Is Burning Sensation In Right Pelvic Area A Symptom Of Inguinal Hernia?

Posted on Thu, 18 Feb 2016

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Question : I have developed suddenly, a painful burning sensation in my right pelvic area, just to the right of the top of my pubic hair. It is relieved when I sit or lie down. My wife has had a stroke and I help her lift for transfers from her wheelchair to toilet, bed etc. Her left side is paralyzed. I am wondering if I now have a hernia? If not, what is this? Really painful!!

Answered by Dr. Grzegorz Stanko (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Inguinal hernia seems most probable.

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Thank you for the query.

As you describe it as a pain to the right of the top of pubic hair, inguinal hernia is most probable.
If the pain were lower (in the area when the thigh meets the scrotum), I would say that its stretched muscle.

Burning is a common sign of hernia. And it usually appears after lifting heavy objects. There can be no lump visible.

I suggest you to have an ultrasound of the groin done. This will help in diagnosing the hernia.

Hope this helps. Feel free to ask further questions.
Regards.

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