The small bowel gas we often refer to as inguinal hernia in adults, also known as inguinal hernia, is not self-healing. Although a hernia may only have mild lower abdominal cramping and soreness for a long time, as the disease progresses, the defect becomes larger and the hernia sac gets larger, causing inconvenience in walking and activities and reducing the quality of life. Next, let’s take a look at what consequences may exist if the hernia is not treated: 1. Affects the digestive system Symptoms such as lower abdominal cramping, abdominal flatulence, abdominal pain, constipation, poor nutrient absorption, easy fatigue and decreased physical fitness. Since the inguinal region is adjacent to the genitourinary system, elderly patients are prone to bladder or prostate diseases such as frequent and urgent urination. 3.Leading to fertility disorders Young and middle-aged hernia patients are prone to sexual dysfunction. Pediatric hernia patients can affect the normal development of testicles. 4.Life-threatening As the intestinal tube and other intra-abdominal tissues inside the hernia sac are easily squeezed or collided to cause inflammatory swelling, the hernia will be difficult to retract and lead to hernia impaction, which will lead to intestinal obstruction, intestinal perforation, septic peritonitis, water-electrolyte disorder, shock and even life-threatening if not treated timely. In addition, as the hernia becomes larger, the treatment becomes more difficult and the risk of surgical complications increases. Therefore, a hernia, although small, should not be ignored.