A careful history is necessary in all patients being considered for inguinal hernia repair. Symptoms which deserve investigation and appropriate treatment prior to proceeding with inguinal hernia repair include:
A.	Chronic cough
B.	Urinary hesitancy and straining
C.	Change in bowel habit
D.	A specific episode of muscular straining with associated discomfort
Answer:A
A careful history is necessary in all patients being considered for inguinal hernia repair. Symptoms which deserve investigation and appropriate treatment prior to proceeding with inguinal hernia repair include:
A.	Chronic cough B.	Urinary hesitancy and straining C.	Change in bowel habit D.	A specific episode of muscular straining with associated discomfort