cholecystokinin (Noun) Any of several peptide hormones that stimulate the digestion of fat and protein; abbreviated to CCK. Freebase (0.00 / 0 votes) Rate this definition:
Inguinal hernia. An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of abdominal-cavity contents through the inguinal canal. Symptoms are present in about 66% of affected people. This may include pain or discomfort especially with coughing, exercise, or bowel movements. Often it gets worse throughout the day and improves when lying down.
For inguinal, femoral, umbilical, and incisional hernias, symptoms may include: 1  An obvious swelling beneath the skin of the abdomen or the groin; it may disappear when you lie down and may be tender. 2  A heavy feeling in the abdomen that is sometimes accompanied by constipation or blood in the stool.