Hernia Symptoms

A Noticeable Bulge or Lump The most common sign of a hernia is a visible bulge or lump under the skin, especially in the abdomen or groin area. This lump may be more pronounced when you're standing up, coughing, or straining, and it may disappear or shrink when you lie down. The bulge occurs as an organ, such as part of the intestines, pushes through the weakened area.