When is a femoral hernia usually diagnosed?

Femoral hernias are often difficult to diagnose, especially in their early stages. They may not cause any symptoms, or the symptoms may be mild and mistaken for other conditions. For this reason, femoral hernias are often diagnosed incidentally, during a physical examination for another reason. In some cases, a femoral hernia may become incarcerated, which means that the hernia becomes trapped in the surrounding tissue and cannot be pushed back into the abdomen. This can cause severe pain and requires emergency medical treatment. Therefore, it is important to see a doctor if you experience any symptoms that may be indicative of a femoral hernia.