chin up at five.
Fell down a story and landed on my butt resulting in severe scoliosis.
I am allergic to tylenol, dust, pollen, wasps, grass, some other medicines, and stupid people make me nauseous,
No joke. Also I have enema behind my ears and light dandruff.
I have empty arms syndrome I’m CDO, aka obsessive compulsive disorder in alphabetical order, I also have a phobia of clowns, and am claustrophobia, and sometimes afraid of being stepped on
I’m also allergic to shellfish. Am allergic to cats. And I’m depressed and have Post traumatic stress disorder. I m just messed up living a fun life in a stupid world.

John asks…

I forget what joke this is.?

I remember a joke about a woman going to a physical trainer and she kept a diary about it and over time it went from nice things about the trainer to mean things. If you know the joke please post it.

admin answers:

A WOMAN’S WEEK AT THE GYM

If you read this without laughing out loud, there is something wrong with you. This is dedicated to everyone who ever attempted to get into a regular workout routine.

Dear Diary,

For my birthday this year, my daughter (the dear) purchased a week of personal training at the local health club for me.
Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I decided it would be a good idea to go ahead and give it a try.

I called the club and made my reservations with a personal trainer named Belinda, who identified herself as a 26-year-old aerobics instructor and model for athletic clothing and swim wear.

My daughter seemed pleased with my enthusiasm to get started! The club encouraged me to keep a diary to chart my progress.

____________ _________ _________ __
MONDAY:
Started my day at 6:00 a.m. Tough to get out of bed, but found it was well worth it when I arrived at the health club to find Belinda waiting for me. She is something of a Greek goddess – with blond hair, dancing eyes and a dazzling white smile. Woo Hoo!!

Belinda gave me a tour and showed me the machines. I enjoyed watching the skillful way in which she conducted her aerobics class after my workout today. Very inspiring!

Belinda was encouraging as I did my sit- ups, although my gut was already aching from holding it in the whole time she was around. This is going to be a FANTASTIC week!

____________ _________ _________ __
TUESDAY:
I drank a whole pot of coffee, but I finally made it out the door. Belinda made me lie on my back and push a heavy iron bar into the air then she put weights on it! My legs were a little wobbly on the treadmill, but I made the full mile. Belinda’s rewarding smile made it all worthwhile. I feel GREAT! It’s a whole new life for me.

____________ _________ _________ _
WEDNESDAY:
The only way I can brush my teeth is by laying the toothbrush on the counter and moving my mouth back and forth over it. I believe I have a hernia in both pectorals. Driving was OK as long as I didn’t try to steer or stop. I parked on top of a GEO in the club parking lot.

Belinda was impatient with me, insisting that my screams bothered other club members. Her voice is a little too perky for that early in the morning and when she scolds, she gets this nasally whine that is VERY annoying.

My chest hurt when I got on the treadmill, so Belinda put me on the stair monster. Why the hell would anyone invent a machine to simulate an activity rendered obsolete by elevators? Belinda told me it would help me get in shape and enjoy life. She said some other shit too.

____________ _________ _________
THURSDAY:
Belinda was waiting for me with her vampire-like teeth exposed as her thin, cruel lips were pulled back in a full snarl. I couldn’t help being a half an hour late – it took me that long to tie my shoes.

Belinda took me to work out with dumbbells. When she was not looking, I ran and hid in the rest-room. She sent another skinny bitch to find me.

Then, as punishment, she put me on the rowing machine — which I sank.
____________ _________ _________ _
FRIDAY:
I hate that bitch Belinda more than any human being has ever hated any other human being in the history of the world. Stupid, skinny, anemic, anorexic little cheerleader. If there was a part of my body I could move without unbearable pain, I would beat her with it.

Belinda wanted me to work on my triceps. I don’t have any triceps! And if you don’t want dents in the floor, don’t hand me the damn barbells or anything that weighs more than a sandwich.

The treadmill flung me off and I landed on a health and nutrition teacher. Why couldn’t it have been someone softer, like the drama coach or the choir director?

____________ _________ _________ __
SATURDAY:
Belinda left a message on my answering machine in her grating, shrilly voice wondering why I did not show up today. Just hearing her voice made me want to smash the machine with my planner; however, I lacked the strength to even use the TV remote and ended up catching eleven straight hours of the Weather Channel.

____________ _________ _________ __
SUNDAY:
I’m having the Church van pick me up for services today so I can go and thank GOD that this week is over. I will also pray that next year my daughter (the little shit) will choose a gift for me that is fun — like a root canal or a hysterectomy. I still say if God had wanted me to bend over, he would have sprinkled the floor with diamonds!!!

Michael asks…

Please describe the symptoms of a hernia. thank you.?

