Can a Hernia Affect Nerves

When the nerves within the groin get stretched from either an acute hernia, or a chronic hernia, the entire length of the nerve becomes irritated. This irritation in the nerve can cause pain to radiate, or be relayed to areas below or above the actual hernia.

Can a hernia cause sciatic nerve pain?

Sciatic hernia is a rare condition that can lead to bowel obstruction, sciatica, pelvic pain, back pain or ureteric obstruction [1, 2].

Can a hernia cause radiating pain?

The pain may not just be in the area of the hernia; it can radiate to your hip, back, leg — even to the genitals. As your hernia gets worse, many aspects of your life will get worse right along with it. Even if it isn’t painful (yet), the sensation and pressure may cause you to avoid certain activities.