Tag: Can colds or flu cause a hernia?

21
May

Can Colds or Flu Cause a Hernia?

Can colds or flu cause a hernia?  The answer is yes!  One of the most common causes for developing an abdominal hernia is coughing. More so than straining or lifting, having a strong, chronic cough can result in a painful hernia. We definitely see an increase in these in our clinic in the spring months as a result of coughing

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