My husband needs to know..no joke. pls.

admin answers:

A hernia is a protrusion of a tissue, structure, or part of an organ through the muscular tissue or the membrane by which it is normally contained. The hernia has 3 parts: the orifice through which it herniates, the hernial sac, and its contents.

A hernia may be likened to a failure in the sidewall of a pneumatic tire. The tire’s inner tube behaves like the organ and the sidewall like the body cavity wall providing the restraint. A weakness in the sidewall allows a bulge to develop, which can become a split, allowing the inner tube to protrude, and leading to the eventual failure of the tire.

Have a look at the below website, they have an anatomical body on it, you point to where the pain is and will list the type/s of hernias that can occure.

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Your Questions About Hernia Jokes

Posted on May 12, 2013 by admin

Paul asks…

Can Mesh used in an operation to repair a hernia melt if you stand too close to a fire?

My Friend recently had surgery to repair a two hernias in his lower abdomen. Since they used a plastic mesh in the operation, we were joking about how he can’t stand too close to a fire now or they’ll melt inside him. Is this actually possible?

admin answers:

Only if your friend was planning on cooking themselves(the flesh) not med rare but fully cooked through. I think that pain alone would not allow them to stand too close to a fire to long..

Joseph asks…

Is it normal for Doctors to touch balls when someone has stomach pain?

When I was in Brazil, I went to see a doctor because I had a stomach pain after eating food at a restaurant. After he examined my stomach he told me to pull down my pants and he started touching my balls. This isn’t a joke by the way and it happened to me when I was 15 y/o and I was with my dad as well.

Is this what Doctors do in Brazil when someone has a stomach pain?

admin answers:

It sounds like he was checking to see if you possible had a hernia. Stomach pain can be caused by that. It is normal

Mark asks…

How do I keep a really hard promise?

Okay so at my 13 birthday I made a “covenant” to God saying that I won’t watch p*rno until I’m 18 but it’s really hard I keep getting tempted and I already broke the promise after 1 year and because of that I got Hernia, Asthma, and from 3rd in class I became the 12th. Now I’m trying again but its just hard. HELP! Someone, I need some tips

admin answers:

You can’t it’s already been broken. On the up side of things, it’s more or less a promise made to yourself, that you will abstain from said activity. Here’s where your problem arises, you, yourself have stated that you are trying (not to watch it), stop trying, just don’t do it. It is that simple.

If you feel the urge to do so, go jogging or something, do something else that will distract you until the urge passes…I don’t know what to tell you man, evidently we hold a different set of beliefs, but I also didn’t get carried away to the degree that it affected my school work or my health LOL (That takes dedication!) Sorry, I shouldn’t make jokes, but seriously, in all honesty, if you put that much of yourself into it, maybe just start with cutting back first, ween your way off….I’m laughing as I type this.

You are a growing boy, and believe it or not (Minus the side effects it seems to have with you) this is normal, for both boys and girls, it’s just not usually a topic of conversation at your age as it’s still a taboo subject (that’ll go away).

Anyway, best of luck to you with this

David asks…

do i get to choose the alternate apft event i do?

i have a perm profile, and it says i could walk or bike. i cant run because or hernia surgery that didnt take well. the bouncing of running hurts me. only problem is, the alternate walking event is so high paced that it hurts. i could walk, just not high speeds. so do i get to choose which event i do?

admin answers:

I think the bike would be better then power walk. The walk is no joke, I think the swim may be better still but I have never done an alternate event.

George asks…

Can you pull muscles in your rectom by straining to go to the bathroom? What does it feel like? thanks?

this is not a joke question.. i am really serious. I have been constipated for the past few days, and since last night have been having some pain near the tailbone but not on it. It’s between the tailbone and rectom. It doesn’t hurt constantly, just when I sit or shift in a certain position. I am wondering if I pulled a muscle or something straining.. or if that’s even possible. thanks.

admin answers:

Yes. You may have pulled a muscle. You may also have developed a hernia, which is quite common and can definitely be caused by straining to use the restroom. If it doesn’t begin to feel better in ten days or so, you might want to visit your doctor. If the pain intensifies, you may need to go right away. Hope you get feeling better!

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Your Questions About Sports Hernia Jokes

Posted on May 11, 2013 by admin

Joseph asks…

so the “criminal” system failed me now what?

we have been having a dispute with our dumbass neighbors for over 1 1/2 years.. started out with them speeding toward my kids and their friends playing in my yard which is next to theirs, and escalted into the them damaging my property ( splattering paint on my home,pulling slats off my fence and then after I erected a camera to catch them, they took down their camera that was 5 ft oOVER my 6 ‘ fence LOoking INTO my yard that I blocked with a palm tree r 2, they broke my camera) because the kids MIGHT damage their cars but has never happened, yet.
cops said it is ALL civil, not criminal as they cannot prove it was them, even though BOTH OUR YARDS ARE COMPLETELY FENCED IN, and THEY havea BAD DOG sign up, soI doubt anyone broke into their yard just to damage MY property?!

