Hernia is a protrusion of abdominal content, including preperitoneal fat, omentum or abdominal organs through abdominal wall. Know more about Hernia types ,signs and symptoms here,

1. Get to Know the Advanced Method
of Hernia Surgery- In Arlington

2. Introduction
Hernia is a protrusion of abdominal content, including
preperitoneal fat, omentum or abdominal organs through
abdominal wall.
The areas in which hernia most usually develops are:
• Abdomen
• Upper thigh
• Navel (belly button) and
• Groin areas.

3. Types of Hernia
• Femoral hernia - Femoral hernia is a bulge or bump in the
upper thigh which is just below the groin. This kind of hernia
is more common in women as compared to men.
• Hiatal hernia - Hiatal hernia happens in the upper part of the
stomach. In this, the part of the upper stomach pushes into
the chest.
• Umbilical hernia - Umbilical hernia happens when fatty tissue
or a part of the bowel pushes through the abdomen close to
the navel. This type of hernia is most common in newborns.
• Incisional hernia - Incisional hernia occurs through a scar or
mark if patient had abdominal surgery in the past.
• Inguinal hernia - Inguinal hernia happens when part of the
abdominal content protrudes into the groin area. It occurs on
one or both side of the groin. This kind of hernia is more
common in men.

4. Signs and Symptoms of Hernia
• A visible lump or a swollen area in the abdomen
• Pain, heaviness or discomfort while coughing, lifting or
straining
• A pulling sensation around the bulge
• Digestive upsets like constipation
• Abdominal pain and bloating
• Nausea or vomiting
• Fever
• Redness or tenderness at the infected area

5. Causes of Hernia
• Being obese
• Being pregnant
• Chronic cough or constipation
• Smoking
• Heavy lifting
• Fluid in the abdomen (ascites)
• Poor nutrition
• Peritoneal dialysis
• Overexertion
• Cystic fibrosis
• Undescended testicles

6. How to Diagnose Hernia?
Hernia can be diagnosed using several tests which include:
• Physical examination
• Endoscopy
• Ultrasound
• Abdominal X-rays
• CT scan (Computed Tomography)
• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

7. Treatment For Hernia
• If patient experiences bulge or bump in different parts of the
body and feels abdominal pain or discomfort, they should
consult medical practitioner of hernia surgery in Arlington and
discuss their problem with them.
• As per the position of hernia and condition of the patient,
doctor recommends the surgery.
• Medical practitioners provide the following methods to treat
hernia.

8. Methods to Treat Hernia
• Laparoscopic hernia surgery - Laparoscopic hernia surgery is
an essential part of comprehensive hernia repair.
• Doctor uses a laparoscope, a thin and flexible tube which is
inserted through a small cut to operate hernia.
• Patients who have inguinal, incisional or ventral, hiatal and
other kinds of hernia can get the benefits of laparoscopic
hernia surgery in Arlington at low cost.
• Open hernia surgery - Open surgery is the traditional way to
remove hernia.
• Doctor makes a long incision on the infected part to operate
hernia.

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