Hernia in the abdomen or groin can produce a noticeable lump or bulge that can be pushed back in or disappears when lying down. Laughing, crying, coughing, straining during bowel movement, or any physical activity might make the lump reappear after it gets pushed in.
The other symptoms of hernia include:
Dull aching sensation in the region of the hernia
Pain while lifting things
Increased pain at the bulging site
Increase in the bulge size with time
Bulging or swelling in the scrotum or groin
A sense of feeling full
Bowel obstruction signs
In cases of hiatal hernia, there are no bulges outside the body, and the symptoms can include indigestion, heartburn, difficulty swallowing,acid reflux and chest pain.