Anyways it finally escalted into the “husbund” attacking me on a customer of mines lawn asI was working. I ended up witth what doctors called a “sports hernia” and will take 6 months to a year to heal, with rest, BUT since I have my own business can’t rest.
So he said 12-18 months if I am careful.

Oh and the guy bit me also after hitting me multiple times in the head without giving me a chance to take off my glasses, he knocked those off, and did I mention I have a handicap? yea only 1 eye, as I lost the other when i was 6, i am now 45. the guy not only knew about it but promised to go after the other good eye. oh yea and his wife makes jokes about it, the kind I heard as a 6th grader..

He also fled after I let him up and hid for 3 hours b4 truning himself in, battered pretty bad himself.
He blamed it on me, I blamed it on his wife as he did hide out for a while…he was charged with battery and the SA increased it to felony battery but now its back down to simple battery..

So guess what his plea deal is going to be? 1 year probation and a 1000 fine.
thats it.

What are my options? Should i contact the attorney general?
Take it to court and let a jury decide, hell hes geting off easy anyway
Find a good civil lawyer and sue his ass after he pleads guilty?

admin answers:

Based solely on ‘your side’ of the story, i’d say you have a good civil case

John asks…

How do I make him notice me?

There’s this guy in my powerlifting class at the YMCA who I think is mega cute. His neck is as wide as my thigh, no joke. I just want to smear him with sunless-tanning lotion and then coat him in vegetable oil to make his levator scapulae shimmer in the fluorescent gym lighting. I know it’s love because I wouldn’t even mind dosing his acne coated butt with a hypodermic full of anabolic steroids.

I’ve been squatting and adjusting my sports bra in front of him for I don’t know how long and he still hasn’t asked me out. I even tried asking him for help with the weights, but all he did was grunt and have a hernia.

I’m ready to just throw in the sweat towel, these glutes were made for walkin’ if you know what I mean… How do I get this massive Olympus-like specimen of science-gone-right to show me some attention?

admin answers:

This question is a f*****g opus. Check your hormones, love.

James asks…

Was I sexually assaulted?

I am not a troll.. and I am not a liar first of all:
I am 14, and I do track every spring.. for school sports you need to get a physical from the school doctor ( not nurse, a doctor from the district comes to the school ) and he examines you real quickly.. however.. for some reason the doctor did something out of the ordinary… I went for my physical with him, and after doing some regular stuff like questions and checking my heart rate.. he told me to lower my pants, he had a look at my penis and testicle area for about 10 seconds then had me pull my pants up, i wasn’t alarmed at all until the next day, i thought it was just standard procedure but at the lunch table i joked something like ” its so weird the school doctor has to look at your cock ” and then my friends who also got a physical looked puzzled and said that they did notget looked at there, and did not have to pull down their pants.. i asked around with a lot of people and they said they didnt either.. i’m freaked out right now..

any doctors here, or something- nurses- know if this is normal? did he see something on me that required him to check my privates? or is this something i need to tell my parents and a school administrator or something about?

thanks
i know that.. but it only happened to me and no one else.
it did make me uncomfortable the guy looked at my dick and no one elses

admin answers:

I am a nurse and mother. It is common for the Doctor to check your testicles to make sure 1. They have descended, 2. There are no lumps- testicular cancer can present it self at age 14 up 3. To check for a hernia. First, I don’t think you were assaulted. The doctor can assess things quickly, but I don’t know how he did the assessment without touching your testicles. I also think it is strange he did not do the same to the other boys. Do you have any other problems? Were you a premature baby? Did you complain about any problems urinating, or any pain? I understand it was uncomfortable , but the doctors see “down there” all the time. Do you have a regular Doctor? Maybe one you feel close to? Why don’t you call him at the office and tell him how you feel. I promise he would not mind and he would be glad you did. You can tell him exactly what you wrote. I know you weren’t assaulted though. So you don’t need to worry about that. Although, I would like you to call your family doctor. It is always a good idea to have someone to talk to that won’t freak out. If you really think something happened you have to talk to someone.

Chris asks…

Lump under my skin by Vaginia?

