Free Hernia Screening

2200 S. Houghton Rd,Tucson AZ 85743

15 February, 2023

Description

The primary symptom of a hernia is often pain that can be mild or severe. Other symptoms may include: A bulge on either side of your pubic bone, which may become more visible when standing, coughing or strainingA burning or aching sensation at the hernia site A feeling of heaviness or weakness in your groinSevere pain in your abdomenOutward bulging of skin or tissues in your abdominal areaNauseaSudden pain that quickly gets worseHernia bulge turns red, purple or darkNausea, vomiting or bothFeverYou have an inability to move your bowels or pass gasIf you think you might have a groin or abdominal hernia, find out at a free hernia screening on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. General surgeons will present a brief overview about hernias and their treatment and then provide a free quick exam to determine your next steps. You can also "test drive" the surgical robot often used to perform hernia surgeries. PLEASE NOTE: SPACE IS LIMITED. YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE. WALK-INS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. PATIENTS MUST BE AGE 18 OR OLDER.