Hello,
Thanks for your query at DoctorSpring.
Does the swelling decrease with lying down posture and increase with coughing/ standing?
Is there any localized painful swelling/ tender on touching?
With the available described details, there could be possibility of inguinal
hernia. Inguinal hernia occurs due to weakening in fascia of abdominal wall.
Inguinal hernia could be direct or indirect depending on the location of
protrusion.
Direct inguinal hernia are common in old age while indirect inguinal hernia may occur at any age.
You should consult with general surgeon and should go for thorough check up.
Clinical examination may confirm whether direct or indirect inguinal hernia.
As such there appears to be least possibility of any surgery yet now, if
painless.
Take care,
Let me know your other query.
Dr. Mayank Bhargava
Patient replied :
Hello Dr. The swelling decreases while lying down and increases when I'm standing up but haven't notice when I'm coughing. There is no pain what so ever. I had my suspicion that it might be hernia, but have not got it check.
Hello,
There is high chances of hernia as the pic suggests.
You should consult with general surgeon and should for thorough check up.
All the best.
Dr. Mayank Bhargava