I found when I was about 15 years old and didn’t think anything of it because it didn’t hurt, it didn’t grow, it didn’t do anything. I am 17 now and I told my boyfriend after he recived a hernia ): he told me to get it cheaked out, now I am starting to get worried about it, its about the size of a almond and it moves around pretty easily, its on the left side of my vaginia where the skin is. I am a heathy girl and am very active in sports so I don’t see what it could be. Can someone help me out?

admin answers:

It’s probably a harmless cyst in your bartholian gland…see your gynecologist. If it doesn’t hurt, your lucky..mine grew to the size of a baseball, NO JOKE….if it gets bigger and starts to hurt, then start to worry.

Steven asks…

HOW DO I GET MY HEART RATE UP. SO I CAN SHOW THE NURSE. SHE SERIOUSLY TOUCHED ME BADLY.?

so 2 weeks ago i got extremly dizzy and i couldnt walk. So i went to the nurse in midday and she let me sit there for 20 mins. Then she said it was all in my head? and she said i need to control myself. so she sent me on my way even though i was clearly out of it. Then in the middle of my next class i started getting extremly dizzy, and there was just pain in my sides like striking pain. and i couldnt even talk or pay attention to what people were saying to me. I started breathing very weirdly and they had to send a golf cart and have someone carry me. Right when we got there the nurse was like “get up. we talked about this before, you need to handle yourself better. get up you can walk” and she literally handled me in a very bad manner, she gripped my arm like the kind of grip you get when your PARENTS get angry but worse and “threw” (it felt like she threw me) me in the wheel chair. then when everyone left. she was like “get up you can walk to the bed right here” and pulled me up without helping me, i stumbled and she told me to walk to the bed. I sat down and she asked me a question and i nodded. she grabbed my face and was like “you need to speak”. i couldnt speak cause i felt like if i spoke vomit would come up. she then took my vitals and told me they were normal and to leave.

I want to prove her wrong. that something WAS wrong with me. Shes just a nurse and she cant just check my heart rate and think OH its normal so its in her head.

I really just want to show her that my heart rate is bad or whatever. and she can feel sorry.

admin answers:

School nurses are a joke. I know exactly what you’re talking about, maybe all school nurses are required to be miserable jerks. It seems like the only time they actually DO pay attention is when a doctor is there giving students their sports physicals and the boys have to pull their underwear down for the hernia test. Then of course you have their full attention as they’re gawking at your penis.

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Your Questions About Henna Tattoo

Posted on May 10, 2013 by admin

Joseph asks…

How can you protect your Henna Tattoo from pool chlorine?

i just got my henna tattoo on sunday, and i’m planning on swimming with it. what’s a good way to protect it from the pools chemicals?

admin answers:

I went to Splashtown on Tuesday with a Henna Tattoo on and it didn’t wash off. I still have it one right now. Just go in the pool, it’ll be fine. If you want to be safe, put some lotion or something on it. Maybe that’ll help.

Mark asks…

Where can I buy a good henna tattoo kit?

I recently got a henna tattoo done on my wrist, and I really liked it. I was wondering where I could buy a kit or something so I could do more of these myself, but I don’t want to waste money on something. Which kit or ink has seemed to work the best?

admin answers:

Hi That One Girl.!
You can buy henna tattoo kit on Amazon.
Http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26ref_%3Dnb%5Fsb%5Fnoss%26field-keywords%3Dhenna%2btattoo%2bkit%26url%3Dsearch-alias%3Daps&tag=digitsy-post-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

Steven asks…

How long does it usually take for henna tattoo to fade from skin?

I want to wear some henna tattoo, so I want to know how long does it stay untill it fade away from skin..??

admin answers:

Henna can start fading within a few days on the thinner skinned areas like your back, belly or chest.

If you want them to last the longest, you need to have the tattoo put on the thickest, calloused skin. When people say ‘my henna tattoo lasted six weeks’ it’s because they had it placed on the palms of their hands or the bottoms of their feet.

Chris asks…

Can you tattoo over a henna tattoo with a regular tattoo?

I am interested in getting a henna tattoo. If I do, will I be able to get a regular tattoo over the henna tattoo?

admin answers:

Answer my question first. Are you legally retarded? Henna tattoos only last like a couple days. Fucking tard

James asks…

How do I make my henna tattoo last longer?

I got a henna tattoo a couple days ago and probably only left part of it on for an hour. I really want to make it last longer. What things should I avoid AND what remedies can I use to make it longer. Thanks!
Ive been using lemon juice

admin answers:

Henna ink starts out copper or reddish brown. Over time, it turns dark brown and then fades.Henna looks different on everyone. Body chemistry, temperature and location on the body have a lot to do with how dark the stain will be. Drier skin on the hands and feet stains much darker than the softer skin on the upper arm or back. Henna stains are darkest during the first 7-10 days, then gradually fade.

