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