Constantly Straining During Bowel Movements
Inguinal hernias can form when bowel movements are constantly strained. After food has finished digesting in the stomach, it is moved into the small intestinal tract where it absorbs all the nutrients. The food then passes into the large intestinal tract, where it is responsible for absorbing the fluids from the digested foods. The individual will experience diarrhea if the large intestine does not absorb enough fluid. Constipation occurs when the large intestine absorbs excessive fluid.
Constipation is a condition where an individual finds it difficult to pass stools. The puborectalis and levator ani muscles are responsible for helping a person have a bowel motion. The puborectalis muscle and the levator ani muscle are put under extreme strain when a constipated person is straining to have bowel movements. This puts tension on other muscles around the abdomen and pelvis. The abdominal muscles may become weak in some areas if they are overstretched. This can allow organs to protrude through the inguinal tube.