The following are some steps you can follow to ensure a nice stain:

A. LEAVE PASTE ON AS LONG AS POSSIBLE
It is recommended to leave the paste on at least 5-6 hours or more. Leave paste on overnight for best results. The longer the paste stays on the skin, the darker the stain will be.

B. HEAT AND MOISTURE HELP
The warmer the body temperature, the faster the henna will stain. If you are cold, try drinking something hot before you start. Gently steaming the area while the paste is on also helps.

C. WRAP IT UP
You can wrap the area with an elastic bandage, paper medical tape or toilet paper. Wrapping isn’t required but it helps conserve heat and moisture, which help to make the stain darker. Also protects sheets if paste is left on overnight. I usually put a piece of toilet paper over the design, then wrap with an elastic bandage. If you want to use plastic wrap, be sure to wrap with toilet paper first to soak up any perspiration and to prevent smudges.

D. REMOVE THE PASTE
DO NOT USE WATER!! You can use lemon juice or olive oil to remove the paste. You can also gently scrape the paste off or let it fall off naturally.Try not to get the area wet for at least 6-12 hours after paste removal although waiting a full 24 hours is best. The longer you prevent the area from getting wet with water, the better. Design will be bright orange at first and then gradually darken to brown. Henna stains take 48 hours to develop.

E. MOISTURIZE
Apply some kind of natural oil or butter after the paste is removed to protect henna design and prevent exfoliation. A lot of store bought moisturizers contain chemicals that can prematurely lighten the stain, so it’s best to use something natural like HennaMe Aftercare Balm! Avoid moisturizers with fruit acids (Alpha-Hydroxy Acid) or bleaching agents.

F. AVOID FRICTION.
Exfoliation of the skin is what causes henna to fade. Excess washing and friction from clothing will make the stain fade faster. The less you touch the area, the better. Wear gloves when washing dishes if the design is on your hand.

Please remember, henna body art is not an exact science. Everyone stains differently due to countless variables. If you follow the above guidelines, your henna stain should last 1-3 weeks depending on body location and aftercare

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Your Questions About Henna Sooq

Posted on May 9, 2013 by admin

Chris asks…

I am thinking about using Henna as a hair dye. Does anyone know where I can get good quality 100% pure Henna?

I have been looking at sites like Morrocco Methods and Henna Sooq. Right now I am at a cross road and am not sure who provides the actual pure Henna that is not mixed with ingredients such as PPD etc…

admin answers:

I get my henna from http://artisticadornment.com/ or http://www.hennacaravan.com/shop/hair.html
Henna Sooq is good too and http://www.mehandi.com/ though I’ve never personally ordered from them. Just make sure to order henna powder and mix it yourself, that way you know its okay. And remember henna on its own is only ever red.

Daniel asks…

How much does henna cost?

I’m going to get henna for my birthday at Henna Sooq in Toronto, Ontario. On their website, it doesn’t say how much it costs and I was wondering how much it would be. I just want both of my hands done in brown, and nothing really too complex. I’m 12, so at most places I’m still considered a child. I was told by my friend that it’s seven dollars a hand, but she lives in Chicago, so I figured the prices would be really different. Thanks!

admin answers:

My henna tattoo on my foot was ten dollars if i had it on my hand it would have been the same price so the same as a foot so 20 dollars 4 u

David asks…

What is the best brand (darkest and long lasting) of henna in a tube or cone for a tattoo?

admin answers:

I am a professional henna artist, and the absolutely best henna paste/tube or cone is the ones you mix yourself.
Read this article I wrote and if there is anything else I can help you with please don’t hesitate to contact me

Pre-Made Henna Paste is found all over ebay and the internet. Here are some definite points to help you make the right decision.

Fresh henna paste does not have a very long shelf life. Henna paste can last only a few days in the fridge, and perhaps 12-24 hours if left out. It is best to store your henna paste in the freezer, and it can last up to 6 months. This way you don’t waste any henna paste and get your money’s worth.

There are pre-made tubes left at room temperature out on the shelf that could have been there for months. How is this possible? It isn’t possible without perservatives and additives. So do you really want to put these ingredients onto your skin and into your system? Being told that you will get 100% henna paste is false advertising.

There are many ressources that will clearly explain how pre-made tubes of henna paste (on the shelf) will not retain it’s dye for as long as you are being told.

It is important to use fresh henna paste where you know clearly that the ingredients are 100% safe and natural. That means no perservatives, no additives, and no PPD (black henna). Find a reputable supplier (ONLINE: for USA go to Henna Caravan, and for Canada go to Henna Sooq) and you will be guaranteed that you will find high quality henna paste with all the ingredients clearly labelled.

