How do you know if your hernia is obstructed?

Signs and symptoms of a strangulated hernia include:

  1. Nausea, vomiting or both.
  2. Fever.
  3. Sudden pain that quickly intensifies.
  4. A hernia bulge that turns red, purple or dark.
  5. Inability to move your bowels or pass gas.

What is an obstructed incisional hernia?

An incisional hernia is a protrusion of tissue that forms at the site of a healing surgical scar. This type of hernia accounts for 15-20 percent of all abdominal hernias. At Mount Sinai, our expert surgeons are highly trained all facets of incisional hernia repair.

What does incisional hernia feel like?

Symptoms of incisional hernia Redness and a burning sensation of the bulge. Pain that increases when straining or lifting heavy objects. Constipation, which can occur as a result of scar tissue blocking the intestines. Nausea and/or vomiting, in case of infection.

Can a hernia obstruct your bowels?

When a hernia is not treated, it can develop into a small bowel obstruction. Common types of hernias that cause bowel obstructions can include inguinal, femoral, and incisional. Hiatal hernias can cause an obstruction, but it is usually located in the upper digestive system.

When should an incisional hernia be repaired?

If an incisional hernia occurs within the first few weeks after an abdominal operation, the hernia isn’t repaired immediately. This gives the abdominal wall time to recover. Incisional hernias are generally only repaired several months after the surgery that led to them was carried out.

When should an incisional hernia be treated?

Treatment. An incisional hernia may need surgical repair to prevent it from getting larger, and to prevent incarceration or strangulation. An incisional hernia may require surgery if: It continues to enlarge over time.

What does a blockage feel like?

Symptoms of an intestinal blockage include severe belly pain or cramping, vomiting, not being able to pass stool or gas, and other signs of belly distress.

What type of hernia causes bowel obstruction?

Common types of hernias that cause bowel obstructions can include inguinal, femoral, and incisional. Hiatal hernias can cause an obstruction, but it is usually located in the upper digestive system. Hernias are the second most common cause of small bowel obstruction in the U.S.