Hernia

A hernia occurs when an internal organ bulges through a weak area of muscle or tissue. Surgery is needed if it causes pain, swelling, or bowel obstruction. It can result from injuries, aging, or abdominal muscle defects.

• Femoral Hernia: Bulge in the inner thigh, common in women.
• Incisional Hernia: Weak spot after abdominal surgery, may recur.
• Epigastric Hernia: Rare, painless hernia below the rib cage.
• Inguinal Hernia: Common in men, seen in the groin area.
• Obturator Hernia: Rare, affects mostly women, can cause vomiting.
• Spigelian Hernia: Rare, affects middle-aged men.
• Umbilical Hernia: Protrusion through the belly button, common in children.

• Strangulated Hernia: Abdominal discomfort, chest or shoulder pain, lower back pain, frequent bowel movements.
• Irreducible Hernia: Bowel obstruction, vomiting, nausea.
• Reducible Hernia: Visible lump, may be painful but not tender.

• Present at birth or develop later in life due to increased abdominal pressure.
• Congenital hernias more common in men, acquired hernias more common in women.

• Laparoscopic Hernia Repair: Minimally invasive, reduces postoperative pain and recovery time.
• Traditional (Open) Hernia Repair: Surgery to stitch the rupture internally, may require lifting organs.

• Minimally invasive with small incisions, reduces blood loss and postoperative pain.
• Allows quicker return to normal activities.