You also will be guaranteed a GREAT stain !! Dark stains from burgundy/mahogany to black cherry. Don’t risk buying a tube of henna paste where the stain results and ingredients are not clear.

Happy Henna’ing !!

Khadija
www.HennaBlogSpot.com

Steven asks…

Where can i find body art henna in Toronto, to dye my hair?

admin answers:

You can order online at Henna Hut, they ship to Canada and have top quality products. I have purchased products from Henna Sooq that is based out of Canada, they have quality henna also. I am not sure if they have a store front but, you can always call and ask.

Michael asks…

Where can you buy Henna?

admin answers:

You can buy henna at any middle-eastern/Indian grocery or online. I buy mine at Henna Sooq, which has loads of high-quality henna and other products.

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Your Questions About Umbilical Hernia In Adults

Posted on May 8, 2013 by admin

Charles asks…

Are inquinal hernias hereditary? Are there any nutritional preventatives to give puppies or pregnant dogs?

I have put a deposit on a Cavalier puppy that I would like to someday have a litter of pups with. She has an inquinal hernia. If this is hereditary I don’t want to continue with the purchase.

admin answers:

Umbilical hernias in puppies are a genetic or congenital defect in over 90% of the cases. The disorder is passed from generation to generation just like the color of the coat or the animal’s overall size. Very, very rarely are they caused by trauma or excessive pressures during whelping. Animals that have a hernia or had a surgical repair of a hernia should never be used for breeding. Additionally, those adults that produce puppies with this condition should not be bred again

My puppy has a hernia as well. Next week when he goes in to get neutered the vet is going to close the hernia as well.

Donald asks…

Can previous umbilical hernia surgery lead to or become a contributing factor to irritable bowel syndrome?

I previously have had hernia surgery twice and i also suffer with ibs (irritable bowel syndrome) both times I had surgery and some mesh was inserted now I am on my third reoccurrance of the hernia is there any know connection between the two.

admin answers:

What is irritable bowel syndrome?
Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the manifestations of functional abdominal pain. Functional means that there is no organic disease. Functional abdominal pain describes a constellation of symptoms as a result of intestinal motility disorders. Symptoms may include:

flatulence
bloating
diarrhea
constipation
urgency with defecation
incomplete sensation of defecation
passage of mucus in the stool
What causes irritable bowel syndrome?
The digestion and propulsion of nutrients and fluids through the gastrointestinal system (GI) is a very complicated and very well organized process. The GI tract has its own intrinsic muscles and nerves that connect, like an electrical circuit, to the spinal cord and brain. Neuromuscular events occurring in the GI tract is relayed to the brain through neural connections, and the response of the brain is also relayed back to the gastrointestinal tract. As a result of this activity, motility and sensation in the bowel is generated. An abnormality in this process results in a disordered propulsion of the intestinal contents and generates the sensation of pain.

The nerves that control the digestive tract may also be more sensitive to the activity associated to the process of digestion. Children with irritable bowel syndrome may be more aware of gas and motion and rumbles of the intestines. They are more aware of these discomforts and hence more irritated when they occur. The child who experiences the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome is thought to be as a result of the following and their interaction:

motility abnormalities

visceral hypersensitivity
The viscera are the organs inside the abdominal cavity. The GI tract is the largest in the abdomen and it has been seen that in patients with functional GI disorders there is heightened sensitivity to changes within the intestine, whether to the presence of food or as a result of distension of the viscera.

Psychosocial problems
It is well known that the emotional state of the person can directly influence the activity in the gastrointestinal tract. High levels of anxiety, stress, or anger can induce diarrhea.

A stressful event is not circumscribed to emotional issues but also to physical stresses such as a viral illness or any other particular disease state.

Bacterial infection
Some of the individuals with gastroenteritis caused by a bacterial infection sometimes develop irritable bowel syndrome.
All of the above factors can trigger the occurrence of symptoms. It is important to stress to the child with a functional bowel disorder that his/her abdominal pain is real and not imaginary.

Who is affected by irritable bowel syndrome?
Irritable bowel syndrome occurs in both children and adults.

Ten to 15 percent of school-aged children and adolescents have symptoms of functional abdominal pain to the point of interrupting their daily normal life.

Thirty-three percent of adults who have irritable bowel syndrome can trace their symptoms back to childhood.

Girls are affected by the disorder slightly more often than boys.

There is no known gene that causes irritable bowel syndrome, but the disorder does seem to occur more often in families where either a child or a parent has the disorder.
Why is irritable bowel syndrome a concern?
Children with irritable bowel syndrome often do not feel well. Those who have diarrhea may have little warning of their need to go to the bathroom, and, therefore, may be embarrassed and avoid going to school or socializing with their schoolmates. Children can become depressed or anxious because of the disorder.

