Hernias are one of the most common types of surgical problems faced by adults. There are many different types of hernias, each with their own characteristics. So, what exactly is a hernia? What are the different types?
Read details”Can’t I just take some tablets for this? Do I need surgery?”
“I don’t want to undergo surgery. I’m scared that the surgery will be more dangerous than the disease.”
“If this happened because my diet is unhealthy, can’t I just fix my diet and take care of this?”
During pregnancy, as the belly swells, the muscles thin and weaken while simultaneously, abdominal pressure increases. This is why pregnancy is also a risk factor for hernias. Further, all of the previously mentioned risk factors may also compound this, for example, pregnant women who have had previous surgery may be at risk of
Read detailsThe incidence of ventral hernias is around 10 % overall. The incidence varies in various populations. Another important factor that leads to ventral hernia is postoperative wound infection. Surgical site infection leads to weakening of the tissues and poor healing.
Read detailsIt is important for every woman to know the clinical examination of her own breast. In medical terms, it is referred to as Breast self-examination. If you find any abnormal changes as described, you need to consult a surgeon and necessary investigations to be done.
Read detailsThe whole of India is standing still since March 25 this year due to the Corona pandemic and all modes of public transport have come to a stop. This is a totally unprecedented situation that I have never seen in my five-plus decades of life.
Read detailsGroin hernias or inguinal hernias are often little troublemakers. They don’t bother you for a long time but just persist as a little bulge in your pants. But when they become problematic, they can cause quite a bit of pain
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