Read on about the types of hernia and the treatment options. Understand the basics about how it happens, how to set it right , the do's and dont's

1. Hernia
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2. Hernia
• A hernia occurs when part of an internal organ or body part
protrudes through an opening into another area where it
ordinarily should not be located.
• There are many different types of hernias depending on the
location it found.
• Some hernias are present at birth, while others develop during
adulthood.

3. Different Types of Hernia
• Femoral hernia: As the name suggests this type of hernia
causes a bulge in the upper thigh just below the groin. The
passage between the abdomen and the thigh containing the
large blood vessels namely the femoral artery and vein gets
herniated. It is more common in women than men.
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5. • Inguinal hernia: The natural passageway through the
abdominal wall is called the inguinal canal. A protrusion of
abdominal cavity content such as portion of intestine or
internal fat through this canal due to a weakness is called
Inguinal Hernia and is common among men.

6. • Incisional hernia: Technically this type of hernia is due to
incision in the abdominal area owing to a previous surgery.
The skin may heal but the weakness in the abdominal wall in
and around the area of surgery may cause the muscle to be
pulled apart resulting in hernia.
• Epigastric hernia: A weakness or opening of the muscles or
bones between the breastbone and the navel may result in
protrusions or fat bulges through it. Such herniations are called
epigastric hernias.

7. • Hiatal or Hiatus hernia: The upper part of the stomach
pushing up through the diaphragm is known as Hiatal Hernia.
This is primarily due to a tear or weakness in the diaphragm.
• Ventral hernia: Abdominal hernias which may develop at
birth or due to partial closure of abdominal wall are called
ventral hernias. They may develop due to an incision done
during abdominal surgery, which may not have healed
properly.

8. • Umbilical hernia: Generally
occurring as a birth defect this type of
hernia is a protrusion of the intestine or
fat bulges through the abdominal wall
under the navel or belly button. In
adults it may develop in obese or
pregnant women.

9. Symptoms of Hernia
• Sudden, severe pain
• Vomiting, Nausea, Fever
• Difficulty passing stools (constipation) or wind
• The hernia becomes firm or tender, or cannot be pushed back
in
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10. Factors will need to be taken into
consideration for Surgery
• The type of hernia
• The content of the hernia
• Symptoms and the impact on the daily life
• Poor general health

11. Treatment Option for Hernia
The technique used to repair the hernia depends on its type, size
and location.
• Open surgical: repair closes the hernia using sutures, mesh, or
both, and the surgical wound in the skin is closed with sutures,
staples, or surgical glue.
• Laparoscopic: repair is used for repeat operations to avoid
previous scars, and while usually more expensive, is less likely
to cause complications such as infection.

12. Preventions for Hernia
• Quit smoking
• Maintaining a healthy body weight
• Avoiding straining during bowel movements or urination
• Lifting objects with the knees and not through the back
• Avoiding lifting weights that are too heavy for you

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