Most children with irritable bowel syndrome continue to grow and develop normally. However, some children may eat less to avoid the pain that can accompany digestion, and therefore, lose weight.

Its greatest morbidity resides in the fact that it affects normal daily activity of the child, affecting school and peer relations.

What are the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome?
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), irritable bowel syndrome in children tends to produce two types of symptoms: diarrhea or pain, depending on the age of the child. Symptoms may include:

recurrent abdominal pain. The pain becomes chronic when it has been present for a period greater than three months.

An altered bowel pattern with diarrhea and constipation, all of which suggests intestinal motility dysfunction.

Headaches

pallor

nausea

dizziness

anorexia

limb pain
In children, symptoms of functional bowel disorders are variable and are age dependent. For example:

infantile colic (younger than 4 months of age)

gastroesophageal reflux (younger than 2 years of age and then reappears in adolescence and adulthood)

chronic non-specific diarrhea (younger than 4 years of age)

constipation (any age)

irritable bowel syndrome (adolescents and adults)
The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome are not unique for the condition. Altered bowel pattern and abdominal pain could be symptoms of organic disease – one reason why you should always consult your child’s physician for a diagnostic work-up.

How is irritable bowel syndrome diagnosed?
Your child’s physician will obtain a thorough medical history, perform a full physical examination, and obtain screening laboratories to assess for infection and inflammation. The laboratory tests, imaging studies, and procedures to be performed will be dictated by the history and physical examination. Tests and procedures that your child’s physician may order may include the following:

blood tests – to evaluate whether your child is anemic, has an infection, or has an illness caused by inflammation or irritation.

Urine analysis and culture – to help assess for urinary tract infections.

Stool sample – for culture to check for bacteria and parasites that may cause diarrhea.

Stool samples for occult blood – occult blood cannot be seen and is only detected by a special solution that turns blue when coming into contact with blood. It suggests an inflammatory source in the gastrointestinal tract.

Lactose breath hydrogen test – to determine if your child is intolerant to lactose, a sugar present in milk and milk products.

Abdominal x-ray – a simple study that will give the physician an idea of how the internal organs look.

Abdominal ultrasound – a diagnostic imaging technique which creates images from the rebound of high frequency sound waves in the internal organs.

Endoscopy – a test that uses a small, flexible tube with a light and a camera lens at the end (endoscope) to examine the inside of part of the digestive tract. Tissue samples from inside the digestive tract may also be taken for examination and testing.
Rarely, the physician will require ultrasound and/or an endoscopy.

George asks…

I have an umbilical hernia, will it go away?

I have an umbilical hernia that slightly pops out right above my belly button.. Sometimes its not noticeable and other times its painful and annoying. I don’t have heath insurance and want to know when its time to go to the doctor for this or if I can just live with it. It really doesnt bother me most of the time.. Thanks

admin answers:

It will not actually heal on its own if you have always had it, and any that appear during adulthood may need surgical repair. For adults, surgery is typically recommended to avoid possible complications — especially if the umbilical hernia gets bigger or becomes painful. So pay attention to what is going on with it and go to the doctor if you get concerned. Read what the Mayo clinic says about umbilical hernias.

Http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/umbilical-hernia/DS00655

James asks…

Can weigth lifting cause umbilical hernia at adults?

I am 20 and I have been working out this year and specifically weight lifting. Recently I noticed something small and red in my navel. I wander if it appeared because of weight lifting and it’s umbilical hernia. Perhaps it’s irrelevant , I don’t know…

admin answers:

You can definitely develop an umbilical hernia from weight lifting. A hernia would appear as a soft bump or bulge in the area of the navel. It may or may not be painful depending on it’s size. If you really feel you have developed a hernia it wouldn’t hurt to have it evaluated by a physician.

David asks…

What cat food brand is better for my cats?

I have three cats which are all short hair tabbies and I have one cat who is 8 year old and has a really sensitive stomach. We’re feeding them the Iams Adult, ive watched a commercial for true blue, pedigree, and science diet that its better than leading brands. is this really true? what brands are best?

admin answers:

The best guidance I can give you is to learn how to read ingredients labels, so you can choose the best of what is available in your area. Here is a website that can help you do that: http://www.catfoodguide.com/ It not only teaches you how to read cat food labels, but also gives reviews of some brands. The short version is this. The better foods have specific muscle meats (rather than by-products or meat meals) in the first couple of ingredients. Any grains or other starches are much further down the list – the lower, the better. Avoid by-products altogether. Many cats do not tolerate soy, corn or wheat, so you may wish to avoid those as well. It is unlikely that you will find the better cat foods at Walmart, or at your local grocery store. And yes, you may find yourself standing around in a pet store, reading labels for a long time – I do it myself, whenever I consider a new brand.

