Hernia symptoms in the elderly?

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Hernia in the elderly, also known as "hernia in the elderly", is a common disease in the elderly group. It is caused by changes in the physical function of the elderly or chronic diseases. In today's society, more and more elderly people suffer from hernia, but it has not attracted enough attention and brought serious harm to patients. Compared with pediatric hernia, the treatment of elderly hernia is more difficult, and it is easy to relapse. Therefore, as children, they need to take good care of their own elderly and go to the hospital as soon as possible when necessary. Hernia symptoms in the elderly? Let's talk about it

Hernia symptoms in the elderly?

The main symptom of hernia is in the inguinal area. Due to the increase of abdominal pressure, abdominal organs such as intestines or omentum protrude in the thin part of the abdominal wall, protruding into a mass, which may be absorbed when lying on the back. The symptoms are easy to recur.

To a certain extent, elderly hernia can affect the digestive system of elderly patients, and then appear lower abdominal distension, abdominal flatulence, constipation, abdominal pain, fatigue and other symptoms; Hernia in the elderly can also affect the function of urinary system,

The symptoms of frequent micturition, urgency and increase of urine can even lead to sexual dysfunction; If the elderly hernia is not treated actively, it can also lead to incarceration of hernia, intestinal obstruction and intestinal necrosis. If not treated in time, often up and down back and forth, resulting in repeated friction hernia sac neck, become thick and tough.

matters needing attention

It is necessary to operate in time after it is found. Of course, in addition to active treatment, daily care in life is also indispensable. For example, bad habits of smoking and drinking must be changed. Similar bad habits can lead to severe cough, which is not good for hernia treatment. The care and care of the children of the elderly will also help the treatment. These details need special attention.