I've had an inguinal hernia for years. Can't be arsed getting it done.
Not sure what type that is Steve but my inny belly button has turned into an outie, not as pretty as the rest of me!!! & does give me gip at times so it's time to bite the bullet!
I admit i'm dreading it, i hate anything medical, proper girly tart!!!!!

Types of hernia
A hernia can occur anywhere in the abdomen region. The most common types are:
•Inguinal hernia This occurs when tissue (usually part of the intestines) pokes through your lower abdomen.
•Femoral hernia This occurs when tissue pokes through into your groin, or the top of your inner thigh.
•Incisional hernia This occurs when tissue pokes through a surgical wound or incision that has not fully healed.
•Umbilical hernia This occurs when tissue pokes through the part of the abdomen near to the navel (belly button).
There is also another common type of hernia, known as a hiatus hernia, that occurs at the top of the abdomen (go to 'useful links' for more information).