If you get concerned that these better brands are costlier, here is something to think about. The cheaper brands are cheaper because they have so much in the way of cheap filler – i.e. Grain. Because cats are obligate carnivores, they are not designed to digest grains very well, and do not derive much nutrition from them. In order to get the nutrients that they need from the cheaper foods, cats will eat more. Because the better foods are more nutritionally dense, cats are more satisfied eating less. I know that I can feed my cats portions of foods such as Innova, California Naturals, Merrick, Nature’s Variety, Wellness, Blue Buffalo, and several others, that are half the size of the portions I fed them of Iams or Hill’s products. This offsets the difference in price. Also, I have learned by hard experience that the less I spend on cat food, the more I spend at the veterinarian’s office. Of all the times that I have taken my cats to the veterinarian for over the last eleven years that had nothing to do with the quality of the food they eat – there was one birth defect (umbilical hernia), the usual maintenance (shots, spay, neuter, annual exams, dental cleanings), and one infection that were unrelated to what the cats were eating. Every other health issue my cats had, including several episodes of bloody stool, scratching ears bloody from reactions to food allergies, struvite crystals – hundreds of dollars in veterinary costs, were all from diet. So don’t forget to factor those costs into your pet food budget, eh? Oh, and one incalculable benefit of feeding the higher quality foods – because they eat less and digest more of it, their poo tends to be smaller and less… Um… Fragrant.

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Your Questions About Umbilical Hernia Repair

Posted on May 7, 2013 by admin

David asks…

Can old stitches cause pain when exercising anew?

Specifically: Umbilical hernia repaired 2 years ago…. exercising now and
feeling as if the stitches on the right are pulling. Only really feel this when leaning over onto the right side.

admin answers:

Yeah sometimes there will be scarring in the tissue below the actual visable scar, and this can feel like it is kind of grabbing, like the deeper tissue has fused together. See a doctor if you are worried of course.

Michael asks…

Umbilical hernia and Pregnancy?

I had umbilical hernia repaired few months after my pregnancy, im planning to get pregnant again; so my question is: What are the chances of umbilical hernia occuring again? Will it tear my repair and appear again?
doc put in the mesh to repair it.

admin answers:

It,s possible. Did the doc put in a mesh? I,ve never been pregnant, but had an umbilical hernia repaired with sutures as a result of colon surgery. In three months the hernia came back. I,m now on my third hernia surgery. I also have poorly “designed” muscles in my frontal area. This sounds odd, but it is genetic. I have lots of mesh for muscle support.

Robert asks…

allergic reaction to surgical tape after surgery?

I just had an umbilical hernia repair and I am in significant pain, like a cow kicked me in the gut. However, I developed this huge red sunburn like rash, that started out itching,and now just burns like fire. The doc will see me in the morning, but they think I am allergic to the glue on the incision wraping, have any of you ever experienced this? I have used cortisone cream,but It really burns!

admin answers:

Yeah, when i was in the hospital, i was allergic to the glue also! It burns like a mother but it will pass. It’s nothing to be worries about. If anything, the DR will just give you some prescription anti itch/burn cream.

Paul asks…

In reality,just how dangerous is ‘minor’ surgery?

I have to get an umbilical hernia repair.I am in my early 40s and in pretty good health,non-smoker.

admin answers:

Any surgery no matter what it is can be dangerous, but surgeries are done everyday and people get through it and live happy productive lives. My son had to have surgery when he was 9 months old. He had a staph infection, and needed to have the infection drained, and had to be put under for the surgery, it was very minor but I was very afraid of the fact that he was being put under, and that was my biggest fear, but about an hour later I saw his smiling little face and he was perfectly fine, so I am sure you will be perfectly fine. Good luck, and I will keep you in my prayers.

Thomas asks…

Does anyone know about dogs with umbilical hernias ?

I just adopted this 2 year old chihuahua mix and she has a umbilical hernia. I want to know if it is life threating? Is it going to cost thousands at the vet to repair? Does it have to be repaired? What is the out come if it cant be repaired? If you know the answers to any of theses questions or can tell me more about hernias in dogs, or if you have had a dog with this problem let me know. ThankYou

admin answers:

I had a GSD that had one, never bothered her and she successfully gave birth to two litters. When I had her spayed at 6 years old the vet fixed it then. She showed in conformation and other than the occasional judge commenting on it, it was never a problem. You can try to manipulate it back in by gently pushing on it, but if that doesn’t work then don’t worry. When you spay her, hav eit fixed then.

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