The problem of a hernia arises when an organ or muscle or tissue bulges out and comes out from the abdomen with the help of a hole. For example, very often the intestines come out through a hole in the weak abdominal wall. Abdominal hernias are most common, but can also occur in the upper thigh, middle abdomen, and groin areas (the area between the abdomen and thigh). Its symptoms are usually not visible, but sometimes intense pain is quite common in the hernia.
A hernia is usually not life-threatening, but it does not get better on its own. Sometimes surgery may be needed to prevent or eliminate dangerous complications from a hernia.

 

Causes of hernia

The hernia is caused by a combination of muscle weakness and tension. Depending on its cause, the hernia can develop rapidly or for a long time.
Common causes of muscle weakness include:

 

1. Failure of the abdominal wall to close properly in the womb is a congenital defect

 

2. Age

 

3. Chronic cough

 

4. Damage from injury or surgery

 

5. Constipation

 

6. Lifting heavy weights

 

7. Free fluid in the abdomen

 

8. Sudden weight gain

 

9. Due to surgery

 

10. Due to persistent coughing or sneezing

 

11. Cystic fibrosis

 

12. Enlarged prostate

 

13. Straining to urinate

 

14. Lifting heavy objects

 

15. Peritoneal dialysis

 

16. Poor nutrition

 

17. Smoking

 

18. Physical exhaustion

 

19. Undescended testicles

 

Types -

• Inguinal herniae

• Umbilical Hernia (Umbilical)

• Pubic hernia (femoral hernia)

• Incisional hernia

Hernia treatment

Hernia treatment depends on the size and symptoms of your hernia. Your doctor will examine the hernia based on the complexity of your symptoms. Following are the options for the treatment of hernia –
 

Lifestyle changes:

You can treat hernia symptoms by making dietary changes, but it won't last forever. Avoid eating very heavy food, do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating, and maintain your body weight.

Medicines:

If you have a hernia medications reduce stomach acid can relieve your discomfort and improve symptoms.
 

Surgery:

Hernias are adjusted with open or laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopic surgery uses only a small camera and a few small surgical instruments. Your doctor may sew up a hole in the abdominal wall to correct the hernia.
 

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