A hiatal hernia is an enlarged opening in your diaphragm, the dome-shaped muscle that contracts when you breathe. Organs in your belly push through this opening and into your chest. There are two main ...
To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Putting off hernia surgery can increase your risk for ...
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What Really Happens in Hernia Surgery? A Clear, Patient-Friendly Guide to All the Types Explained
You bend to lift a bag, sneeze a little too hard, or notice a strange bulge that was not there before. That small lump in your abdomen could be a hernia. While the word itself can sound alarming, ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 70-year-old male with a large inguinal hernia on the right side. I have consulted two different surgeons, and both surgeons recommend taking care of the condition at the ...
Dr. Steve Chen, a board-certified general surgeon with Baptist Medical Network, discusses the importance of scheduling hernia surgeries before the end of the year if you've met your deductible or ...
That noticeable bulge around your belly button might seem harmless at first, but umbilical hernias can develop into serious medical situations requiring surgical intervention. Understanding when this ...
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